Assistant in a group of research and teaching staff, Faculty of Physics and Applied Computer Science, AGH University of Krakow.

16 Apr 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

AGH University of Krakow

Department

Faculty of Physics and Applied Computer Science

Research Field

Physics » Quantum mechanics
Physics » Computational physics
Physics » Chemical physics
Physics » Biophysics
Physics » Applied physics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions

Master Positions

Application Deadline

25 May 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)

Country

Poland

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2026

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

We invite applications for the position of assistant among the research and teaching staff at the Faculty of Physics and Applied Computer Science at AGH University of Krakow. The research work concerns the preparation and analysis of simulation data, work on the design of medical phantoms with high spatial granularity, participation in the preparation, execution of experiments on a therapeutic photon beam and application of atomic and molecular spectroscopy methods as well as microscopic techniques to investigate the physicochemical properties of biological and material systems. The responsibilities include participation in the design and implementation of experiments, analysis of spectroscopic and imaging data and interpretation of the results.

23 months full-time employment starts in October 2026.

Basic salary no less than PLN 7 000.00 (gross).

The target department in which the candidate will work will be determined after the competition, according to the candidate’s expertise.

Where to apply

E-mail

sekretariat_wfiis@agh.edu.pl

Requirements

Research Field

Physics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

a master degree (MSc, MSc Eng) or equivalent,

aptitude for research and teaching work,

confirmed active participation in student scientific activities or documented scientific achievements                 resulting from university studies, doctoral school, doctoral studies, or professional work,

knowledge in a) the analysis of experimental data collected using photon therapy devices, advanced machine learning techniques and HPC environments or b) in experience in the preparation of biological material and the application of spectroscopic methods in studies of cells and tissues, as well as in the analysis and interpretation of spectroscopic and imaging data,

readiness to conduct classes in both Polish and English in a) the basics of computer science and physical simulations or b) in instrumental methods, biospectroscopy, nanotechnology and general physics,

knowledge of English (B2 level at least),

knowledge of the Polish language at the C1 level, if it is not the mother tongue.

Additional requirements: 

experience in scientific and teaching work,

a doctorate or a doctoral dissertation submitted in the discipline of Physical sciences or in a related discipline.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Languages

POLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

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Selection process

Recruitment criteria:

 

Scientific achievements, with particular emphasis on the candidate’s contribution to scientific publications (up to 35 points)

 

Competence in a) analyzing experimental data collected using photon therapy devices, advanced machine learning techniques and HPC environments or b) in the preparation of biological material and the application of spectroscopic methods in studies of cells and tissues, as well as in the analysis and interpretation of spectroscopic and imaging data (up to 30 points)

 

Experience / readiness to conduct classes a) in basic computer science and physical simulations or b) in instrumental methods, biospectroscopy, nanotechnology and general physics (up to 35 points)

Additional comments

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Application letter, CV, a personal questionnaire,

B2 level at least English certificate (not required for candidates for whom English is the first language),

Polish language certificate at level C-1, issued by the State Commission for the Certification of Polish as a Foreign Language, if it is not the mother tongue,

Copies of diplomas and other certificates confirming qualifications,

Description of scientific achievements or confirmation of active participation in the student scientific activities.

 

We offer the following: 

career development opportunities at one of the leading technical universities in Poland,

ideal conditions for conducting research, teaching, and cooperating with academia and industry.

 

The competition is conducted in accordance with the principles of the OTM-R Policy, and the recruitment process takes into account the European Charter for Researchers, the Gender Equality Plan at the AGH University, the 

Principle of Equal Treatment, and the Accessibility Policy. Please also be informed that the AGH University of Krakow has in place the Procedure for Reporting Breaches of Law and Taking Follow-Up Actions.
 

The aforementioned documents, as well as the following:
- a detailed description of the professional development path and career prospects;
- information on employment conditions and employee rights (including social and employee benefits);
- detailed information on the objective assessment criteria, taking into account the qualifications and competences of candidates; 
can be found on the website: https://hrs4r.agh.edu.pl/rekrutacja-i-praca#c39212

The recruitment procedure is divided into two stages:

formal assessment – assessment of the completeness of the application documents and compliance with the requirements specified in the Act, the AGH University Statute, and the competition announcement,

substantive assessment – an objective and merit-based assessment of applications submitted by candidates who have successfully passed the previous stage; interviews with candidates may be conducted at this stage (either in person or remotely).

 

The candidate has the right to appeal against the competition results within 5 working days after receiving the notification.

In case of any questions regarding the competition and the recruitment process, contact Agnieszka Dziok, 48 12 617 2951, agnieszka.dziok@agh.edu.pl  

 

To be considered a candidate you must meet the following requirements set out in the Act: 

you hold the qualifications defined in the Act,

you have full capacity for juridical acts,

you have not been convicted for an intentional offence,

you enjoy full public rights.

 

The AGH University of Krakow does not require you to provide any information or data other than those resulting from the applicable law (name/names, surname, date of birth, contact details, education, professional qualifications, and employment history). However, if you choose to include your photograph or any other information, please fill in and attach this statement of consent to the processing of personal data, which constitutes an attachment to this information.

The controller of your personal data processed in order to carry out the recruitment process for the above-mentioned position is the AGH University of Krakow, al. A. Mickiewicza 30, 30-059 Krakow. You can read all information concerning the processing of your personal data on the website of the AGH University of Krakow after going to the “Personal data protection” tab (https://www.agh.edu.pl/en/personal-data-protection ).

The University reserves the right not to settle the competition without providing any reason or justification. Winning the competition is not tantamount to ensuring the candidate's employment. The result of the competition serves solely as a recommendation to the Rector in this regard. The final decision concerning the employment will be made by the Rector.

After the announcement of the competition results, the selected candidate is required to provide a certificate from the National Criminal Register (the certificate must be current, i.e. issued no earlier than 1 month prior to its submission to the AGH University) and is subject to verification in the Register of Sex Offenders – Restricted Access Register.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

2

Company/Institute

Faculty of Physics and Applied Computer Science

Country

Poland

City

Krakow

Postal Code

30-059

Street

Reymonta 19

Geofield

Contact

State/Province

Malopolska

City

Krakow

Website

https://www.agh.edu.pl/o-agh/praca-w-agh

Street

al. Mickiewicza 30

Postal Code

30-059

E-Mail

sekretariat_wfiis@agh.edu.pl

Phone

48 12 617 29 51

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