Job Offers - IChO PAN

Project/Grant title

“Targeting MMP-9 in Cancer Treatment: Computational Design and Experimental Validation of Potent, Safe Antitumor Agents”

Job description

The aim of this project is to accelerate the discovery of safe and effective matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP 9) inhibitors through advanced AI assisted drug design. We anticipate that the use of state of the art medicinal chemistry software, incorporating both retrosynthetic and forward synthetic algorithms, will enable the generation of novel yet synthetically accessible chemical entities. The workflow will begin with computational modeling to generate hundreds to thousands of candidate molecules, followed by rapid prediction of their binding affinity to the MMP 9 enzyme, as well as evaluation of key pharmacokinetic properties. The most promising compounds will be further assessed using molecular docking to evaluate binding modes and selectivity, and molecular dynamics simulations to estimate the stability of ligand protein interactions. This approach will allow us to prioritize compounds with the highest likelihood of success, namely those combining strong inhibitory activity against MMP 9, selectivity over other MMP isoforms, and favorable drug like and safety profiles. The top candidates will be synthesized in the laboratory and evaluated in cell based assays to confirm their anticancer potential.

In particular, the main tasks will involve:

Computer aided design of active, safe, and selective compounds with potential anticancer activity
Molecular docking of designed compounds to the active site of selected biological targets (enzymes or proteins)
Performing molecular dynamics simulations
Organic synthesis of the most promising compounds, as well as their purification and analysis (e.g., NMR, MS, HPLC)
In vitro studies of biological activity, in particular inhibitory activity against selected enzymes or cell lines

Researcher profile

R1

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: scholarship for 43 months, with a possible extension to 48 months; funded by an NCN grant – a scholarship of 5,000 PLN per month, including employer costs, until the month in which the doctoral student’s mid-term evaluation is conducted; a scholarship of 6,500 PLN per month, including employer costs, starting from the month following the doctoral student’s mid-term evaluation. The salary level is consistent with the compensation guidelines for comparable student positions in projects funded by the National Science Centre.

Benefits:

private medical care package,
co-financing of sports cards,
possibility of accommodation at the Doctoral Hotel

Career development opportunities: work in a dynamically developing team, access to research infrastructure, professional development in the field of organic synthesis, computational drug design, work with outstanding specialists in the field of organic and computational chemistry, the possibility of cooperation with foreign research centers (e.g. UNIST South Korea), the possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS, participation in national and international conferences

Additional information

Project manager: Dr Anna Żądło-Dobrowolska
Head of Research Group: Prof. Bartosz Grzybowski
e-mail: anna.zadlo@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

A prerequisite for qualifying for the project is the status of being a PhD student at a Doctoral School. Individuals who do not currently hold this status are required to apply for admission to the Warsaw-4-PhD School. Full details regarding the recruitment process are available on the school’s website. Applications must be submitted via the official doctoral school recruitment system.

required competences

Master degree in chemistry or a related field completed before the start date (October 1, 2026)
Strong general knowledge of organic chemistry
Practical experience in synthetic organic chemistry
Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data
Good written and oral communication skills in English (sufficient for independent scientific work)

desirable competences

Knowledge of computational chemistry and/or medicinal chemistry

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 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

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
career mobility (research internships, work in industry, change of scientific profile)
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

Job interviews with candidates are scheduled to take place from June 24, 2026, to July 3, 2026.

Deadline for submitting applications

31.05.2026

Competition settlement date

07.07.2026r.

Envisaged job starting date: 01.10.2026

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

e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

ATTENTION! In the title of the e-mail, please enter “Recruitment – Anna Żądło-Dobrowolska”

Candidates who are not PhD Students of the Doctoral School must take part in the recruitment process to the Warsaw-4-PhD Doctoral School! Please apply via online registration.

If you have an active status of a PhD Student in a Doctoral School in Poland, please apply by e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

Project/Grant title

“Unlocking Access to New Bioisosteric Motifs: Radical Reactions and Reagents for the Incorporation of NCF₃ and NCF₂H Functional Groups”

Job description

The main tasks will involve:

development of new precursors of NCF₃ and NCF₂H radicals
investigation of new radical reactions including photo- or electrochemistry
mechanistic investigations
scope and limitation studies
data analysis using state-of-the-art techniques (e.g. NMR, GCMS, CV)
supervising students
preparation of reports and publication manuscripts

Researcher profile

R2

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: full-time employment for 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 36 months, with salary funded by the NCN grant, 11666,66 PLN (gross gross) ~9700 PLN gross; The salary level is in line with the compensation guidelines for comparable postdoctoral positions in projects funded by the National Science Centre.

