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Project/Grant title

“Photoelectrochemical Biomass Conversion – a step towards sustainable synthesis of chemical compounds”

FENG.02.02-IP.05-0103/23

Job description

The work will consist of carrying out electrochemical and photocatalytic reactions, synthesis of substrates needed for catalytic reactions, assistance in preparing material for publication and presentation.

The „Photoelectrochemical Biomass Conversion – a step towards sustainable synthesis of chemical compounds” project is carried out within the FIRST TEAM programme of the Foundation for Polish Science co-financed by the European Union under the European Funds for Smart Economy 2021-2027 (FENG).

Researcher profile

R1

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: scholarship for 12 months – stipend (including employer’s costs) 2,000 PLN per month paid from grant for 12 months

Career development opportunities:

  • Access to research infrastructure;
  • Professional development in the field of photoelectrocatalysis and organic electrosynthesis;
  • The possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS.

Additional information

Project manager: Katarzyna Rybicka-Jasińska
e-mail: katarzyna.rybicka-jasinska@icho.edu.pl

 

We are an open and inclusive employer – we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, origin, nationality, or minority background.

Requirements

required competences

  • Bachelor degree (or engineering degree) of chemistry, biotechnology or pharmacy;
  • Knowledge of organic chemistry and English.

List of required documents

  • Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae including a list of scientific achievements (scholarships, publications, participation in conferences);
  • Bachelor’s degree diploma;
  • Cover letter;
  • Consent to the processing of the Candidate’s personal data for the purposes of the competition.

Along with the required documents, please send a scan of a signed consent to the processing of personal data – template available below.

Candidate evaluation criteria

  • Expertise aligned with the project and knowledge of organic chemistry;
  • Scientific achievements measured by the quality and quantity of research publications and/or granted/filed patents;
  • Creativity and ability to conduct independent research;
  • Teamwork skills;
  • Awards or distinctions received;
  • Proficiency in English sufficient for scientific work.

Candidates will be assessed based on the submitted applications.

Deadline for submitting applications

20.10.2026, 14:00

 

Competition settlement date

28.10.2026

Envisaged job starting date: 02.11.2026

Submitting applications

Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences
Kasprzaka 44/52 Street
01-224 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 631 8788

e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

ATTENTION! In the title of the e-mail, please enter “Recruitment – Katarzyna Rybicka-Jasińska”

Project/Grant title

MATERIALIZE – Methodology and Synthesis Advancement To Empower Researchers In Advanced optoeLectronIc matErials

Job description

Description of tasks:

  1. Design and execute an interdisciplinary research project aligned with the submitted proposal and aligned with the overarching scientific goal of the programme, which is the development of next-generation organic materials for optoelectronic applications or the novel methodology for their synthesis.
  2. Collaborate closely with a mentor from IChO and a co-mentor from an international partner institution to guide project development and growth.
  3. Contribute to training activities organised by the project, including the creation and implementation of the Career Development Plan (CDP), with the goal of advancing professional skills and their own career perspectives.
  4. Participate in an international secondment to a research or industry organisation for a minimum of 3 months.
  5. Disseminate research findings through publications in peer-reviewed journals, conference presentations, participation in scholarly networks and co-creating and spreading materials for the general public.

Researcher profile

R2

Number of positions available

15

Offer

Terms of employment: Full-time position, temporary contract for 36 months. The gross monthly salary:

Basic salary: ~4 350 EUR gross monthly, (total funding*: 5 200 EUR)

Mobility allowance: gross ~418 EUR (total funding*: 500 EUR),

Family allowance (if applicable): gross ~334 EUR (total funding*: 400 EUR)

The total (basic salary + Mobility Allowance) gross amount of about 19 860 PLN minus tax deductions and minus social security / sickness insurance  deductions will give an estimation of what successful candidate can expect to receive monthly at their bank accounts

*Total funding includes the gross salary and employer social security contributions

Benefits:

  • Private medical care package;
  • On-site guesthouse accommodation may be available for incoming researchers at the very beginning of the employment period (terms apply, depends on availability of places);
  • Co-financed sports card programmes;
  • Access to Social Funds (favourable loan schemes, vacation benefits, subsidies for sports and cultural activities, and childcare support)

Country specific benefits: 

