Student – scholarship position Recruitment no. 68/2026

Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences; Polska; Presencial; PLN 20.000 - 24.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

High impact research

Modern laboratories

Conference participation

Team of researchers

Descripción de la vacante

Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS in Poland offers a student scholarship position for a Master’s student within NCN OPUS 27 project on metal–TEMPO complexes. The role focuses on synthesizing and characterizing proligands and metal–TEMPO systems relevant to CO2 and H2 activation research.

Responsibilities include preparing ligands and complexes, performing analyses, and contributing to mechanistic studies under supervision. The stipend is 2,000 PLN per month for about five months.

Formación

• Chemistry student enrolled in a Master program.
• Experience in inorganic/organic/coordination chemistry.
• Familiarity with air- and moisture-sensitive compounds using Schlenk line or glovebox.
• Basic knowledge in spectroscopic methods.

Responsabilidades

• Synthesis and characterization of proligands.
• Synthesis and characterization of homo- and heteroleptic metal–TEMPO complexes.

Conocimientos

Chemistry student

Inorganic/organic/coordination chem

Schlenk/glovebox handling

Spectroscopic methods

English proficiency

Educación

Master degree in Chemistry

Descripción del empleo

Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences

Organisation/Company Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences Department Coordination metal complexes and functional materials Research Field Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 20 Oct 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Other Job Status Extra Information scholarship position Hours Per Week Negotiable Offer Starting Date 2 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 68/2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Student – scholarship position available in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS within NCN OPUS 27, no. UMO-2024/53/B/ST4/02393, "Towards new chemistry of metal-TEMPO complexes as activators of CO2 and H2 molecules" (project leader: dr inż. Arkadiusz Kornowicz) The proposed project is aimed at advancing the fundamental knowledge of the synthesis and structure of homoleptic and heteroleptic metal-TEMPO complexes and their utilization to develop new reaction systems. Specific objectives include: i) development of a general non-redox synthesis of homo- and heteroleptic metal-TEMPO complexes, ii) analysis of the critical factors controlling the stability and structure of homoleptic and heteroleptic metal-TEMPO systems in photo-, thermo- and mechanochemically triggered conditions, iii) investigation on the reactivity of well-defined metalTEMPO complexes toward model small molecules: CO2 and H2. The proposed investigations should provide a more in-depth mechanical understanding of the formation and reactivity of metal-TEMPO complexes in their initial and subsequent steps. Further studies involving CO2 and H2 should shed a light on the mechanism of their activation by metal-TEMPO systems, which may pave the way for developing novel well-defined stoichiometric and catalytic processes.

Responsibilities

Student will be involved in the realization of the following research tasks:

• Synthesis and characterization of commercially unavailable proligands


• Synthesis and characterization of homo- and heteroleptic complexes with selected redox active metal centers supported by TEMPO ligand

Requirements

Research Field Chemistry » Inorganic chemistry Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• The candidate must be a chemistry student.


• Experience in laboratory work in the fields of inorganic, organic and coordination chemistry.


• Familiarity with handling air- and moisture-sensitive compounds using a Schlenk line and/or glovebox.


• Basic knowledge in spectroscopic methods.

Specific Requirements

• University degree in chemistry

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Chemistry Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

Scholarship amount is 2 000 PLN per month financed from the NCN OPUS 27 project no. UMO-2024/53/B/ST4/02393, "Towards new chemistry of metal-TEMPO complexes as activators of CO2 and H2 molecules". Planned period of stipend agreement: 5 months with the possibility of extension.

We offer:

• Participation in high impact and timely research.


• Access to unique technology and modern research laboratories.


• Opportunity to work in a team of dedicated researchers and technologists.


• Opportunity to advance scientific knowledge and gain hands‑on experience at the border between theory and experiment.


• Participation in international conferences

Eligibility criteria

• The candidate must be a chemistry student.


• Experience in laboratory work in the fields of inorganic, organic and coordination chemistry.


• Familiarity with handling air- and moisture-sensitive compounds using a Schlenk line and/or glovebox.


• Basic knowledge in spectroscopic methods

Selection process

• The best applicants could be invited for an interview (on-site or online).


• The scholarship will be awarded in accordance with the NCN regulations: "Rules of granting scholarships to young scientists in research projects" (Annex to Resolution No 25/2024 of the NCN Council from 04.03.2024) and in accordance with the Employment policy of the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS ( https://ichf.edu.pl/files/intranet/employment-policy.pdf ).


• The commission evaluates applications on a point scale. The scholarship will be awarded to the person who obtains the highest number of total points.


• If the top candidate does not sign the contract, due to the resignation, we reserve the right to choose the next candidate from the ranking list.


• The results of the competition are made public.

Required documents

• Scientific curriculum vitae, including a list of scientific achievements


• Motivation letter


• A transcript of the grades/credits received during the last stage of studies and grade point average


• Candidate's declaration of not holding a doctoral degree.

Key assessment criteria

• scientific achievements (50%) – includes publications in reputable journals, awards, conference presentations, and other contributions;


• research experience and academic accomplishments (20%) – covers research achievements, scholarships, awards, international and domestic research experience, participation in scientific workshops, training programs, and research projects;


• competence relevant for project tasks (30%) – emphasis on strong experience in handling air-sensitive compounds using Schlenk line and/or glovebox techniques

• Planned online interviews: 22-23.10.2026 (the recruitment committee reserves the right to conduct an interview with selected candidates, about which they will be informed separately)

• Deadline for the settlement of the competition: 28.10.2026

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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institute of Physical Chemistry Polish Academy of Sciences Country Poland City Warsaw Postal Code 01-224 Street Kasprzaka 44/52 Geofield