Benefits:

private medical care package,

Career development opportunities:

work on ambitious projects in a dynamically developing team,
access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure (NMR, MS, GCMS, photoreactors etc.),
professional development in the field of organic chemistry, catalysis and radical chemistry,
opportunity to present research at international conferences,
publications in high impact journals
the possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS

Additional information

Project manager: dr Michał Ociepa
Phone: +48 509-610-806
e-mail: michal.ociepa@icho.edu.pl (preferred)

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

Requirements

Maximum 7 years after completion of PhD – requirement of financing institution

required competences

PhD in organic chemistry
previous experience with synthetic chemistry laboratory techniques
excellent organic chemistry knowledge
previous experience in organic synthesis and/or catalysis
ability to analyse and interpret experimental data using state-of-the art techniques (NMR, MS, GC, HPLC)
analytical thinking and scientific problem solving skills
good written and spoken English;
high self-motivation and strong work ethic
ability to plan and perform work independently and as a part of a team

desirable competences

previous experience in radical chemistry, photochemistry, and transition-metal catalysis will be an asset
personal skills: creativity, responsibility, excellent communication, organization and time management skills, willingness to learn, critical problem solving skills;

List of required documents

Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae
description of scientific achievements, including a list of publications, research projects, etc.
diplomas and certificates confirming qualifications, completed courses, completed training, etc.
minimum 2 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 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

scientific achievements measured by the quality and quantity of scientific publications, monographs, patents
participation in research projects
Candidate’s professional experience
creativity and independence in conducting research
awards or distinctions
opinions about the Candidate contained in the letters of recommendation
English language knowledge enabling conducting scientific research
Maximum 7 years after completion of PhD – requirement of financing institution

Deadline for submitting applications

12.06.2026 23:59 [GMT+1]

Competition settlement date

30.06.2026

Envisaged job starting date: 01.10.2026

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

Please apply by e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

ATTENTION! In the title of the e-mail, please enter “Recruitment – POST-DOC – Michal Ociepa”

Project/Grant title

“Opracowanie nowej usługi odkrywania związków małocząsteczkowych o potencjale terapeutycznym wykorzystującej modele sztucznej inteligencji”

FENG.01.01-IP.01-A12Q/25-00

Job description

The objective of the planned research is the synthesis of model compounds. The list of required structures is provided by Molecure SA, a consortium member, and may be subject to modification.

Responsibilities: Synthesis of model compounds belonging mainly to the class of aromatic and heterocyclic compounds (approximately 100–130 substances annually), in quantities of approximately 100–150 mg each. This includes the synthesis of new compounds (not described in chemical databases) using short synthetic pathways (typically 2–3 steps). It requires the ability to adapt known methodologies used for analogous compounds to the synthesis of target molecules.

Researcher profile

R2/R3

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: Full-time position for 12 months, with the possibility of extension depending on the grant budget; monthly salary of 11,000 PLN 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:

working in a dynamic team
access to research infrastructure
the possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS

Additional information

Team leader: prof. Jacek Młynarski
e-mail: jacek.mlynarski@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 chemistry (specialization in organic chemistry)

required competences

excellent knowledge of organic synthesis
laboratory experience
experience in synthesis, especially aromatic and heterocyclic compounds
ability to design synthetic pathways
ability to analyze analytical data (mainly MS and NMR)
English language proficiency sufficient for scientific work

desirable competences

creativity
ability to work independently
teamwork skills
responsibility

List of required documents

Candidate CV including a description of professional experience in line with the competition requirements
diploma confirming the PhD degree
cover letter

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

Candidate evaluation criteria

competencies matching the project requirements including
knowledge of organic chemistry
professional experience
Good command of the English language.

The Candidate will be selected on the basis of the submitted application.

Deadline for submitting applications

20.05.2026, 23:59

Competition settlement date

22.05.2026 r.

Envisaged job starting date: 01.06.2026 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

Please apply by e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

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

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

The successful candidate will be employed as a researcher at CKCOM and will prepare a doctoral dissertation in the extramural mode, while attending lectures at the Warsaw4PhD Doctoral School. The research will be conducted in Dr. Marek Grzybowski’s group. The work will involve the synthesis of organic compounds—specifically aromatic amino acids—which, according to theoretical predictions, should exhibit a memristive switching effect between two electrical conductivity states: low and high. Following experimental verification, the synthesized derivatives will be used to construct next-generation memristive elements.

Accepting this position entails a commitment to prepare a doctoral dissertation in a field consistent with the project’s subject matter, under the supervision of the Research Team Leader.

The main tasks will involve:

synthesis of intermediates and final functional compounds;
isolation and purification of products followed by their full chemical, spectroscopic, and photophysical characterization;
collaboration with students;
drafting reports and publications;
attending doctoral school lectures;
preparing a doctoral dissertation.

