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We are seeking an outstanding candidate for the position of Assistant Professor in the field of chemistry, with a particular focus on the chemistry of ionized systems. The successful candidate will conduct independent theoretical and experimental research on the dynamics of ionized systems and play an active role in the development, implementation, and coordination of research projects within the department. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic research environment and collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams.

Remuneration: statutory salary, funded by a statutory grant from the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IChF PAN), plus benefits in the form of a healthcare package, financial support for holidays, leisure, tourism, cultural, educational and sporting activities, and the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus+ programme.

Other: employment with a stable and reputable institution; access to research infrastructure; a dynamic and interdisciplinary working environment within an international research team.

• University degree in chemistry, together with a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in chemical sciences, in the discipline of chemistry;
• Demonstrated knowledge and research experience in the chemistry of ionized systems, with particular expertise in the design of experimental setups for investigating the dynamics of ionized systems, as well as experience in the quantum chemical modeling of these processes;
• Experience in leading a research project awarded through a competitive process within the last 5 years prior to the date of this call for applications. This period may be extended by the duration of any long-term (over 90 days) documented sick leave or rehabilitation benefits due to incapacity for work. In addition, this period may be extended by the number of months spent on leave for the care and upbringing of children, granted in accordance with the provisions of the Labour Code, and in the case of women – for example, by 18 months for each child born or adopted, if this method of accounting for breaks in the research career is more favourable to the female candidate;
• Experience in the academic supervision of undergraduate and/or graduate students and/or PhD candidates;
• Proficiency in spoken and written English sufficient to conduct independent research;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

• Creativity, as demonstrated by the quality and quantity of scientific publications in chemistry of ionized systems, in which the candidate is the first author, corresponding author, or a major contributing author;
• Research mobility, demonstrated through research stays, changes in research profile, and collaboration with international research institutions;
• Number of citations of the candidate’s publications, with particular emphasis on those in which the candidate is the first author, corresponding author, or a major contributing author;
• Experience in leading research projects, demonstrated by publications arising from these projects, as well as a proven ability to secure competitive research funding;
• Teaching experience.