Research assistant (post-doc)

Warsaw University of Life Sciences - SGGW; Polska; On-site; PLN 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on campus

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

Job summary

Warsaw University of Life Sciences - SGGW seeks a Researcher for the OPUS LAP project focusing on photonics of biopolymers. The role involves experimental work, data analysis, and preparing publications in a multidisciplinary team.

We require a PhD in a relevant field and strong English, with up to 12 years since PhD. The position starts 01.02.2027, with campus accommodations and long-term prospects within a major Polish life sciences university.

Qualifications

• PhD in physical sciences, chemical sciences, materials engineering, biological sciences, or health sciences.
• Very good command of English.
• Knowledge of spectroscopic and laser techniques.
• Experience with biocolloids, biomolecules or biomaterials.
• Ability to analyze spectroscopic data.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out research tasks within the OPUS LAP project on photonics of biopolymers.
• Conducting experimental research and analysis of results.
• Preparing scientific publications.
• Supervising students involved in the project.
• Participating in the project consortium work with partners in Switzerland and Sweden.

Skills

Spectroscopic & laser techniques

Biocolloids / biomolecules / biomats

Spectroscopic data analysis

English proficiency

Education

PhD in physical, chemical or biological sciences, or health sciences

Job description

Warsaw University of Life Sciences - SGGW

Organisation/Company Warsaw University of Life Sciences - SGGW Department Center of Cellular Immunotherapies Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 31 Dec 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2027 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

Your responsibilities:

• Carrying out research tasks planned within the OPUS LAP project regarding photonics of biopolymers
• Conducting experimental research
• Analysis of research results
• Preparation of scientific publications
• Supervision of students involved in the project
• Active participation in the work of the project consortium of WULS, ETH Zurich (Switzerland) and Linköping University (Sweden) within the assigned work package
• Active participation in the work of the project consortium

Our requirements:

• PhD degree in physical sciences, chemical sciences, materials engineering, biological sciences, or health sciences
• No more than 12 years since obtaining the PhD degree
• A candidate holding a doctoral degree obtained from an institution other than the one where employment is planned (unless they have completed a continuous postdoctoral fellowship of at least 10 months at another institution)
• Knowledge of spectroscopic and laser techniques
• Experience working with biocolloids, biomolecules, or biomaterials
• Ability to analyze spectroscopic data
• Commitment, diligence, and punctuality in performing assigned tasks
• Accuracy, reliability, and ability to work independently

Very good command of English.

• Experience in conducting national and international projects

We offer:

• Full-time employment starting from 01.02.2027
• Work in an interdisciplinary team
• The opportunity to develop own ideas

• Stable employment under an employment contract for 2 years, with the possibility of extending it for an additional year
• Possibility of accommodation in the assistant residence on the SGGW campus
• Opportunity to gain experience and develop professionally at one of Poland's leading life sciences universities, operating within European academic cooperation networks
• Task-based work
• Additional annual salary and long-service awards
• Possibility to join a group employee life insurance plan, private healthcare, the employee loan and assistance fund, and the Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Social benefits, including subsidies for holidays and discounts for stays at training and recreation centers for employees and their children, holiday gift packages for children, subsidies for sports and recreational activities, and discounts for activities offered at SGGW sports facilities
• A well-connected location in the center of Ursynów – convenient access by car (close to the S2 expressway) and public transport (Służew/Ursynów/Stokłosy metro stations, bus lines 148, 166, 193, 401)
• A friendly working environment on a green campus, with access to restaurants and shops, sports facilities, a pharmacy and healthcare clinic, a kindergarten, a library, veterinary services, a vehicle inspection station, free parking, and bicycle storage.

Requirements

Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Knowledge of spectroscopic and laser techniques
• Experience working with biocolloids, biomolecules, or biomaterials
• Ability to analyze spectroscopic data
• Commitment, diligence, and punctuality in performing assigned tasks
• Accuracy, reliability, and ability to work independently
• Very good command of English.

Additional Information

• Full-time employment starting from 01.02.2027
• Work in an interdisciplinary team
• The opportunity to develop own ideas
• Stable employment under an employment contract for 2 years, with the possibility of extending it for an additional year
• Possibility of accommodation in the assistant residence on the SGGW campus
• Opportunity to gain experience and develop professionally at one of Poland's leading life sciences universities, operating within European academic cooperation networks
• Task-based work
• Additional annual salary and long-service awards
• Possibility to join a group employee life insurance plan, private healthcare, the employee loan and assistance fund, and the Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Social benefits, including subsidies for holidays and discounts for stays at training and recreation centers for employees and their children, holiday gift packages for children, subsidies for sports and recreational activities, and discounts for activities offered at SGGW sports facilities
• A well-connected location in the center of Ursynów – convenient access by car (close to the S2 expressway) and public transport (Służew/Ursynów/Stokłosy metro stations, bus lines 148, 166, 193, 401)
• A friendly working environment on a green campus, with access to restaurants and shops, sports facilities, a pharmacy and healthcare clinic, a kindergarten, a library, veterinary services, a vehicle inspection station, free parking, and bicycle storage.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Warsaw University of Life Sciences/Center of Cellular Immunotherapies Country Poland State/Province Mazovia City Warsaw Postal Code 02-786 Street Ciszewskiego 8 Geofield