Researcher profile

R1

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: Full-time employment for 36-month, including a 3-month probationary period; a monthly salary of approximately 8 300 PLN 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 for sports activities,
co-financing for leisure activities,
the opportunity to participate in training to improve qualifications.

Career development opportunities: The selected candidate will have the opportunity to pursue extramural studies to prepare their doctoral dissertation. We offer work in a dynamically developing international team, access to advanced research infrastructure, opportunities for collaboration with foreign research centers, opportunities for further professional development at the Institute of Organic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences, and participation in training courses and scientific conferences abroad.

Additional information

Group Lider: 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

required competences

MSc title in chemistry or related discipline
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 competences

Additional advantages: 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

List of required documents

Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae
cover letter
description of scientific achievements including list of publications
academic transcript including grade point average
copy of MSc diploma or equivalent document
Candidates who have submitted their Master’s thesis must attach a certificate confirming the scheduled defense date
letters of recommendation and references from previous employers/supervisors (if possess)
consent to the processing of the Candidate’s personal data for the purposes of the competition

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

knowledge of organic chemistry
scientific achievements measured by the quality and quantity of scientific publications or granted/pending patents
Candidate’s professional experience in laboratory work
awards or distinctions
opinions about the Candidate contained in the letters of recommendation
language knowledge enabling conducting scientific research

Deadline for submitting applications

31.05.2026 23:00 CET

Competition settlement date

12.06.2026

Envisaged job starting date: 15.06.2026

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/D/1”

Project/Grant title

“Unlocking Access to New Bioisosteric Motifs: Radical Reactions and Reagents for the Incorporation of NCF₃ and NCF₂H Functional Groups”

Job description

The main tasks will involve:

literature and data analysis;
development of new precursors for NCF₃ and NCF₂H radicals;
synthesis of model substrates for the reactions;
optimization and scope studies of the new reactions;
assistance with mechanistic studies;
evaluation of physicochemical properties of target isosteres;
analytical characterization of new compounds (NMR, MS, IR)

Researcher profile

R1

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: scholarship for 48 months (01.10.2026 – 30.09.2030) – stipend 5,000 PLN gross gross per month paid for the first 24 months; 6,500 PLN gross gross per month for the last 24 month (after evaluation period), funded by an NCN grant. The salary level is consistent with the compensation guidelines for comparable student positions in projects funded by the National Science Centre.

Benefits:

private medical care package,
the possibility of inexpensive accommodation at the Doctoral Hotel

Career development opportunities:

work on ambitious projects dynamically developing team,
access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure (NMR, MS, GCMS, etc.),
professional development in the field of organic chemistry, catalysis and radical chemistry,
opportunity to present research results at international conferences,
publications in high impact journals,
the possibility of further professional development at the IOC PAS

Additional information

Project manager: Michał Ociepa

e-mail: michal.ociepa@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

A prerequisite for qualifying for the project is the status of being a PhD student at a Doctoral School. Individuals who do not currently hold this status are required to apply for admission to the Warsaw-4-PhD School. Full details regarding the recruitment process are available on the school’s website. Applications must be submitted via the official doctoral school recruitment system.

Required competencies

Master degree in chemistry (awarded before 01.10.2026);
very good knowledge of organic chemistry;
ability to interpret and analyze experimental data (including NMR and MS spectra)
good written and spoken English;
strong motivation for scientific work
ability to work independently as well as in a group,

Desirable competences

previous research experience, documented by co-authorship of scientific publications or letter from research advisor
personal skills: creativity, responsibility, excellent communication, organization and time management skills, willingness to learn, critical problem solving skills;
previous experience in radical chemistry, photochemistry, and transition-metal catalysis

List of required documents

Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae including a list scientific achievements, publications, research projects, conference presentations etc,
MSc award diploma and transcript of the grades/credits received; during the last stage of studies and grade point average,
motivation letter,
one letter of recommendation from previous employer/supervisor

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

Candidate’s professional experience,
organic chemistry knowledge,
scientific achievements measured by the quality and quantity of scientific publications,
awards and distinctions,
opinions about the Candidate contained in the letters of recommendation,
English language skills enabling conducting scientific research

Job interviews with candidates are scheduled to take place from June 24, 2026, to July 3, 2026.

Deadline for submitting applications

31.05.2026

Competition settlement date

10.07.2026

Envisaged job starting date: 01.10.2026

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

e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

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

Candidates who are not PhD Students of the Doctoral School must take part in the recruitment process to the Warsaw-4-PhD Doctoral School! Please apply via online registration.

