Research and Teaching Assistant

Where to Apply

E-mail: dziekanat.bhz@up.edu.pl

Requirements

• Research Field: Agricultural sciences » Zootechnics
• Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Eligibility Criteria (listed in order of importance):

The competition is open to individuals who meet the requirements specified in Art. 113 of the Act of 20 July 2018 - The Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, as amended) and meet the following qualification criteria:

1. A completed Master's degree in biology, with a particular focus on forensic biology or related disciplines, with a grade of at least 'good plus'.
2. Qualifications in forensic science or criminology.
3. Proficiency in English at B2 level, confirmed by a supplement or certificate.

Specific Requirements

Additional criteria (listed in order of importance):

1. A record of publications in the field of molecular genetics, forensic biology or the organism species identification using DNA analysis methods, including publications in journals indexed in the JCR database, documented by a list of publications, points awarded in accordance with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education (MNiSW) list, and the Impact Factor (IF).
2. Experience in conducting teaching classes in Polish.
3. Experience in preparing research project proposals.
4. Documented professional experience in the form of training, courses and overseas research internships in the field of genetics and molecular biology.
5. Proficiency in using MS Office software and analysing statistical data.
6. Experience in organisational activities within the scientific and educational fields.

Languages: ENGLISH

Level: Good

Research Field: Agricultural sciences » Zootechnics

Internal Application form(s) needed: Konkurs asystent IBPPZang.pdf (English, 308.2 KB - PDF)

Additional Information

Benefits

1. Stable employment based on an employment contract at a well-established institution.
2. Scientific support and opportunities for qualification improvement and professional development.
3. Access to research infrastructure.
4. Possibility of using group life insurance and medical care.
5. Benefits: a 13th month's salary, a social benefits package (including subsidies for holidays, sports activities and cultural events, and subsidized trips) in accordance with the Regulations of the University Social Benefits Fund.

Eligibility criteria

Eligibility Criteria (listed in order of importance):

The competition is open to individuals who meet the requirements specified in Art. 113 of the Act of 20 July 2018 - The Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, as amended) and meet the following qualification criteria:

1. A completed Master's degree in biology, with a particular focus on forensic biology or related disciplines, with a grade of at least 'good plus'.
2. Qualifications in forensic science or criminology.
3. Proficiency in English at B2 level, confirmed by a supplement or certificate.

Additional criteria (listed in order of importance):

1. A record of publications in the field of molecular genetics, forensic biology or the organism species identification using DNA analysis methods, including publications in journals indexed in the JCR database, documented by a list of publications, points awarded in accordance with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education (MNiSW) list, and the Impact Factor (IF).
2. Experience in conducting teaching classes in Polish.
3. Experience in preparing research project proposals.
4. Documented professional experience in the form of training, courses and overseas research internships in the field of genetics and molecular biology.
5. Proficiency in using MS Office software and analysing statistical data.
6. Experience in organisational activities within the scientific and educational fields.

Selection process

Required application documents:

1. Employment application addressed to the Rector of the University of Life Sciences in Lublin,
2. CV,
3. Copies of documents confirming education,
4. Cover letter,
5. Employment application form,
6. Declaration of compliance with the requirements specified in Art. 113 of the Act of 20 July 2018, Law on Higher Education and Science,
7. Declaration that the University of Life Sciences in Lublin will be the primary place of employment in the event of winning the competition,
8. Consent to the processing of personal data,
9. List of academic achievements,
10. Other documents confirming qualifications held.

Sample document forms (no. 5-8) can be downloaded at https://up.lublin.pl/bip/konkursy/druki-do-pobrania/

Additional comments

Submission of documents:

Required documents should be sent or submitted by 2:00 PM on 23.10.2026, to the Dean's Office of the Faculty of Animal Sciences and Bioeconomy, ul. Akademicka 13, room no. 352, in a sealed envelope marked "Job offer – (Institute of Biological Basis of Animal Production and research and teaching assistant).

Additional information:

1. The expected date of the competition results is November, 2026.
2. The planned start date is December, 2026.
3. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
4. Copies of documents should be notarized or submitted directly to the University of Life Sciences in Lublin with the original available for inspection.
5. Documents issued in a foreign language should be translated into Polish.
6. The University reserves the right to contact selected candidates, who will be informed by phone or email about the next stages of the competition.
7. Failure to inform a candidate of the competition results is equivalent to rejection of their application. The competition process may be canceled without giving a reason, at any stage, without any financial or legal consequences.

In fulfillment of the obligation arising from Article 24, Section 6 of the Act of 14 June 2024 on the Protection of Whistleblowers (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 928), we hereby inform you that the University of Life Sciences in Lublin has introduced an internal reporting procedure, i.e., the Internal Reporting Regulations /Rector's Order No. 26 of 6 March 2025/, available at https://up.lublin.pl/bip/zarzadzenia-rektora/

Work Location(s)

• Number of offers available: 1
• Company/Institute: University of Life Sciences in Lublin
• Country: Poland
• City: Lublin
• Postal Code: 20-950
• Street: Akademicka 13