Research Assistant in a group of Research and Teaching Position in Kraków

Department of Biomaterials and Composites

Organisation/Company AGH University of Krakow Department Department of Biomaterials and Composites Research Field Engineering » Chemical engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 10 Dec 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description Research in the field of design, synthesis, and characterization of (nano)composite, carbon, and polymer materials intended for engineering and medical applications. The work involves the application of advanced methods for the structural and physicochemical analysis of materials.

The candidate is expected to demonstrate scientific activity confirmed by publications in journals listed in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR), participation in research projects, knowledge of advanced research techniques, and readiness to conduct academic teaching activities. Experience working in a polymer processing laboratory, as well as in composite and carbon material technologies in compliance with ISO standards, will be considered a distinct advantage

The position is a full-time research and teaching appointment. The recruitment process is conducted in accordance with the OTM-R principles and the equal treatment policy in force at AGH University of Krakow.

The candidate is required to submit a complete set of documents confirming the qualifications, scientific, teaching, and organizational experience specified in the recruitment announcement.

Requirements Research Field Engineering » Chemical engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Mandatory requirements:

Holding, a Master of Science (M.Sc. Eng.) degree in the discipline of chemical engineering;

a documented scientific record in the synthesis of composite, nanocomposite, carbon, and polymer materials, as well as practical knowledge of utilizing carbon nanoforms, including a minimum of 7 publications in journals indexed in the Journal Citation Reports (min. 7),

documented research experience in the synthesis, characterization, and practical application of carbon nanoforms for the fabrication of (nano)composite materials using advanced processing methods (including, at minimum, autoclave molding, 3D printing, vacuum infusion, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD)),

documented proficiency in advanced characterization methods for polymer, (nano)composite, and carbon materials, as well as carbon nanomaterials, including hands-on experience in operating equipment, as well as processing and interpreting data from techniques such as: surface property analysis (e.g., goniometry, tensiometry, BET, porosimetry (MIP), DLS, zeta potential), thermal analysis (TG/DTA/DSC), structural and microstructural analysis (XRD, optical and electron microscopy, including HRTEM), electrochemical techniques (including cyclic voltammetry), advanced spectroscopic techniques (FTIR-ATR, DRIFT, Raman, XPS), and mechanical testing of composites and fibrous nanomaterials;

documented knowledge and practical skills in conducting baseline cell culture studies on solid substrates (supported by scientific publications, research experience, and a completed research fellowship/internship);

documented participation in national and/or international research projects, including experience serving as a Principal Investigator (PI),

proficiency in English at a minimum level of B2; for foreign candidates—documented proficiency in Polish at a minimum level of C1;

a strong potential for academic teaching.

Preferred qualifications:

a Ph.D. degree (or a Ph.D. program in progress) in the discipline of materials science and engineering;

experience working in a composite processing technology laboratory in compliance with current ISO standards;

experience in academic teaching at the university level;

experience in supervising/co-supervising diploma theses and student projects.

Specific Requirements Proficiency in the Polish language at a minimum C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), enabling academic teaching in Polish

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Languages POLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Engineering » Materials engineering Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Internal Application form(s) needed

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career development opportunities at one of the leading technical universities in Poland,

ideal conditions for conducting research, teaching, and cooperating with academia and industry.

Full-time position, from 1.02.2027r. to 30.09.2027r.

Participation in in an ambitious interdisciplinary project,

Work in an excellent scientific and international environment,

Access to the state-of-the-art equipment and facilities,

Participation in courses and conferences,

Remuneration/month: at least 6.500 PLN gross /month.

Required application documents:

An application indicating the number of the Rector’s Announcement of AGH University of Krakow, a CV, and a personal questionnaire;

A certified copy of the higher education diploma;

A list of publications confirming scientific activity within the scope specified in the Announcement;

Documents confirming research experience within the scope specified in the Announcement;

Documents confirming practical knowledge of advanced methods of structural and physicochemical analysis of materials specified in the Announcement;

Documents confirming participation in research projects financed from national or international sources;

Documents confirming completion of courses or professional development programs in academic teaching;

A document confirming proficiency in English at a minimum B2 level (or higher, if required by the competition conditions);

in the case of foreign candidates — a document confirming proficiency in Polish at a minimum C1 level in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

The competition is conducted in accordance with the principles of the OTM-R Policy, and the recruitment process takes into account the European Charter for Researchers, the Gender Equality Plan at the AGH University, the Principle of Equal Treatment, and the Accessibility Policy. Please also be informed that the AGH University of Krakow has in place the Procedure for Reporting Breaches of Law and Taking Follow-Up Actions.

The aforementioned documents, as well as the following:

a detailed description of the professional development path and career prospects;

information on employment conditions and employee rights (including social and employee benefits);

detailed information on the objective assessment criteria, taking into account the qualifications and competences of candidates;

can be found on the website: https://hrs4r.agh.edu.pl/rekrutacja-i-praca#c39212

The recruitment procedure is divided into two stages:

formal assessment - assessment of the completeness of the application documents and compliance with the requirements specified in the Act, the AGH University Statute, and the competition announcement,

substantive assessment - an objective and merit-based assessment of applications submitted by candidates who have successfully passed the previous stage; interviews with candidates may be conducted at this stage (either in person or remotely).

The candidate has the right to appeal against the competition results within 5 working days after receiving the notification.

In case of any questions regarding the competition and the recruitment process, contact

MSc Izabela Ziółkowska, +48 12 617 22 34, izabela.ziolkowska@agh.edu.pl .

To be considered a candidate you must meet the following requirements set out in the Act:

you hold the qualifications defined in the Act,

you have full capacity for juridical acts,

you have not been convicted for an intentional offence,

you enjoy full public rights.