If you have an active status of a PhD Student in a Doctoral School in Poland, please apply by e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

Project/Grant title

“Interfacial photoelectrochemistry for modern organic synthesis”

Job description

In particular, the main tasks will involve:

developing photoelectrochemical methods for organic synthesis,
developing electrochemical methods for organic synthesis,
analytical characterization of synthesized compounds,
literature analysis,
preparing manuscripts and reports

Researcher profile

R1

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: scholarship for 48 months: for 35 months scholarship with the possibility of extension to 48 months, funded by an NCN grant – a scholarship of 5,000 PLN per month, including employer costs, until the month in which the doctoral student’s mid-term evaluation is conducted; a scholarship of 6,500 PLN per month, including employer costs, starting from the month following the doctoral student’s mid-term evaluation. The salary level is consistent with the compensation guidelines for comparable student positions in projects funded by the National Science Centre.

Benefits:

private medical care package,
access to the dormitory for PhD students

Career development opportunities:

access to research infrastructure,
professional development in the field of photocatalysis, electrochemistry and photoelectrochemistry
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

A prerequisite for qualifying for the project is the status of being a PhD student at a Doctoral School. Individuals who do not currently hold this status are required to apply for admission to the Warsaw-4-PhD School. Full details regarding the recruitment process are available on the school’s website. Applications must be submitted via the official doctoral school recruitment system.

required competences

Master degree in chemistry;
experience in organic chemistry or related;
other skills include analysis and interpretation of experimental data (NMR, MS, UV/Vis);
demonstrated experience in research work will be an asset;
good written and oral communication skills in English;
Personal skills: strong motivation for scientific work, ambition, creativity, goal-orientation, responsibility, ability to work independently as well as in a group; excellent communications, organization and time management skills, willingness to learn, analytical thinking and critical problem solving skills;

desirable competences

excellent knowledge of organic chemistry and organometallic chemistry,
data analysis and interpretation, especially in trouble shooting during the research;
basic knowledge of rules and protocols valid in organic chemistry labs;
knowledge of particularly radicals in organic synthesis, general knowledge about photo- and electrochemistry

List of required documents

scientific curriculum vitae, including a list of scientific achievements (scholarships, publications, conference presentations, etc.);
motivation letter;
one recommendation letter;
a transcript of the grades/credits received; during the last stage of studies and grade point average.

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

Candidate evaluation criteria

competences of candidates for specific tasks in a research project
previous scientific achievements of candidates
awards and distinctions of the candidate resulting from the conducted research
opinions about the candidate included in the recommendation
language knowledge enabling conducting scientific research

Job interviews with candidates are scheduled to take place from June 24, 2026, to July 3, 2026.

Deadline for submitting applications

31.05.2026

Competition settlement date

07.07.2026r.

Envisaged job starting date: 01.10.2026

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

e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

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

Candidates who are not PhD Students of the Doctoral School must take part in the recruitment process to the Warsaw-4-PhD Doctoral School! Please apply via online registration.

If you have an active status of a PhD Student in a Doctoral School in Poland, please apply by e-mail: rekrutacja@icho.edu.pl

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 performing first principles computations to simulate electronic structure and properties of the functional molecules.

Researcher profile

R1

Number of positions available

1

Offer

Terms of employment: 1/3 full-time equivalent (or hourly equivalent in the case of a mandate contract) up to 24 months (in 6-month intervals); a monthly salary of approximately PLN 1,800 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 (in the case of an employment contract): private medical care package, co-financing for sports activities, co-financing for leisure activities, opportunity to participate in training to improve qualifications

Career development opportunities: work in a dynamically developing team, access to advanced research infrastructure, opportunity to cooperate with foreign research centers, possibility of further career development at IOC PAS, participation in training and scientific conferences.

Additional information

Project manager: Dr Cina Foroutan-Nejad
e-mail: cina.foroutan-nejad@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 competencies

Student of 1st or 2nd cycle studies in a field related to chemistry, physics or material sciences.
Good knowledge of chemistry.
Elementary knowledge of first-principles computations

desirable competencies

Knowledge in the field of photophysics or chemistry of aromatic compounds and/or functional dyes.
Independence and critical thinking skills.
Good command of the English language.

List of required documents

Certificate of student status.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Description/list of scientific achievements (publications, competitions, etc.).
References (if available).
Transcript of records and GPA (for 1st-year students: copy of high school diploma and average grade).
Cover letter.
Consent to the processing of personal data for the purpose of the recruitment process.
A signed consent form available must be submitted.

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

Scientific achievements, including publications (if applicable), participation in conferences, competitions, and chemistry olympiads.
Creativity and independence.
Awards or distinctions.
English language proficiency sufficient for team communication.

The Candidate will be selected on the basis of the submitted application.

Deadline for submitting applications

15.05.2026, 23:00

Competition settlement date

20.05.2026

Envisaged job starting date: 25.05.2026

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 “CKCOM2026S2”.

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”.