Assistant Professor (F/M)

UW Working Group; Polska; On-site; PLN 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Warsaw, Faculty of Applied Linguistics, invites applications for an assistant professor in the field of cultural studies of Central and Eastern Europe. You will join a research and teaching group and contribute to the Institute’s profile in both research and education.

Requirements include a PhD or equivalent, postdoctoral degree in cultural studies or related social sciences, documented publications, and proficiency in Polish and English for teaching and international

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral degree in cultural studies or related social sciences with achievements in Central and Eastern Europe
• Knowledge of cultural research methods and ability to analyze cultural materials
• Strong publication record in cultural studies related to Central and Eastern Europe
• Ability to teach university courses in culture, communication, or humanities and social sciences research methods
• Knowledge of Polish for teaching and organizational duties; English for literature and international cooperation
• Knowledge (non-native) of at least one CEE language for source research
• Presentation of a research plan and teaching proposal aligned with Institute profile

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in culture, communication, or humanities and social sciences research methods
• Develop and present research plan and teaching proposals for students of the Institute
• Contribute to international cooperation and research projects
• Participate in interviews and selection processes as part of committee activities

Skills

Polish language knowledge

English language knowledge

Teaching experience

Research methods

Independent research

Publications track record

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Warsaw Department Faculty of Applied Linguistics Research Field Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Other Positions Application Deadline 13 Nov 2026 - 15:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number WLS-1220/7/2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Dean of the Faculty of Applied Linguistics, with the consent of the Rector of the University of Warsaw,announces a competition for the position of assistant professor in the group of research and teaching staff in the field of cultural studies of Central and Eastern Europe.

Requirements

Research Field Cultural studies » European studies Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Meeting the requirements specified in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571);
• A postdoctoral degree in cultural studies, cultural and religious studies or a related discipline of social sciences, with documented achievements in cultural studies relating to Central and Eastern Europe.
• Documented scientific publications in research on the cultures of Central and Eastern Europe, covering issues of contemporary culture, social communication or identity transformations.
• Knowledge of cultural research methods and experience in independently conducting analyses of cultural materials.
• Experience in teaching courses at a university in the field of culture, communication, or humanities and social sciences research methods.
• Knowledge of Polish enabling the performance of teaching and organizational duties and English enabling the use of scientific literature and international cooperation.
• Knowledge (other than native) of at least one language of the Central and Eastern European region at a level enabling the conduct of source research.
• Presentation of a research plan and teaching proposal corresponding to the Institute's profile.

Additional advantages will be:

• experience in implementing research projects and interinstitutional and international cooperation;
• preparation for conducting comparative classes on at least two Central and Eastern European countries representing different cultural traditions
• achievements related to visual culture, digital media, public discourses or cultural aspects of conflicts in Central and Eastern Europe;
• experience in using digital tools for analyzing cultural materials and in developing teaching materials;
• organizational or promotional experience.

In the case of employment, we expect that the University of Warsaw will be the primary place of work for the selected person.

• Academic curriculum vitae including education, employment history and language skills.
• Copy of the diploma confirming the award of the postdoctoral degree.
• A list of scientific publications and copies or links to three selected publications relevant to the position profile.
• Information about teaching experience, including a list of classes conducted and materials developed.
• Information on participation in research projects, international cooperation and organizational and popularization activities.
• Research plan and proposal for classes for students of the Institute (up to 3 pages in total).
• If a foreigner wins the competition, confirmation of the legality of his or her stay in Poland must be provided.
• Documents must be submitted in Polish or English.

Languages POLISH Level Good

Languages OTHER Level Good

Research Field Cultural studies » European studies Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Internal Application form(s) needed

1. Quality and significance of scientific achievements and their compliance with the position profile.

The following are assessed:

1. Quality and significance of scientific achievements and their compliance with the position profile.

2. Methodological competences and research independence, assessed on the basis of publications and descriptions of previous research.

3. Teaching experience and quality of course proposals for students of the Institute.

4. The substantive value and feasibility of the research plan and the possibilities of its implementation at the Institute.

5. Project experience, international cooperation and organizational or promotional activities.

6. Language skills needed to perform duties.

The committee evaluates all applications according to the same criteria, based on documents and an interview.

Selection process

The Selection Committee will short-list candidates who will be invited for interview. The interviews will be held online between 20.11. - 10.12.2026

Please note that this call is the first stage of the recruitment procedure for the position of Assistant professor specified in the University of Warsaw Statute. Its positive conclusion will be the basis for further proceedings. Only the short-listed candidates will be invited to an online interview.

The University of Warsaw reserves the right to cancel the competition without providing reasons.

Interview (invited applicants online)20.11. - 10.12.2026

Notification of the results - by 11.12.2026.