Assistant Professor

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Offer DescriptionFranciszek Górski Institute of Plant Physiology (IPP PAS, ) is a scientific institution of the Second Division of Biological and Agricultural Sciences ( ) of the Polish Academy of Sciences, specializing in basic and applied plant physiology. The main research interest of the Institute is ecophysiological factors influencing plant productivity. Research is mainly conducted on crop plants, but some experiments are also carried out on selected model plants and photosynthetic microorganisms such as algae and cyanobacteria. The Institute consists of 5 working groups, known as departments, namely the Department of Developmental Biology, the Department of Stress Biology, the Department of Cell Biology, the Department of Ecophysiology, the Department of Biotechnology and the Joint Laboratory of Enzymatic Biotechnology and Catalysis. The Institute’s scientists have built up an extensive co-operation network at local and international level.The Institute also co-operates with breeding stations throughout Poland. The wide range of co-operating institutions can be found at: and The most important form of scientific cooperation of the Institute is participation in consortia carrying out projects funded by national and international funding organisations.The IPP PAS is well equipped for research in the fields of plant physiology, biochemistry and molecular biology and has sufficient laboratory and office space as well as a state-of-the-art facility for plant breeding and microorganism cultures.Where to apply E-mail[email protected]RequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences » Other Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsRequirements:

• A doctoral degree in biological sciences, agricultural sciences, biotechnology or a related discipline is held.
• Internationally significant research achievements have been documented by publications. In particular, publications in journals with an Impact Factor (IF) of at least 5, for which the candidate is the lead author (first or corresponding author), are desirable.
• The completion of international conferences and internships abroad (e.g. post-doctoral training) as part of research achievements.
• Experience has been gained in directing research projects for which funding has been obtained from external sources.
• Knowledge of the physiology, genetics and molecular biology of plant organisms, especially microalgae, is demonstrated, including, but not limited to, a working knowledge of methods such as vector construction for transformation, transcriptomics (RNA-seq and qRT-PCR), directed mutagenesis with PCR and restriction site or immunofluorescence.
• Knowledge and practical ability to perform basic statistical and bioinformatics analyses (in silico analyses) is required.
• Very good knowledge of English. This is necessary to carry out scientific work in an international research team. Fluency in spoken and written Polish is also required.

Specific Requirementsonducts scientific research and develops new, original research topics.2. Disseminates research results in the form of scientific publications in prestigious journals.3. Participates in the organisation of scientific research.4. Applies for research funding and leads research projects.5. Internationalization of research.5. Supervises doctoral and master’s students.6. Participates in activities that popularise science, such as holding workshops and seminars, giving readings and lectures to pupils and students, is encouraged.7. Participates in the scientific and organisational activities of the PAS Institute of Plant Physiology (e.g. seminars, conferences and committees), including the Department of Stress Biology (e.g. scientific and organisational meetings).Languages POLISH Level Mother TongueLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefitsWe offer:

• full-time position.

• tentative starting date on January 1, 2026

• equipped office, laboratory & cultivation space,

• start-up package of PLN 6,840.10 gross + years of service (per month),

• access to the state-of-the-art research infrastructure & equipment (plant cultivation, imaging, high-performance liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC MS/MS), gas chromatography, FT-Raman spectrometer, isothermal calorimeters TAM I, TAM II and TAM III equipped with Assistant Software, equipment for Western blott analysis),

• opportunity for mentorship within the Department of Developmental Biology at the IPP PAS,

• opportunity to tutor students,

• professional career & soft skills development of team members,

• English speaking, stimulating and friendly environment,

• HR Excellence in Research Award, the initial phase of implementing European standards in human resources,

• professional administration support with personal, economic, legal, project, IT, intellectual property needs,

• support for the preparation of competitive project proposals.

Other employment benefits

• 36 days of paid holiday per year in total,

• Working in a stable and good (Category B+) research institution of international importance

• Friendly working environment,

.Eligibility criteriaEligibility criteria – Selection process:

• Academic record (5%)
• Other merits (5%)
• Required experience (90%)

Selection processIf interested, please submit your:(1) cover letter (application),(2) curriculum vitae including list of publications and contacts of two referees (max 4 pages),(3) personal questionnaire(4) statement of primary place of work(5) a declaration as to the discipline in which the candidate will conduct research(6) a self-report clearly indicating how the candidate meets the indicated requirements, referring separately to the criterion of scientific activity, the criterion of internationalization, and the criterion of organizational activity,(7) list of scientific publications (with current IFs and citations No) for a period not longer than 5 years (if applicable),(8) motivation letter with detailed description of your planned research activities (max 4 pages in total),(9) copy of the master degree (or doctor’s degree if applicable) diploma in biological, agricultural or biotechnology sciences,(10) certificates of completed courses,(11) Electronic versions of the two most important publications that the candidate considers representative of his scientific achievements or an explanation of their absence, provided that the Chairman of the Committee may expect the transmission of all or selected scientific publications or other documents,(12) at least one letter of recommendation from an independent researcher, provided that this letter is sent electronically to the following address: kadry @ifr-pan.edu.pl, without the intermediary of the candidate and is open only to members of the Committee,(13) In the case of foreigners – language certificates or declarations of knowledge of the Polish language.(14) RODO agreement the attachment No 4).In your CV you should add: I consent, within the meaning of Art. 13 section 1 and section 2 GDPR, i.e. Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Regulation on data protection) (OJ EU L of 4/05/2016, pp. 1-88), for the processing of my personal data by the Instytut Fizjologii Roślin im. Franciszka Górskiego Polskiej Akademii Nauk Polish Academy of Sciences, ul. Niezapominajek 21, 30-239 Kraków, in order to recruit for work at The Franciszek Górski Institute of Plant Physiology, Polish Academy of Sciences in Krakow. I am aware that the consent granted may be withdrawn at any time in a manner appropriate to its granting.Documents should be sent in electronic form (PDF format) or in paper form to the following address: , entering the subject of the message: „konkurs_ adiunkt_8/2025/ZBS-IFRPAN”.Additional commentsThe Institute is located in the suburbs of Kraków (Cracow) with convenient access to the international airport and the historical city centre. The location also offers the possibility to explore the picturesque Małopolska (Lesser Poland) region, including the scenic Tatra range of the Carpathian mountains. Moreover, researchers benefit from the excellent team spirit and pleasant working environment at the Institute. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute The Franciszek Górski Institute of Plant Physiology Polish Academy of Sciences Country Poland City Krakow Postal Code 30-239 Street Niezapominajek GeofieldContact State/ProvinceMałopolska CityKraków WebsiteStreetNiezapominajek 21 Postal Code30-239 E-Mail[email protected] Phone(+48) 12 4251833 (wew./ext. 160)STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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