Assistant Professor (Post-doctoral Researcher)

University of Warsaw, Poland

Updated: 21 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 31 Jan 2026

30 Dec 2025
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Warsaw
Department

Centre for European Regional and Local Studies - EUROREG
Research Field

Economics » Social economics
Political sciences » Science and society
Geography » Economic geography
Sociology » Other
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions

PhD Positions
Country

Poland
Application Deadline

31 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Offer Starting Date

1 Mar 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

Participation in the IMPRESS-U research project, in particular: Preparation of research instruments, including interview guides; Data collection (e.g. interviews with stakeholders); Compilation and organisation of statistical data; Review and analysis of regulations and strategic documents; Communication with international partners; Preparation of reports and academic publications; Participation in meetings of the national research team and the international consortium. More information: LINK


Where to apply
E-mail

euroreg@uw.edu.pl

Requirements
Research Field
Economics » Other
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Research Field
Geography » Economic geography
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Research Field
Political sciences » Science and society
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Research Field
Sociology » Other
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws 2024, item 1571) and the NCN Regulations[1] , i.e.: PhD in field of social sciences awarded no earlier than 2014[2] ; Fluency in Polish and English, both spoken and written.

A record of academic achievements, particularly publications; Interest in the project’s research topics; Experience with MAXQDA software or willingness to acquire such skills.
Upon employment, the University of Warsaw is expected to be the successful candidate’s primary place of work.

 

[1] https://www.ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/pliki/uchwaly-rady/2024/uchw…

[2] This period may be extended by long-term (over 90 days), documented sick leave or rehabilitation leave, as well as by periods of childcare leave in accordance with the Labour Code; in the case of women, it may additionally be extended by 18 months for each child born or adopted, if this method of calculating career breaks is more favourable..


Specific Requirements

Evaluation criteria: Scientific output, particularly publications in reputable academic publishers or journals (50% of the final score); Other academic achievements, such as participation in research projects, scholarships, awards, and research experience gained domestically or abroad, as well as scientific workshops and training (40%); Competence relevant to the execution of project tasks, especially the functioning of higher education institutions and the science system (10%).


Languages
POLISH
Level
Excellent

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

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Additional Information
Benefits

Salary: At least PLN 8,650 gross per month for a full-time position, plus a statutory additional annual salary (“13th salary”). The final amount depends on the candidate’s length of service. More information: LINK

The position does not involve teaching duties. The position includes business travel.
Employment provides access to additional insurance and other social benefits offered by the University of Warsaw: LINK


Selection process

Stage I – formal assessment of submitted documents
Stage II – substantive evaluation based on submitted materials
Stage III – interview (in person or online) with selected candidates
Stage IV – final assessment of competencies, experience, and academic output
Stage V – final decision and announcement of results

Please submit the required documents by email to: euroreg@uw.edu.pl   Please include the reference number IAiE-EUROREG-1/2026 in the subject line.


Additional comments

Required documents: 

Cover letter in English; CV in English[1] , including:
(1) professional career, (2) academic career,(3) list of publications, (4) list of up to five most important conference presentations,(5) language skills; 

Copy of the PhD diploma or another document confirming its award.


Optional additional information may include: (6) research grants, (7) awards, (8) international mobility;


Optional documents: certificates confirming English language proficiency; names and email addresses of referees.

Applicants are kindly requested to ensure that their documentation is complete and submitted by the deadline.


 

[1] Candidate questionnaire for the academic position: https://rekrutacja-i-rozwoj.bsp.uw.edu.pl/en/useful-information-and-doc…


Website for additional job details

https://www.uw.edu.pl/kategoria-praca/konkursy-na-stanowiska-nauczycieli-akadem…

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
: Centre for European Regional and Local Studies (EUROREG), University of Warsaw
Country
European Union
City
Warszawa
Postal Code
00-927
Street
Krakowskie Przedmieście 30

Contact
State/Province

Mazowsze
City

Warszawa
Website

http://www.euroreg.uw.edu.pl/pl/
Street

Krakowskie Przedmieście 30
Postal Code

00-927
E-Mail

euroreg@uw.edu.pl

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