Assistant in the research and teaching staff group

AGH University of Krakow; Poland; On-site; PLN 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

AGH University of Krakow invites applications for an Assistant in the research and teaching staff group at the Faculty of Computer Science. The role emphasizes cybersecurity, cybercrime, and information technology, with instruction conducted in English as part of the duties.

We seek a candidate with a Master’s degree (engineering/technical sciences ICT), teaching and research experience, and strong English proficiency (minimum B2).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering and technical sciences (information and communication technology).
• Teaching achievements and experience in conducting academic-level instruction.
• Research experience in cybersecurity and cybercrime.
• Practical knowledge of digital forensics and database technologies.
• Academic achievements and publications track record.
• Willingness to teach in English.
• English proficiency at least B2.
• Polish language proficiency required; foreign nationals may need a C1 certificate.

Skills

Good English

Teaching ability

Education

Master's degree in eng/tech sciences (ICT)

Master's degree in cybersecurity

Job description

Organisation/Company AGH University of Krakow Department Faculty of Computer Science Research Field Computer science » Informatics Technology » Computer technology Technology » Information technology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 9 Dec 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 21 Dec 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

Assistant in the research and teaching staff group

Requirements

Research Field Computer science » Informatics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Technology » Computer technology Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Technology » Information technology Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Computer science » InformaticsTechnology » Computer technologyTechnology » Information technology Years of Research Experience None

Internal Application form(s) needed

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1) a master’s degree in the field of engineering and technical sciences (information and communication

technology),

2) teaching achievements and experience in conducting academic-level instruction,

3) research experience in the fields of cybersecurity and cybercrime,

4) practical knowledge of concepts and tools related to digital forensics and database technologies,

5) academic achievements and a track record of publications,

6) readiness to conduct classes in English,

7) proficiency in English at a level of at least B2,

8) a very good command of the Polish language, in the case of a foreign national, confirmation of Polish language proficiency via a C1-level certificate is required.

Additional comments

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

2) a document confirming proficiency in English at a level of at least B2; for foreign nationals, a certificate of proficiency in Polish at a C1 level,

3) copies of diplomas and other certificates confirming held qualifications,

4) a list of academic achievements (a list of publications: books, articles, papers published in conference proceedings; a list of research projects and practical applications; patents),

5) a description of teaching and organizational experience.

6) consent to the processing of personal data in the recruitment process, in accordance with the attachment to the announcement.

We offer the following:

• career development opportunities at one of the leading technical universities in Poland,
• ideal conditions for conducting research, teaching, and cooperating with academia and industry,
• monthly salary of not less than PLN 8,000 gross.

The competition is conducted in accordance with the principles of the OTM-R Policy, and the recruitment process takes into account the European Charter for Researchers, the Gender Equality Plan at the AGH University, the Principle of Equal Treatment, and the Accessibility Policy. Please also be informed that the AGH University of Krakow has in place the Procedure for Reporting Breaches of Law and Taking Follow-Up Actions.

The aforementioned documents, as well as the following:

• a detailed description of the professional development path and career prospects;
• information on employment conditions and employee rights (including social and employee benefits);
• detailed information on the objective assessment criteria, taking into account the qualifications and competences of candidates;

can be found on the website: https://hrs4r.agh.edu.pl/

The recruitment procedure is divided into two stages:

• formal assessment – assessment of the completeness of the application documents and compliance with the requirements specified in the Act, the AGH University Statute, and the competition announcement,
• substantive assessment – an objective and merit-based assessment of applications submitted by candidates who have successfully passed the previous stage; interviews with candidates may be conducted at this stage (either in person or remotely).

The candidate has the right to appeal against the competition results within 5 working days after receiving the notification.

In case of any questions regarding the competition and the recruitment process, contact prof. dr hab. inż. Aleksander Byrski, [e-mail] (name and surname, phone number, email address).

To be considered a candidate you must meet the following requirements set out in the Act:

• you hold the qualifications defined in the Act,
• you have full capacity for juridical acts,
• you have not been convicted for an intentional offence,
• you enjoy full public rights.

The AGH University of Krakow does not require you to provide any information or data other than those resulting from the applicable law (name/names, surname, date of birth, contact details, education, professional qualifications, and employment history). However, if you choose to include your photograph or any other information, please fill in and attach this statement of consent to the processing of personal data , which constitutes an attachment to this information.

The controller of your personal data processed in order to carry out the recruitment process for the above-mentioned position is the AGH University of Krakow, al. A. Mickiewicza 30, 30-059 Krakow. You can read all information concerning the processing of your personal data on the website of the AGH University of Krakow after going to the “Personal data protection” tab ( https://www.agh.edu.pl/en/personal-data-protection ).

The University reserves the right not to settle the competition without providing any reason or justification. Winning the competition is not tantamount to ensuring the candidate's employment. The result of the competition serves solely as a recommendation to the Rector in this regard. The final decision concerning the employment will be made by the Rector.

After the announcement of the competition results, the selected candidate is required to provide a certificate from the National Criminal Register (the certificate must be current, i.e. issued no earlier than 1 month prior to its submission to the AGH University) and is subject to verification in the Register of Sex Offenders – Restricted Access Register.