Assistant Professor AD/K90/15/08/2026

Unist; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wrocław University of Science and Technology is seeking an Assistant Professor to conduct teaching and research in the medical programme. The candidate should have a medical background, PhD in medical sciences, and a specialist qualification in thoracic surgery.

The role includes teaching thoracic surgery, conducting research, and supporting students in developing practical clinical skills. The appointment is temporary and full-time, with responsibilities spanning teaching, research, and

Qualifications

• Medical degree with licence to practise medicine.
• PhD in medical sciences required.
• Habilitation in medical sciences preferred.
• Specialist qualification in thoracic surgery and teaching/research experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach thoracic surgery to medical students.
• Conduct scientific research and supervise student projects.
• Support students in developing practical clinical skills and participate in organisational activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research experience

Clinical skills support

External collaboration

Faculty involvement

Professional development

Polish & English languages

Education

PhD in medical sciences

Medical licence to practise

Habilitation in medical sciences

Specialist qualification in thoracic surgery

Job description

Organisation/Company Politechnika Wrocławska Research Field Medical sciences » Medicine Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 19 Sep 2026 - 15:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 20 Aug 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number AD/K90/15/08/2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The position of Assistant Professor involves conducting research and teaching activities related to the medical programme. The successful candidate is expected to have a medical background and specialist qualifications in thoracic surgery. The person employed in this position will be responsible for teaching classes in thoracic surgery, conducting scientific research, and supporting students in the development of their practical skills.

Requirements

Research Field Medical sciences » Medicine Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• experience in teaching medical students,
• experience in conducting scientific research,
• ability to support students in developing practical clinical skills,
• ability to cooperate with external institutions in teaching, research and organisational activities,
• willingness to participate in the organisational activities of the Faculty of Medicine,
• commitment to continuous professional development,
• very good command of Polish and English, both spoken and written.

Specific Requirements

• valid licence to practise medicine,
• PhD degree in medical sciences,
• specialist qualification in thoracic surgery,
• experience in teaching students,
• experience in conducting scientific research.
• work in a scientific environment and access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities,
• opportunities to pursue individual research plans,
• support in applying for research grants,
• support in organising and carrying out research internships,
• attractive incentive programmes, including financial bonuses for scientific achievements,
• significant teaching load reductions for researchers carrying out research projects,

Eligibility criteria

Candidates are required to:

• hold a medical degree,
• hold a valid licence to practise medicine,
• hold a PhD degree and a habilitation degree in medical sciences,
• hold a specialist qualification in cardiology,
• have experience in teaching students and conducting scientific research,

have a very good command of Polish and English, both spoken and written.

All the above requirements must be met by the application deadline.

The date and time of receipt of the application documents shall determine whether the application has been submitted on time. Receipt of documents submitted electronically will be confirmed by the HR Assistant by return e-mail sent to the address from which the application was submitted.

Applications will be evaluated by a selection committee appointed by the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Prof. Magdalena Krajewska.

Additional comments

A person employed under an employment contract with another employer conducting research, research and teaching, research and development or implementation activities, for whom Wrocław University of Science and Technology would constitute the primary place of employment, is required, pursuant to Article 125 of the Polish Law on Higher Education and Science, to obtain the Rector's consent for additional employment under an employment contract with another employer after commencing employment at Wrocław University of Science and Technology.

In the case of conducting business activity, the requirements specified in Article 125(7) of the Act must also be fulfilled.

After completion of the recruitment procedure, application documents submitted by post by candidates who have not been selected will be destroyed. Candidates may collect their documents from the HR Assistant within 6 months after the completion of the recruitment procedure, against confirmation of receipt.

Work Location(s)

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