Assistant Professor (Post-doc) Position

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Assistant Professor (Post-doc) Position

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Offer DescriptionThe successful candidate will be employed for a period of 24 months and will receive a gross monthly salary of 11,600 PLN (~2,700 EUR), including taxes and mandatory employer and employee social security contributions. The research will be conducted at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, Faculty of Physics, University of Warsaw, as part of the project entitled “Designing the electronic properties of novel 2D layered crystals via alloy engineering for efficient photo-electro-chemical action” (OPUS, NCN).Within this project, the candidate will carry out electronic structure calculations within the framework of Density Functional Theory (DFT) for two-dimensional materials. The project will focus on the theoretical investigation of such materials, with particular emphasis on alloy engineering of magnetic systems. Attention will be given to analyzing their electronic properties and understanding their influence on catalytic activity. The goal is to explore how transition metal dopants and local structural distortions affect key electronic parameters.An integral part of the project will involve the development of machine learning models based on data generated from DFT calculations and Monte Carlo simulations. The project integrates advanced theoretical approaches-including DFT, Monte Carlo methods, and machine learning-to accurately tailor material properties. Theoretical predictions will be validated in collaboration with experimental teams, ensuring a comprehensive approach that combines numerical modeling with laboratory measurements.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-mailmagdalena.birowska@fuw.edu.plRequirementsResearch Field Physics » Computational physics Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsThe doctoral degree obtained in the field of physics, chemistry, chemical physics, electrical engineering, engineering of nanostructures, nanotechnology (or equivalent), informatics (or equivalent), computer science is required. Knowledge of theoretical methods of modeling nanostructures is required. The candidate is expected to be experienced with density functional theory software. Good knowledge of writing and speaking English. The person is required to independent preparation of scientific publications and presentations as well as, the candidate has to be experienced in writing manuscripts. In addition, significant scientific achievements, international experience, and the presentation of a plan for further research activities are required.Specific RequirementsThe candidate must meet the conditions set by the National Science Center for people employed in a post-doc position. In particular, the person employed for this position must have a doctoral degree obtained no earlier than 7 years before the year of employment in the project. This period does not include breaks related to maternity leave, additional maternity leave, leave on the conditions of maternity leave, additional leave on the conditions of maternity leave, paternity leave, or parental leave granted on the terms specified in the provisions of the Labor Code or the receipt of sickness allowance or rehabilitation benefits in connection with incapacity for work, including those caused by diseases requiring medical rehabilitation. For women, the indicated 7-year period may be extended by 18 months for each child born or adopted. A woman can choose a more favourable way to indicate breaks in her scientific career.The employment will be conducted in accordance with the NCN regulations. In particular, the employed person must meet all of the following conditions:

• the project principal investigator must not have been the supervisor or co-supervisor of their doctoral dissertation;
• they must have obtained their doctoral degree at an institution other than the one where employment for this position is planned, or have completed at least a 10-month, continuous, and documented postdoctoral fellowship at an institution other than the one implementing the project and in a country other than the country where the doctoral degree was obtained;
• during the period of receiving this remuneration, they will not receive any other remuneration from funds granted as part of the direct costs of research projects financed under NCN competitions;
• during the period of receiving this remuneration, they will not be employed by another employer under an employment contract, including employers based outside the territory of Poland;
• during the period of receiving this remuneration, they will not receive retirement benefits from the social insurance system;
• they will be employed for a period of not less than 6 months.

Languages ENGLISH Level GoodResearch Field Physics » Computational physicsPhysics » Condensed matter propertiesPhysics » Solid state physics Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Research Field Physics » Computational physicsPhysics » Condensed matter propertiesPhysics » Solid state physics Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationEligibility criteriaCandidates will be evaluated based on their academic qualifications, in particular having recently obtained a PhD in a relevant field; prior experience in performing DFT calculations, computer simulations, and data analysis. Proficiency in English, enabling effective communication and preparation of reports, will also be assessed. Additional weight will be given to scientific achievements, including publications, as well as overall alignment with the scope of the project.Selection processInterested candidates should send the following documents in PDF format via email to : * Application for the position – the pdf-format with a scanned signature.

• Information on the processing of personal data – information clause and consent clause – attachment to the announcement (available on the website

– the pdf-format with a scanned signature. * Statement on reading and accepting the rules for job applications for a position of an academic teacher at the University of Warsaw (available on the website
) – the pdf-format with a scanned signature. * Copy of doctoral diploma or document(s) confirming the prospect of obtaining a doctoral degree before starting employment.

• Motivation letter
• CV with a list of publications
• Reference letter.

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 31.08.2025r. 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.The University of Warsaw follows an Open, Transparent, and Merit-Based Recruitment Policy, the content of which can be accessed at:Additional commentsInformation 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 1 Company/Institute University of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics, Institute of Theoretical Physics Country Poland City Warsaw Postal Code 02-093 Street Pasteura 5 GeofieldContact CityWarsaw WebsiteStreetKrakowskie Przedmieście 26/28 Postal Code00-927STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Warszawa, mazowieckie

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Sat, 07 Jun 2025 23:41:37 GMT

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