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Job Information
Organisation/Company: University of Warsaw
Department: Faculty of Physics Institute of Theoretical Physics
Research Field: Physics » Other
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Application Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
Country: Poland
Type of Contract: To be defined
Job Status: Full-time
Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 2027
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: WF-1210-16/2026
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Offer Description
DATE OF PUBLICATION: SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
We seek a scientist with a recognized research record and an innovative research plan in theoretical physics that is complementary to the research conducted in the Institute of Theoretical Physics.
- We expect that the candidate will be active in research in the field of theoretical physics and effective in obtaining external funding.
- The successful candidate will teach classes at the Faculty of Physics of the University of Warsaw in accordance with the position of assistant professor, amounting to 210 hours per year. We expect commitment to teaching, including constant concern for improving the quality of classes and ensuring that teaching is linked to the latest research results.
- Performing administrative and organizational tasks related to the University's activities.
- We require candidates to have proven competence in conducting research in theoretical physics, documented by publications in reputable scientific journals. We expect innovative research plans that complement the research conducted at the Institute of Theoretical Physics. Candidates should have documented international scientific research experience.
- A prerequisite for entering the competition is a doctoral degree in theoretical physics.
- Candidates are required to have at least one year of employment in a research or research and teaching position at a foreign institution after obtaining their doctoral degree. Teaching experience at the university level is also required.
- Preference will be given to candidates who obtained their doctoral degree no earlier than 10 years ago.
- We expect international candidates to develop proficiency in Polish within the first 33 months of employment. This must be documented by either a certificate of attending a minimum 240-hour Polish language course, or an official language proficiency exam certificate.
- We expect candidates to be highly independent in their work and to have a creative approach to research and teaching
The candidates have to conform to the conditions stated in art. 113 of Higher Education Law dated 20.07.2018. (Journal of Laws of the Republic of Poland 2024, item 1571 with further amendments)
Where to apply
E-mail: job.ift@fuw.edu.pl
Requirements
Research Field: Physics » Other
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
A PhD degree obtained in the area of theoretical physics and at least one-year employment in academic or research institution after the PhD are required for this position. Previous experience in teaching at a university level is mandatory. Applicants at the early stage of their career will be given preference.
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Research Field: Physics » Other
Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4
Research Field: Physics » Other
Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
Additional Information
Eligibility criteria
- Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, consolidated text)
- We require candidates to have proven competence in conducting research in theoretical physics, documented by publications in reputable scientific journals. We expect innovative research plans that complement the research conducted at the Institute of Theoretical Physics.
- A prerequisite for entering the competition is a doctoral degree in theoretical physics. Candidates are required to have at least one year of employment in a research or research and teaching position after obtaining their doctoral degree. Teaching experience at the university level is also required. Preference will be given to candidates who obtained their doctoral degree no earlier than 10 years ago.
- Important scientific achievements in theoretical physics.
- Presentation of future scientific research plan.
- Teaching experience.
- Experience with international collaborations.
We expect international candidates to develop proficiency in Polish within the first 33 months of employment. This must be documented by either a certificate of attending a minimum 240-hour Polish language course, or an official language proficiency exam certificate.
We expect candidates to be highly independent in their work and to have a creative approach to research and teaching.
If hired, we expect the University of Warsaw to be the primary workplace for the successful candidate.
Selection process
Interested candidates should submit by e-mail to job.ift@fuw.edu.pl (specify the place and method of document submission) the following documents:
- Personal questionnaire https://rekrutacja-i-rozwoj.bsp.uw.edu.pl/wp-content/uploads/sites/43/2025/04/EN_kwestionariusz.docx
- Curriculum vitae.
- Information about previous research and teaching activities.
- List of publication indicating two achievements that the candidate considers to be the most important in their work.
- Research plan for the coming years.
- Copy/scan of doctoral diploma.
- Opinions of at least 2 independent researchers. Opinions are confidential and should be sent by the reviewers directly to the above-mentioned e-mail address.
Please ensure that your application is complete and submitted by the deadline indicated!
As part of the employment process, the selected candidate is required to submit the original documents.
The candidates might be asked for an interview with the commission appointed by the Dean of the Faculty.
The entire procedure will be concluded before April 30th, 2027. Candidates will be individually notified of the competition results via email.
Candidates with disabilities or special needs may report their accessibility requirements for the recruitment process.
This announcement is the first step in the procedure of employing an academic teacher and its positive result will be a base for consecutive steps.
Additional comments
The University of Warsaw follows an Open, Transparent, and Merit-Based Recruitment Policy, the content of which can be accessed at: https://rekrutacja-i-rozwoj.bsp.uw.edu.pl/polityka-rekrutacji
Information about the Internal Reporting Procedure at the University of Warsaw pursuant to the Act of June 14, 2024 on the procedure for whistleblowers:
The University of Warsaw has a procedure for reporting rights violations - Internal reporting procedure, attached to Ordinance No. 94 of the Rector of the University of Warsaw dated 17 September 2024 on the procedure for whistleblowers reporting cases of law violation at the University of Warsaw and for undertaking follow-up actions, published and available in Monitor UW 2024, item 266.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 2
Company/Institute: University of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics
Country: Poland
City: Warsaw
Postal Code: 02-093
Street: Pasteura 5
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Contact
State/Province: Draft
City: Warsaw
Website: http://www.fuw.edu.pl
Street: Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28
Postal Code: 00-927
E-Mail: job.ift@fuw.edu.pl