From our experience the background in chemistry, physics or nanotechnology would be appropriate.

1.  Ability to work independently as well as in a group.

2.  Good background in physical chemistry.

3.  Proficiency in English speaking and writing.

We offer a 1200 PLN per month stipend financed from the OPUS 18 Project No 2019/35/B/ST5/03229. The stipend is for 10 months, with a possible extension to 12 months, depending on the project duration.

Career perspectives: The successful candidate will be part of a highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team. He/She will have the possibility to broaden his/her knowledge and gain hands-on experience in the field of nanomaterials and living materials. Chosen student will be encouraged to participate in interesting events happening in Poland, i.e. meetings of Association of Students of Chemistry (OSChem by ASSChem), Symbioza conferences or meetings of the students section of the Polish Association of Chemists. The institute provides an opportunity to participate in ERASMUS + programme.

At the starting date of the work within the project, the applicant should be a student of extramural second degree studies or third degree studies (i.e., holding a Master of Science (or equivalent) degree, preferably in chemistry, physics or related field).

Complete application should include the following items:

• application letter,
• professional curriculum vitae,
• recommendation letter from a scientist holding a PhD in chemistry or related fields,
• optionally university degree diploma (e.g., MSc, BSc, Eng.),
• a list of scientific achievements (publications, patents, conference presentations, etc.).

Application deadline is on September 28, 2023, 23:00

The best candidates who meet the competition requirements will be invited for an interview (or a conference call). The interviews will take place on the 2 of October 2023. A good command of English is required.

The commission evaluates applications on a point scale. ACCORDING TO THE  REGULATIONS OF NCN SCIENTIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS FOR RESEARCH PROJECTS FINANCED BY THE NATIONAL SCIENCE CENTER https://www.ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/pliki/uchwaly-rady/2019/uchwala25_2019-zal1.pdf and in accordance with the Employment policy of the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS https://ichf.edu.pl/files/csr/ipc-procedures.pdf

The scholarship may be awarded to the next candidate on the ranking list if the winner of the competition resigns from signing the scholarship agreement.

The Commission will take into account the following criteria:

1. competencies of candidates for specific tasks in a research project,
2. previous scientific achievements of candidates,
3. awards and distinctions of the candidate resulting from the conducted research.

The commission evaluates applications on a point scale.

The scholarship will be awarded to the person who obtains the highest number of points.

The results of the recruitment will be announced on October 2, 2023.

The results of the competition are made public.

The scheduled date of starting work within the Project is October 3, 2023

Apply via email: rekrutacja@ichf.edu.pl, IMPORTANT: email title “Rekrutacja nr 39/2023”

 (emails without this number will not be considered!).

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