  • 800+ allowance – additional state funded allowance of 800 PLN paid for each child up to the age of 18 (terms and conditions apply),
  • 36 days of paid annual leave + around 12 additional days off in form of public holidays

Career development opportunities:

  • Open access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure.
  • Extensive training programme (three cross-institutional workshops and plus one industrial workshop and final scientific and career development conference) covering different areas (i.e.: intellectual property, innovation, team leadership, responsible research, and science communication) and personalised training budget for external workshops, courses, or conferences.
  • Mentoring by PI from IChO PAN and from an Associated Partner institution.
  • Intersectoral and international exposure: secondment opportunities in a non-academic or international academic setting of MATERIALIZE programme Associated Partners during employment period.
  • Help of the programme team in preparing Career Development Plans.
  • Strong institutional support: dedicated Project Officers, Welcome Centre, easily approachable HR Department, accounting, IT, and health and safety offices.
  • Scientific independence.
  • Supportive research environment at one of Poland’s leading scientific institutes.
  • The possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS.

Please note that while certain chemical laboratory work may pose challenges for individuals with specific disabilities, we are pleased to offer research opportunities in computational domains. We encourage candidates with disabilities to apply with proposals in computational chemistry area research topics, which do not require laboratory work.

Additional information

Project manager: Paweł Stankiewicz
Phone: +48 22 343 23 32
e-mail: pawel.stankiewicz@icho.edu.pl

We are an open and inclusive employer – we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, origin, nationality, or minority background.

Requirements

Mobility Rule: Candidates must not have conducted their main research activity or reside in the host country (Poland) for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately prior to the deadline of the Call (including remote work for a legal entity established in Poland).

Required competencies

Doctoral Degree: Applicants must hold a PhD by the call deadline in chemistry, physics, biology, or a related field or possess a formal document confirming the defence of a doctoral thesis before the deadline of the Call.

List of required documents

  • a research proposal with a dedicated ethical self-assessment section prepared using the template provided on the project website materialize.edu.pl;
  • a scientific CV listing publications, patents, and ongoing grants;
  • a motivation letter;
  • statement of the chosen PI from IOC PAS using the template provided on the project website;
  • diplomas and certificates confirming qualifications (PhD title), completed courses, completed training, etc., those documents shall be issued in or translated into English language;
  • consent to the processing of the Candidate’s personal data for the purposes of the competition.

Optional documents:

  • letters of recommendation from previous supervisors.

Along with the required documents, please submit (or send a scan) a signed consent to the processing of personal data available at: https://www.icho.edu.pl/en/cooperations/career/

Candidate evaluation criteria

All applications will be evaluated in two main areas: proposal evaluation (70%) and Candidate’s professional experience and competencies (30%)

Proposal will be evaluated against 3 main criteria:

  • Excellence,
  • Impact,
  • Implementation

Candidate’s professional experience and competencies will be evaluated against 3 main criteria:

  • Scientific record (quality of publications, patents, and involvement in research grants);
  • Mobility and international experience (international experience, scientific exchanges, change of professional profile);
  • Professional competencies (knowledge of techniques necessary to implement the project, management skills).

Second stage (Interview) evaluation criteria are as follows:

  • Scientific knowledge (depth of knowledge in organic chemistry and understanding of the proposed research area);
  • Presentation skills (clarity, structure, innovation, and scientific relevance of the presentation);
  • Communication & interaction (ability to answer questions, communicate ideas, and demonstrate critical thinking).

Detailed evaluation criteria are described on the project website: materialize.edu.pl

The Interviews will be held in English.

Deadline for submitting applications

15.01.2027 r., 23:59 CET (UTC+01:00)

Competition settlement date

07.06.2027 r.

Envisaged job starting date: 01.08.2027 r.

Submitting applications

Secretariat
Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences
Kasprzaka 44/52 Street
01-224 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 631 8788

Send all required documents by e-mail to materialize@icho.edu.pl

ATTENTION! In the title of the e-mail, please enter “Recruitment – Your Initials”

Project/Grant title

“Center for Quantum Digital Organic Memristors”

FENG.02.01-IP.05.-M005/25

The „Center for Quantum Digital Organic Memristors” project is carried out within the International Research Agendas (MAB FENG) programme of the Foundation for Polish Science co-financed by the European Union under the European Funds for Smart Economy 2021-2027 (FENG).

