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Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences is looking for a highly motivated researcher with an extensive experience in the physico-chemical studies of biological thin films by spectroscopic methods and scanning probe microscopy. The successful candidate will perform research within the scope of the research profile of Team 21. In particular, the research topics will include (i) study of interactions of biologically important peptides and proteins with model cell membranes; (ii) imaging at the molecular level of biological membrane surfaces; (iii) spectroscopic characterization of model membranes immobilized on solid substrates. The research aims to elucidate the membranolytic activities of peptides and proteins of both antimicrobial and pathogenic nature. The successful candidate will cooperate with senior researchers and supervise undergraduate and graduate students.

Basic remuneration: 5985 PLN gross funding from Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS statute and benefits in the form of: private health care insurance.

• Completed university studies in the field of chemistry, academic degree PhD “habilitation” (pl. doktor habilitowany) in the field of natural sciences, in the discipline of chemical sciences;
• Required competencies: min. 5 years of experience in the field of surface physico-chemistry of thin biological films, specifically: (1) surface studies by scanning probe microscopy (2) spectroelectrochemical studies of model biological films (3) electrochemical and microgravimetric studies of biological films;
• Desired competencies: well-developed research portfolio and a track record of funding; efficiency in the communication of research outcome.

• Creativity measured by the quality and number of scientific publications in which the candidate is the first author, corresponding author or significant author[1];
• Mobility in the candidate's career (research internships, change in scientific profile, internships and work in industry);
• The number of citations of the candidate's work, especially those papers in which the candidate is the first author, corresponding author or significant author;
• Creativity measured by the quality and number of research projects the candidate has led and publications resulting from the implementation of those projects;
• An opinion of the candidate, issued by an independent researcher.

When assessing the candidate's achievements the Competition Committee will take into account breaks in research work (e.g. maternity leave, internships in industry etc.) and will convert the indicated achievements of the candidate into effective years of research[2].

As part of the competition procedure, selected Candidates may be invited for an interview or be asked to publicly present the results of their previous work in the form of a seminar at the IPC PAS and / or additional explanations.

[1] The importance of the candidate's work in a given publication may be emphasized by the correspondent author / the person conducting the research in a separate letter.

[2] Information on breaks in the candidate's research work should be included in the CV.