Job 32/2026 - Research Assistant (asystent) in Experimental Physics, specializing in technology and optical measurements of semiconductor materials and structures

Institute of Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw; Polska; On-site; PLN 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Experience in semiconductor growth

Participation in innovative research

Job summary

Institute of Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw invites applications for a Postdoctoral position focusing on the fabrication of semiconductor oxide structures using molecular beam epitaxy and optical characterization.

The ON4.3 Group, led by Dr. Ewa Przeździecka, provides access to MBE technology and optical measurement equipment, with extensive collaborations within IF PAN and internationally.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in the physical sciences or a related field.
• Experience in semiconductor spectroscopy, including oxide materials, documented by scientific publications.
• Experience working with cryogenic liquids.
• Experience participating in research projects is a plus.
• Experience presenting scientific results at international conferences is a plus.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Experience in data processing and visualization using Origin and MathCAD is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate semiconductor oxide structures using molecular beam epitaxy and characterize them with optical methods.
• Collaborate with IF PAN groups and international partners on advanced semiconductor research.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Data processing and visualization

Education

Ph.D. in physical sciences

Tools

Origin

MathCAD

Job description

Institute of Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw

Organisation/Company Institute of Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw Department Scientific Secretariat Research Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 5 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (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 #JOB32/2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Summary:
Fabrication of semiconductor oxide structures using molecular beam epitaxy and their
characterization using optical methods,

The research will be conducted by the ON4.3 Group, led by Dr. Ewa Przeździecka, Professor at the
Institute of Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IF PAN). The group has access to
molecular beam epitaxy technology for Group II-VI materials. In addition, it has equipment for
optical measurements (photoluminescence, photoconductivity). The team collaborates extensively
with other research groups both within the Institute of Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences
(IF PAN) and outside it, including long-standing international collaborations.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in the physical sciences or a related fields.
• Experience in semiconductor spectroscopy, including oxide materials, documented by scientific publications.
• Experience working with cryogenic liquids.
• Experience participating in research projects is a plus.
• Experience presenting scientific results at international conferences is a plus.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Experience in data processing and visualization using Origin and MathCAD is welcome.

What we Offer

• A supportive, friendly, and stable work environment with opportunities for career growth, both in Poland and abroad.
• The opportunity to gain experience in semiconductor growth technologies.
• The opportunity to participate in innovative scientific research

Main research field: Physics

Sub Research Field: Condensed matter physics

Career Stage: Experienced researcher or 4-10 yrs (Post-Doc)

Research Profile R2 – Recognised Researcher

Type of Contract: Temporary, 12 months with possibility of extension

Status: full-time employment

Salary: 4888 PLN per month gross before taxes and applicable social security contributions (approximately 24%), plus length of service bonus.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institute of Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw Country Poland City Warsaw Postal Code 02-668 Warsaw Street al. Lotników 32/46 Geofield