Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Institute of Nuclear Physics Polish Academy of Sciences
- Department: Division of Theoretical Physics (NO4)
- Research Field: Physics
- Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4)
- Positions: Other Positions
- Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
- Country: Poland
- Type of Contract: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-time
- Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 2026
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Offer Description
Conducting scientific research in the field of the theoretical foundations of physics, with particular emphasis on causal modelling of correlations in quantum and classical physics and related areas. Publishing research results in renowned scientific journals; actively participating in the scientific, organisational and expert activities of IFJ PAN; applying for research funding from national and international sources; and carrying out funded research projects.
Where to apply
E-mail: jobs@ifj.edu.pl
Requirements
Research Field: Physics
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- the academic title of professor in the field of physical sciences;
- experience and current research activity, confirmed by publications, in the field of the foundations of quantum physics and causal modelling of correlations;
- documented effectiveness in obtaining external funding for scientific research;
- experience in organising and conducting research carried out in international cooperation;
- multiple foreign research stays confirming experience in working in a diverse research environment.
Welcome:
- comprehensive knowledge of the formalism and interpretative problems of quantum mechanics, as well as the mathematical methods of physics;
- experience in science popularisation activities;
- experience in organising and conducting research carried out in international cooperation;
- knowledge of the principles of science organisation and the mechanisms of research funding.
Specific Requirements
The list of required documents and detailed rules of the competition are specified in the Terms and conditions of conducting competitions and recruitment for the positions of Professors and Institute Professors financed from subsidies for primary statutory activity adopted by the IFJ PAN Scientific Council on April 12, 2021 and accessible at: terms_and_conditions_professors.pdf
Applications may also include additional information useful for evaluating the candidate's qualifications and scientific achievements.
Applications with attachments shall be sent by e-mail by August 31st, 2026 with the note "1/2026/P" to the following address: jobs@ifj.edu.pl
The reference letters from the referees shall be sent directly, bypassing the candidate, to the following e-mail address: jobs@ifj.edu.pl
Date of settlement of the competition: 19.09.2026
Internal Application form(s) needed
candidate-evaluation-form-prof.pdf (English, 326.8 KB - PDF)
Additional Information
Benefits
- full-time position, no teaching obligations - only research
- annual leave 36 days
- well equipped facilities
- the tools required for research: computer farms and cloud computing infrastructure, software, servers, etc.
- work in active an inspiring environment; an active seminar program
- the possibility for close collaborations with other research institutes
- access to world-class experts
- parking
Selection process
The candidates’ applications are examined and reviewed by the Selection Committee. Based on the submitted applications, the Selection Committee prepares a list of the candidates admitted to the competition and pass it to the Institute Director. The Selection Committee determines the ranking. If need be, the Selection Committee may ask the candidates to give presentations or invite them to interviews. At the session of the Scientific Council the Selection Committee presents a report on its activity with the justification for the choice of the candidate as the winner of the competition.
Additional comments
As the only place of employment on the basis of appointment
In case of employment at the IFJ PAN, the researcher will be required to authorize the Institute of Nuclear Physics PAN to be included in the number of employees conducting scientific activity in the discipline of physical sciences.
Monthly basic gross salary 13 000,00 PLN
The total amount of remuneration is influenced by additional components, such as:
- length of service
- allowance for working under conditions of exposure to ionizing radiation (if applicable)
Possibility of granting:
- Long-service Award
- Annual Bonus
- support under the Company Social Benefits Fund in accordance with the ZFŚS Regulations.
Excerpt from the IFJ PAN Employee Remuneration Regulations and excerpt from the Company Social Benefits Fund Regulations link
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Institute of Nuclear Physics Polish Academy of Sciences
Country: Poland
City: Krakow
Postal Code: 31-342
Street: Radzikowskiego 152
Contact
City: Cracow
Website: http://www.ifj.edu.pl/?lang=en
Street: Radzikowskiego 152
Postal Code: 31342
E-Mail: jobs@ifj.edu.pl
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