Post-doc- Zasady dysput

Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences; Poland; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Philosophy and Sociology of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw invites applications for a post-doctoral position on the project “Rules of Disputations and European Theories of Disagreement from a Polish-Lithuanian Perspective (1500–1795).” The duties include researching theories of argumentation in the project corpus, developing the theoretical framework, editing or translating key texts, preparing interim reports and publications, and presenting findings at academic

Qualifications

• PhD in humanities required.
• Research publications evidencing a strong academic record.
• International research experience (conferences, stays, or collaborations).
• Advanced proficiency in Latin demonstrated by degree or publications.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken at an academic level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on theories of argumentation in the project corpus.
• Develop the project’s theoretical framework and connect early modern ideas to contemporary debates.
• Edit and translate key texts with the research team.

Skills

Autonomy and organization

International experience

Fluency in English

Latin proficiency

Education

PhD in humanities

Job description

Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences

Organisation/Company Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences Research Field Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 12 Oct 2026 - 16:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week ca. 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Dec 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

Application requirements:

• cover letter showing strong motivation to undertake the job (max. 700 words, in Polish or English);
• curriculum vitae – CV (in Polish or English);
• one publication (an academic journal article or book chapter);
• copy of PhD certificate.

Work in research project Rules of Disputations and European Theories of Disagreement from a Polish-Lithuanian Perspective (1500-1795). Early Modern Views on Cognitive Diversity as a Means to Address Scientific Polarization , funded by the National Science Center, Poland (DEC -2025/59/B/HS1/03210).

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Additional information about the planned scope of activities in the project can be obtained by contacting

The tasks of the person employed in the post-doctoral position will include:

• Conduct research on theories of argumentation in the texts that make up the project’s primary source corpus, with particular attention to the strategies attributed to good and bad disputants;
• Contribute to the development of the project’s theoretical framework, e.g., by bringing the early modern theories identified through the research into dialogue with contemporary debates (e.g. on scientific theories and scientific controversies);
• Work with the other members of the research team on the editing and/or translation of key texts;
• Prepare interim research reports and academic publications;
• Present research findings at academic conferences;
• Communicate the project’s findings to a broader audience, e.g., by contributing to the development and maintenance of the project website, disseminating the research through the media, and co-authoring a report aimed at a wider audience;

Contribute to the administrative and organizational activities associated with the project, including regular project team meetings (remote participation will be possible for most meetings).

Requirements

Research Field Other Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

High level of autonomy and excellent work organization

Specific Requirements

• A PhD in the humanities;
• A research record evidenced by academic publications;
• International research experience, such as participation in international conferences, research stays or fellowships, or collaboration in international research teams;
• Advanced proficiency in Latin, demonstrated by a relevant academic degree and/or research and publication record;
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written, including the ability to write to an academic standard;
• Meeting requirements set forth by the funding agency: (a) PhD received no earlier than January 1, 2014 (exceptions apply in case of longer sick leaves and parental leaves); (b) PhD received from an academic institution other than the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology of the Polish Academy of Sciences (OR at least a 9-months long research stay at an academic institution abroad during or after PhD studies).

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

PhD required

Competences that are welcome (not obligatory):

• experience working with early modern or medieval texts, particularly on theories of argumentation (including, but not necessarily limited to, the history of epistemology, history of logic, or history of rhetoric);
• knowledge of the cultural history of Central and Eastern Europe, particularly the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth;

experience working with early printed books and manuscripts.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences Country Poland State/Province mazowieckie City Warszawa Postal Code 00-330 Street Nowy Świat 72 Geofield