Post-Doctoral Researcher (F/M), International Centre for Research on Innovative Bio-based Materials in Katowice

International Centre for Research on Innovative Bio-based Materials (ICRI-BioM Organisation/Company Lodz University of Technology Department International Centre for Research on Innovative Bio-based Materials (ICRI-BioM Research Field Technology Biotechnology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 30 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Brussels) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 30 Oct 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

Lodz University of Technology is one of the finest universities of technology in Poland. Its tradition and experience in training professionals and conducting research date back more than 80 years. It is an attractive partner for business. It cooperates with the largest national and international corporations. It conducts research of a European standard, develops new technologies and creates innovation in collaboration with the leading research centres all over the world. One of the pillars of Lodz University of Technology management is equal treatment of staff regardless of their gender, age, race or other demographic and social characteristics. In 2016, TUL was the first technical university in Poland to receive the HR EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH award certifying that the University adheres to the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

A doctoral degree (PhD) in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline. Research experience in coatings engineering, electrochemistry, biomaterials, biopolymers, hydrogels, and nanomaterial characterization. Hands-on experience in conducting antibacterial assays and cell culture experiments, including the evaluation of antibacterial activity and cytocompatibility of materials and coatings. Practical experience in the fabrication and functionalization of coatings on various substrates using electrochemical deposition techniques. Demonstrated motivation, adaptability, and willingness to acquire new knowledge and develop advanced experimental skills relevant to the research project. A proven scientific track record, including at least two research publications in international peer-reviewed journals indexed in the Web of Science database. Experience in presenting research findings at national and/or international scientific conferences. SCOPE OF WORK

Design, development, and optimization of stimuli-responsive antibacterial coatings on titanium and other relevant substrates, utilizing surface functionalization and coating deposition techniques to achieve enhanced antibacterial performance and biocompatibility. Characterization of the developed coatings, evaluation of their antibacterial and antibiofilm activities, and assessment of cytocompatibility through cell culture studies, including investigation of the underlying mechanisms of antibacterial action. Deadline for applications: 30th November 2026 Planned start date of the position: January/February 2027 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We have an internal procedure for reporting violations of law and follow-up actions at Lodz University of Technology. The best candidates will be invited to a 20-minute job interview, organized on the Microsoft Teams/Zoom platform. The evaluation process will be carried out in two stages. The first stage is based on the analysis of the submitted documents. The second stage is an interview with the selected candidates. Successful candidates will only be notified of their progress to the second stage by email. If the successful candidate does not accept the position, it will be offered to the next person on the recruitment list. The competition results are valid subject to the Rector's approval.