Offer Description
Cracow University of Technology ANNOUNCES A COMPETITION FOR THE POSITION OF ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (F/M) IN THE GROUP OF RESEARCH AND TEACHING STAFF at the Department of Physics (I-2) at the Faculty of Materials Engineering and Physics
Proportion of work time: full-time
Number of positions available (F/M): 1
Type of employment contract: 12 months
Represented scientific discipline: materials engineering
Organizational unit: Department of Physics (I-2); Faculty of Materials Engineering and Physics
Researcher profile: R2
1. Essential requirements:
- holding a doctoral degree in a field related to the disciplines: materials engineering, physical sciences or related
- in the case of foreign candidates, documented proficiency in Polish at an advanced level, both spoken and written (at least at B2 level)
- English language skills at least at B2 level (both orally and in writing)
- documented significant scientific achievements, including publications in highly ranked scientific journals (according to the MEiN list)
- experience in implementing or co-implementing national or international research projects/grants
- possession of pedagogical qualifications or completion thereof within the first year of employment
- experience in working with students
- participation in national and international scientific conferences
2. Additional requirements:
- proficiency in programming in C/C++
- experience in computational modeling of physical and material systems
- knowledge of numerical methods used in materials modeling (e.g., finite difference methods, finite element methods)
- ability to perform computer simulations of liquids and liquid crystals using Monte Carlo and molecular dynamics methods, along with analysis of the obtained results
- familiarity with scientific computing tools and environments, such as Wolfram Mathematica
- readiness to conduct teaching classes in the field of computational methods in physics and materials engineering
- good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- good self-presentation skills
3. Scope of tasks performed/job description (responsibilities and entitlements):
- conducting classes and consultations with students in accordance with the CUT Work Regulations
- active participation in the scientific work of the unit
- organizational work of the unit
- other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor
The detailed scope of duties of an academic teacher employed in the research and teaching staff group is specified in Annex No. 5 to the PK Work Regulations.
4. Description of working conditions we offer, among other things
- remuneration for work:
- fixed components of remuneration in the amount of: base salary ranging from 7045,00 PLN to 7 500,00 PLN; seniority allowance depending on length of service, i.e., from 3% to 20% of base salary
- variable remuneration components specified in the CUT Employee Remuneration Regulations
- a friendly workplace at a university with an established reputation
- cooperation with the scientific community represented by recognized scientists
- academic support and the opportunity for skill enhancement and professional development
- access to research infrastructure
- additional days off (5-9 days per year) depending on the calendar
- additional annual remuneration (so-called 13th salary)
- additional and optional group insurance and preferential medical care
- subsidized recreation of employees and their children, the so-called "grusza" benefit
- subsidies for sports and recreational activities (card, pass) and cultural and educational activities
- subsidies for childcare (nursery, kindergarten, or children's club)
- organizing day camps for employees’ children
- granting low-interest loans for housing purposes
- access to the Employee Mutual Aid Fund
5. Career development prospects:
- obtaining research grants (NCN, NCBR, EU, and others): developing a research team and obtaining funds for research trips and conferences
- opportunity for research internships and developing international cooperation
6. Required documentation:
- a job application addressed to the Rector of the Cracow University of Technology (CUT)
- detailed CV (including previous employment history)
- photocopies of documents certifying education
- photocopies of other documents confirming qualifications or skills acquired
- certificate of completion of a teaching course, or a declaration to complete such course within the first year following employment
Employment will take place after a competitive selection process in accordance with Chapter VI. Phases of the Recruitment Procedure, OTM-R Policy, consisting of:
- analysis of the submitted documentation,
- conducting interviews (face-to-face or via instant messaging software).
The required documents must be submitted to the Office of the Dean of the Faculty of Materials Engineering and Physics, al. Jana Pawła II 37, 31-864 Cracow, building D (room D09) between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
The file with the documents should contain the note: regarding the competition for the position of research and teaching assistant professor (F/M) at the Department of Physics (I-2), reference number I-01.1102.15.2026 or sent as scans to the following e-mail address: imf@pk.edu.pl
Documents must be submitted by 9th September 2026.
The application must include the candidate's e-mail address for contact regarding the recruitment process.
Announcement of the recruitment process outcome: by 23rd September 2026.
The competition proceedings are conducted in accordance with the rules outlined in the OTM-R Policy: OTM-R Policy.
Please be advised that the following apply at Cracow University of Technology:
- Procedure for receiving reports and taking follow-up action at Cracow University of Technology, adopted on the basis of the Act of June 14, 2024, on the protection of whistleblowers
- CUT employee remuneration regulations
Cracow University of Technology reserves the right to contact candidates (F/M) whose applications met the necessary requirements and were assessed the highest by the Selection Committee.
Information on the results of the competition will be published on the CUT’s Public Information Bulletin website and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education website.
The submitted documents can be collected at the Office of the Dean of the Faculty of Materials Engineering and Physics, from 21st September 2026 to 25th September 2026. Documents not collected within this period will be destroyed.
Cracow University of Technology reserves the right to cancel the competition without stating reasons.
The result of the competition is not tantamount to the employment of the candidate (F/M) but is only a recommendation to the Rector. The final employment decision rests with the Rector.
Information concerning the processing of personal data
The administrator of your personal data is Cracow University of Technology with its registered office in Krakow, at 24 Warszawska Street, 31-155 Kraków, represented by the Rector of the Cracow University of Technology.
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