Offer Description
The competition is related to research in the area of:
- design, synthesis and characterization of electrode materials intended for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs),
- construction and investigation of the electrochemical properties of laboratory reversible SOFC cells,
- preparation of oxide materials using high-temperature techniques, wet chemistry and electrospinning,
- research on functional materials for energy conversion and storage devices, with particular emphasis on in situ exsolution processes of catalytically active nanoparticles.
The candidate should hold a Master’s degree and have experience in conducting scientific research in the discipline of materials engineering, in particular in the field of design, synthesis and characterization of electrode materials for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs). The candidate should demonstrate aptitude for scientific and teaching work and have documented scientific achievements obtained during higher education, education at a doctoral school, doctoral studies or professional work, taking into account the limitation resulting from Article 209(10) of the Act on Higher Education and Science.
The candidate is expected to have experience in the implementation of grant-funded research projects, knowledge of advanced research techniques, as well as conference activity and participation in international research internships. Experience in working in an international research environment is of particular importance, including cooperation with foreign scientific institutions, conducting joint research, and exchanging knowledge and competences in the field of functional materials. Practical ability to synthesize oxide materials using high-temperature methods, wet chemistry methods and electrospinning is also important. The candidate should have experience in the characterization of functional materials using, among others, XRD, SEM-EDS, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, EIS with DRT analysis, TG, BET and synchrotron techniques, including X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS). The ability to prepare applications for access to national and international research infrastructure, including the SOLARIS National Synchrotron Radiation Centre and infrastructure available within the CERIC-ERIC consortium, is also required. Documented knowledge of English at least at B2 level, in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages of the Council of Europe, is required.
Where to apply
E-mail: [contact details available in the full listing]
Requirements
Research Field: Engineering » Materials engineering
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Requirements:
- a master degree (MSc, MSc Eng) or equivalent in the field of Materials Engineering and/or Energy Engineering
- confirmed active participation in student scientific activities or documented scientific achievements resultingfrom university studies, doctoral school, doctoral studies or professional work,
- aptitude for teaching and organization,
- experience in the implementation of grant-funded research projects,
- experience in preparing applications for access to advanced research infrastructure and obtaining beamtime at national and international research infrastructures, including SOLARIS and within the CERIC-ERIC consortium,
- documented knowledge of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), in particular in the field of design and investigation of electrode materials,
- documented experience in the development, synthesis and characterization of electrode materials for reversible solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), including both air/oxygen electrodes and fuel electrodes, with particular emphasis on in situ exsolution of catalytic nanoparticles from oxide matrices,
- ability to prepare oxide materials using high-temperature methods, wet chemistry methods and electrospinning,
- knowledge of research techniques used for the characterization of functional materials, in particular: XRD, TG, SEM-EDS, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, EIS with DRT analysis, iodometric titration, dilatometry and BET specific surface area measurements,
- documented participation in international research internships lasting at least one month,
- documented participation in scientific conferences,
- English language proficiency at least at a B-2 level,
- required knowledge of Polish (candidates who are not Polish citizens should submit a certificate of Polish language proficiency at a minimum C-1 level).
Specific Requirements
- experience in conducting measurements using advanced research equipment, in particular TEM and synchrotron techniques, including X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), as well as the ability to analyze and interpret the obtained results,
- experience in conducting teaching classes.
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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Additional Information
Additional comments
We offer the following:
- 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 employment, planned period of employment: one-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension for an indefinite period, start date: October. 1, 2026,
- salary: not less than PLN 7,000 gross per month,
- a thirteenth salary (“13th-month bonus”).
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 Agnieszka Słoboda, [contact details available in the full listing] (name and surname, phone number, email address).
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.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- application letter, CV, a personal questionnaire,
- B2 level at least English certificate,
- polish language certificate at level C-1, if it is not the mother tongue,
- copies of diplomas and other certificates confirming qualifications,
- description of scientific achievements or confirmation of active participation in the student scientific activities.
The AGH University of Krakow does not require you to provide any information or data other than those resulting from the applicable law (name/names, surname, date of birth, contact details, education, professional qualifications, and employment history). However, if you choose to include your photograph or any other information, please fill in and attach this statement of consent to the processing of personal data, which constitutes an attachment to this information.
The controller of your personal data processed in order to carry out the recruitment process for the above-mentioned position is the AGH University of Krakow, al. A. Mickiewicza 30, 30-059 Krakow. You can read all information concerning the processing of your personal data on the website of the AGH University of Krakow after going to the “Personal data protection” tab (https://www.agh.edu.pl/en/personal-data-protection).
The University reserves the right not to settle the competition without providing any reason or justification. Winning the competition is not tantamount to ensuring the candidate's employment. The result of the competition serves solely as a recommendation to the Rector in this regard. The final decision concerning the employment will be made by the Rector.
After the announcement of the competition results, the selected candidate is required to provide a certificate from the National Criminal Register (the certificate must be current, i.e. issued no earlier than 1 month prior to its submission to the AGH University) and is subject to verification in the Register of Sex Offenders – Restricted Access Register.
Website for additional job details: https://www.agh.edu.pl/o-agh/praca-w-agh
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Faculty of Energy and Fuels, Department of Fuels Technology
Country: Poland
City: Krakow
Postal Code: 30-059
Street: al. Mickiewicza 30
Contact
State/Province: Malopolska
City: Krakow
Website: https://www.agh.edu.pl
Street: al. Mickiewicza 30
Postal Code: 30-059
