Assistant/Assistant Professor – Geodesy and Cartography

Warsaw University of Life Sciences; Polska; On-site; PLN 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days vacation

Gym membership discount

University health care services

Job summary

Warsaw University of Life Sciences – SGGW invites applications for Assistant Professor or Assistant position in the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Architecture. The role focuses on geodesy and cartography, teaching in Polish and English, and supervising student work.

Candidates should hold a Master’s in Geodesy (or PhD in geodesy/cartography) and demonstrate research activity, teaching capability, and proficiency in GIS software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Holds a PhD in engineering/technical sciences with geodesy and cartography focus.
• Masters degree in Geodesy for assistant position.
• Excellent command of English or another congress language.
• Ability to teach and supervise student work in Polish and English.

Responsibilities

• Teach geodesy and cartography courses and practicals.
• Deliver lectures and supervise student projects.
• Contribute to research and international collaborations.

Skills

Teaching ability

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Willingness to teach weekends

Research mindset

Education

Masters in Geodesy

PhD in Geodesy and Cartography

Tools

MATLAB

ArcGIS

QGIS

AutoCAD

MS Office

Geodetic/GIS software

Job description

Organisation/Company Warsaw University of Life Sciences Department Wydział Budownictwa inzynierii Środowiska i Architektury Research Field Engineering » Civil engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 11 Nov 2026 - 13:15 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 30 Sep 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

According to the Polish regulations, Warsaw University of Life Sciences – SGGW, Institute of Civil Engineering, is searching for candidates for the position of assistant or assistant professor. The ideal candidate should have a master's degree in geodesy and cartography or a PhD in geodesy and cartography. The candidate will be responsible for conducting classes and practical exercises on geodesy and cartography for the students of the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The classes will be held in Polish and English.

Requirements

Research Field Engineering » Civil engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Requirements for the Position of Assistant Professor:

• a) holds a doctoral degree (PhD) in the field of engineering and technical sciences, in the discipline of Civil Engineering, Geodesy and Transport (or a related discipline), with a specialization in geodesy and cartography;
• b) is the author or co-author of at least four scientific monographs or scientific articles published in journals or by publishers included in the official list applicable in the year of publication;
• c) has received a positive evaluation from the committee responsible for teaching activities concerning the courses taught; in the case of candidates applying for employment who are not employees of SGGW, has received a positive evaluation from the relevant committee for a scientific presentation delivered at a seminar organized by the unit in which the candidate is applying for employment;
• d) has a documented good command of English or another congress language, at a level enabling independent preparation of scientific publications in that language and presentation of research findings at scientific conferences;
• e) leads or has submitted a research project involving scientific research, development work, or the implementation of investments related to education and scientific activity;
• f) an additional advantage will be, in particular, completion of a research internship abroad at a scientific institution or demonstrable scientific activity with an international scope;
• h) very good knowledge of MS Office and MATLAB, geodetic/GIS software, including C-Geo, WinKalk, Micromap, ArcGIS, QGIS (or equivalent software), as well as AutoCAD;
• i) ability to work in a team and availability, including willingness to teach in a part-time/non-traditional mode, including weekends;
• j) teaching experience will be considered an additional advantage.

Requirements for the Position of Assistant:

• a) holds a Master of Engineering degree in Geodesy;
• b) demonstrates research and teaching interests and the ability to further develop them;
• c) has a documented good command of English or another congress language, at a level enabling independent preparation of scientific publications in that language and presentation of research findings at scientific conferences;
• d) very good knowledge of MS Office and MATLAB, geodetic/GIS software, including C-Geo, WinKalk, Micromap, ArcGIS, QGIS (or equivalent software), as well as AutoCAD;
• e) ability to work in a team and availability, including willingness to teach in a part-time/non-traditional mode, including weekends;
• f) teaching experience will be considered an additional advantage

Specific Requirements

The position covers three main areas: research, teaching, and scientific cooperation. The candidate should conduct classes on geodesy and cartography . The candidate should also give instructions and supervise the students’ work concerning those subjects. The classes will be held in Polish and English. Minimum 240-hours contract per academic year.

Languages POLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

36 days of vacation, discounted membership in gym and aerobic classes at Sport Center of SGGW, free health care services at the University Health Care Center (NZOZ SGGW).

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute **Faculty of Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Architecture** Country Poland State/Province Masovian Voivod City Warsaw Postal Code 02-776 Warszawa Street Nowoursynowska 166 Geofield