Job Offers
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 (no longer than until 31 December 2029); 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
15.05.2026, 8:00 PM CEST
Competition settlement date
29.05.2026
Envisaged job starting date: 01.06.2026
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 reference number “CKCOM/2026/MD/7”.
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.