Job description

The Center for Quantum Digital Organic Memristors (CKCOM) project focuses on the development of a new generation of molecular memory and logic elements based on proton quantum tunneling. The aim is to advance energy-efficient memcomputing technologies that integrate information processing and storage within single molecular systems, with potential applications in nanoelectronics and AI systems.

The project focuses on memristors based on aromatic aminoacids. The tasks will include: synthesis of intermediates and target functional dyes, purification of products, complete chemical, spectral, and photophysical characterization of the obtained products, collaboration with MSc and PhD students, writing reports and publications.

Researcher profile

R2

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: Full-time employment for 12 months, with the possibility of extension; a monthly salary of approximately PLN 11,800 gross, corresponding to the level of remuneration offered for comparable positions at the Institute of Organic Chemistry PAS in projects funded from external sources.

Benefits: private medical care package; co-financing of sports cards

Career development opportunities: Work in an dynamically developing research team; access to advanced research infrastructure; opportunities for collaboration with international research centres; and prospects for further professional development at the Institute of Organic Chemistry PAS, participation in international conferences

Additional information

Project manager: Dr Marek Grzybowski
Phone: +48 22 3432035
e-mail: marek.grzybowski@icho.edu.pl

 

 

We are an open and inclusive employer – we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, origin, nationality, or minority background.

Requirements

PhD degree in awarded no more than five years before the application date[1] in chemistry or a submitted doctoral dissertation along with a certificate confirming the scheduled defense date.

[1] The five years is calculated from the year in which the doctoral degree was awarded. The beginning of this period is determined by the calendar year of obtaining the degree, and the end by the year preceding the deadline for submitting applications in the competition. The five-year limit may be extended by any documented interruptions in research activity that occurred after the award of the doctoral degree, provided that each interruption lasted no less than six months. Documented interruptions in research activity include, among others, unpaid leaves, parental leaves, breaks caused by long-term illness, employment in the R&D sector without involvement in scientific research, or employment in other sectors of the economy. For women who have given birth to a child or for individuals who have adopted a child, the five years shall be extended by one year per child, regardless of the date of birth or adoption, even if the documented leave or break related to this event was shorter.

required competencies

  • PhD in chemistry
  • Strong background in organic chemistry
  • Proven experience in synthetic organic chemistry (hands-on laboratory work)
  • Proficiency in English
  • Experience with structural characterization of organic compounds using NMR, MS, UV-Vis, and IR spectroscopy

desirable competencies

  • Experience in the chemistry of polycyclic aromatic compounds and/or functional dyes
  • Background in photophysics
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a research team
  • Experience in mentoring students

List of required documents

  • Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae
  • description of scientific achievements, including a list of publications,  ongoing projects, etc
  • diplomas and certificates confirming qualifications, completed courses, completed training, etc.
  • cover letter
  • letters of recommendation and references from previous employers/supervisors
  • consent to the processing of the Candidate’s personal data for the purposes of the competition

Along with the required documents, please send a scan of a signed consent to the processing of personal data available at: https://www.icho.edu.pl/en/cooperations/career/

Candidate evaluation criteria

  • knowledge of organic chemistry
  • scientific achievements measured by the quality and quantity of scientific publications or granted/pending patents
  • Candidate’s professional experience
  • creativity and independence in conducting research
  • ability to work in a team/ability to transfer knowledge/managerial predispositions
  • awards or distinctions
  • opinions about the Candidate contained in the letters of recommendation
  • language knowledge enabling conducting scientific research

Deadline for submitting applications

05.10.2026, 8:00 PM CEST

 

Competition settlement date

16.10.2026

Envisaged job starting date: 01.11.2026

Submitting applications

Secretariat
Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences
Kasprzaka 44/52 Street
01-224 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 631 8788

Applications must be sent to e-mail address: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl 

ATTENTION! In the title of the e-mail, please enter “Recruitment – Marek Grzybowski – MAB”.

Recruitment results are sent to all candidates by e-mail to the address indicated in the application immediately after the selection process is completed. The ranking list is available from the contact person indicated in the announcement and from the Human Resources Department of the Institute of Organic Chemistry of the PAS.

 

 

Additional documents required to be submitted to the HR department: