Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences
Offer Description
Application requirements:
- cover letter (500–700 words) containing a description of research plans for the employment period (in Polish or English);
- academic curriculum vitae (CV) including professional career, list of publications (if applicable), information on internships, conferences and participation in research projects;
- copy of PhD diploma (if already obtained) or a certificate from the doctoral unit on the planned date of defense;
- at least one opinion of a senior researcher (professor or habilitated doctor in the case of employees of Polish universities; PhD in the case of employees of foreign universities);
- signed GDPR and recruitment consent declarations attached to the cover letter.
Job description: Work in research project Jak teoretyzować o umyśle: podejście metanauki poznawczej (English: Theorizing the Mind: Creating a Functional Atlas of Scientific Theories), led by dr. hab. Marcin Miłkowski, funded by the National Science Centre, Poland (UMO-2025/57/B/HS1/03084).
The main goal of the project is to create a “Functional Atlas of Theories” – the first systematic description of the diverse functions that scientific theories play in research on the mind and brain. The tasks of the person employed in the post-doctoral position will include:
- Conducting in-depth analyses of case studies – selection and implementation of intensive philosophical research on case studies of theorizing in selected subfields of brain and mind sciences;
- Developing one's own research path within the project – developing a detailed analysis of a selected set of theoretical virtues and an in-depth study of theory dynamics;
- Contributing to the main results of the project, including providing evidential and illustrative material for chapters/sections of the monograph being written within the project;
- Collaborating in digital humanities research and supporting the formulation and interpretation of queries used in digital analyses;
- Conducting research in the philosophy of logic and cognitive science;
- Actively participating in the academic life of the Department of Logic and Cognitive Science, including weekly seminars and team meetings;
- Preparing at least two peer-reviewed scientific articles as first author or leading co-author, and contributing to accompanying articles;
- Co-editing a special issue of a scientific journal together with the co-investigator and project leader;
- Presenting research findings at international conferences;
- Collaborating with other research teams at IFiS PAN and external centers.
Where to apply
E-mail: konkurs@ifispan.edu.pl
Requirements
- Research Field: Philosophy
- Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- Research interests in theories of mind and brain;
- Knowledge of digital humanities methods;
- Independence and good work organization.
Specific Requirements
- Meeting formal criteria for NCN postdoc positions (PhD obtained within 12 years prior to employment year, subject to career break extensions);
- PhD obtained from an institution other than IFiS PAN or completion of at least 9 months of continuous postdoctoral stay abroad in another institution;
- No other employment contract or direct NCN grant salary during the employment period.
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Research Field: Philosophy
Additional Information
Benefits
9000 PLN gross per month; full flexibility of work organization (remote work with occasional visits to Warsaw); work in a dynamic research team at the Department of Logic and Cognitive Science
Eligibility criteria
PhD degree in philosophy or cognitive science (or pending defense by Dec 31, 2026) and meeting NCN eligibility criteria
Selection process
The complete application must be received via email to konkurs@ifispan.edu.pl with CC to: marcin.milkowski@ifispan.edu.pl (subject: Konkurs na stanowisko postdoc – Theory Opus)
The selection process will consist of two stages. In the first stage, the recruitment committee will evaluate candidates based on their submitted documents: evaluation of scientific achievements/potential (40%) and evaluation of research plans (30%). Selected candidates will be invited to an interview for the second stage (30%). Interviews will take place at the Institute or online.
For additional information, contact dr. hab. Marcin Miłkowski (marcin.milkowski@ifispan.edu.pl). Full offer: https://ifispan.pl/category/oferty-pracy/konkursy/
Additional comments
Required Research Experience
- Desirable: Publications in peer-reviewed journals or monographs;
- Desirable: Experience in conducting research or participation in research projects;
- Desirable: International internships.
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: Instytut Filozofii i Socjologii Polskiej Akademii Nauk
- Country: Poland
- City: Warszawa
- Postal Code: 00-330
- Street: Nowy Świat 72
Contact
- City: Warsaw
- Website: http://www.ifispan.pl
- Street: Nowy Świat 72
- Postal Code: 00-330
- E-Mail: konkurs@ifispan.edu.pl