Assistant Professor (Post-doctoral Researcher)

Euraxess; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 95,970 - 114,953; Full time

Job summary

University of Warsaw’s Centre for European Regional and Local Studies (EUROREG) invites applications for a Researcher position on the IMPRESS-U project, focusing on international collaboration and policy analysis.

You will prepare research instruments, collect data through interviews, compile statistics, review regulations, and draft reports and publications, with frequent communication with international partners and team members.

Qualifications

• PhD in field of social sciences or humanities awarded no earlier than 2014.
• Fluency in Polish and English, both spoken and written.
• Record of academic publications and research output.
• Interest in the project’s topics and capability to work in an international team.
• Experience with MAXQDA software or willingness to acquire such skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of research instruments, including interview guides.
• Data collection (e.g. interviews with stakeholders).
• Compilation and organisation of statistical data.
• Review and analysis of regulations and strategic documents.
• Communication with international partners and project team meetings.
• Preparation of reports and academic publications.

Skills

Fluency in Polish and English

MAXQDA experience

Education

PhD or equivalent in social sciences

PhD or equivalent in humanities

PhD or equivalent in geography

PhD or equivalent in political sciences

PhD or equivalent in sociology

PhD or equivalent in educational sciences

PhD or equivalent in philosophy

Tools

MAXQDA

Job description

Centre for European Regional and Local Studies - EUROREG

Organisation/Company University of Warsaw Department Centre for European Regional and Local Studies - EUROREG Research Field Economics » Social economics Political sciences » Science and society Geography » Economic geography Sociology Educational sciences » Other Philosophy Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 14 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Nov 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

The aim of the project is to examine strategies and practices adopted by technical universities in different countries in response to global and regional crises.
Participation in the IMPRESS-U research project, in particular: Preparation of research instruments, including interview guides; Data collection (e.g. interviews with stakeholders); Compilation and organisation of statistical data; Review and analysis of regulations and strategic documents; Communication with international partners; Preparation of reports and academic publications; Participation in meetings of the national research team and the international consortium. More information: LINK

Requirements

Research Field Economics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Geography Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Political sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Sociology Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Educational sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Philosophy Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws 2024, item 1571) and the NCN Regulations [1] , i.e.: PhD in field of social sciences or humanities awarded no earlier than 2014 [2] ; Fluency in Polish and English, both spoken and written.

A record of academic achievements, particularly publications; Interest in the project’s research topics; Experience with MAXQDA software or willingness to acquire such skills.
Upon employment, the University of Warsaw is expected to be the successful candidate’s primary place of work.

[2] This period may be extended by long-term (over 90 days), documented sick leave or rehabilitation leave, as well as by periods of childcare leave in accordance with the Labour Code; in the case of women, it may additionally be extended by 18 months for each child born or adopted, if this method of calculating career breaks is more favourable..

Specific Requirements

Evaluation criteria: Scientific output, particularly publications in reputable academic publishers or journals (50% of the final score); Other academic achievements, such as participation in research projects, scholarships, awards, and research experience gained domestically or abroad, as well as scientific workshops and training (40%); Competence relevant to the execution of project tasks, especially the functioning of higher education institutions and the science system (10%).

Languages POLISH Level Excellent

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Internal Application form(s) needed

Salary: At least PLN 9,450 gross per month for a full-time position, plus a statutory additional annual salary (“13th salary”). The final amount depends on the candidate’s length of service. More information: LINK

The position does not involve teaching duties. The position includes business travel.
Employment provides access to additional insurance and other social benefits offered by the University of Warsaw: LINK

Selection process

• Stage I – formal assessment of submitted documents
• Stage II – substantive evaluation based on submitted materials
• Stage III – interview (in person or online) with selected candidates
• Stage IV – final assessment of competencies, experience, and academic output
• Stage V – final decision and announcement of results

Additional comments

Required documents:

Cover letter in English; CV in English [1] , including:
(1) professional career, (2) academic career,(3) list of publications, (4) list of up to five most important conference presentations,(5) language skills;

Copy of the PhD diploma or another document confirming its award.

Optional additional information may include: (6) research grants, (7) awards, (8) international mobility;

Optional documents: certificates confirming English language proficiency; names and email addresses of referees.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Centre for European Regional and Local Studies (EUROREG), University of Warsaw Country European Union City Warsaw Postal Code 00-927 Street Krakowskie Przedmieście 30