Institute of Power Engineering – National Research Institute (IEN-PIB), Ceramic Department CEREL is in Warsaw

Organisation/Company Instytut Energetyki – Państwowy Instytut Badawczy Department Ceramic Department CEREL Research Field Engineering » Materials engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Other Positions Application Deadline 30 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Poland Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 12 Nov 2026 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

The position concerns research and development activities related to the design and development of advanced structural and functional ceramic materials, including oxide and non-oxide ceramics. The successful candidate will participate in basic and applied research, experimental investigations, technology development and implementation activities. The research will cover the development of ceramic processing technologies, from the selection and characterisation of raw materials, through the selection and optimisation of forming methods, to high-temperature consolidation and mechanical machining of sintered ceramic materials. The main responsibilities of the employee will include: Selection and characterisation of raw material compositions and optimisation of their processing, including mechanical activation, spray drying and preparation of plastic and thermoplastic ceramic bodies. Selection and optimisation of ceramic manufacturing processes using various forming techniques, including uniaxial and isostatic pressing, low- and high-pressure injection moulding, plastic and thermoplastic forming, and slip casting. Development and optimisation of high-temperature consolidation processes for oxide and non-oxide ceramic materials. Development of guidelines and procedures for the mechanical machining of sintered ceramic materials. Design and implementation of experimental research procedures to determine the influence of individual processing parameters on the final properties of ceramic materials. Analysis, processing and interpretation of experimental data, including measurements of physical and mechanical properties, particle size distribution, dilatometric behaviour, thermogravimetric and differential thermal analysis, rheological properties and porosimetric characteristics. Formulation of conclusions based on experimental research to verify research hypotheses, identify further research directions and optimise manufacturing processes for advanced ceramic materials. Participation in the technological development and production of pilot batches of products manufactured from newly developed ceramic materials. Preparation of research reports, scientific publications and technical documentation. Cooperation with research teams and participation in national and international research projects. The position involves designing ceramic materials with specific properties tailored to particular applications and applying appropriate experimental procedures, measurement techniques and methods of interpreting research results. Requirements

Research Field Engineering » Materials engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent Skills/Qualifications University degree in a technical discipline related to energy engineering, materials engineering, chemical engineering and process engineering, chemistry, ceramics or a related field. At least 3 years of professional experience in the field of energy engineering or materials engineering. Practical experience in the development of advanced ceramic materials. Co-authorship of at least one scientific publication documenting expertise in the development of advanced ceramic materials. Documented participation in national or European research projects related to advanced ceramics, evidenced by co-authorship of scientific publications or project reports. Good command of English, sufficient for preparing and editing project reports and scientific publications. Knowledge of modern ceramic forming techniques, high-temperature consolidation of oxide and non-oxide ceramics, and machining techniques applied before and after sintering. Specific Requirements

2) Additional requirements and qualifications: Knowledge of the design and development of advanced structural and functional ceramic materials. Experience in experimental research, measurement techniques and interpretation of research results. Ability to design and optimise ceramic processing technologies. Ability to prepare scientific reports, publications and technical documentation. Ability to work effectively in research teams. 3) Additional advantages: Co-authorship of a patent or patent application. Completion of additional specialist training courses. Participation in research internships or professional placements relevant to advanced ceramic materials. Languages ENGLISH Level Good

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Eligibility criteria

List of required documents: Application letter expressing interest in the position of Research Assistant. Copies of diplomas confirming completion of higher education and, where applicable, documents confirming the award of academic degrees or titles. A self-assessment report containing a concise overview of scientific interests, achievements to date in research and implementation, and participation in national and international research projects. List of scientific publications, conference presentations and patents. Other documents confirming professional qualifications and competencies, e.g. language certificates and letters of recommendation. Declaration confirming full enjoyment of public rights and no criminal convictions for intentional offences prosecuted by public indictment or intentional fiscal offences. Consent to the processing of personal data for the purposes of this recruitment procedure. Work Location(s)

Company/Institute Institute of Power Engineering – National Research Institute (IEN-PIB), Ceramic Department CEREL Country Poland State/Province podkarpackie City Boguchwała Postal Code 36-040 Street Techniczna 1 Geofield