The National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ) is inviting applications for a position

PhD student - scholarship 
(machine learning-driven modeling of metallic glasses)

Location: Otwock - Świerk - in the outskirts of Warsaw with daily transport services provided. 

NOMATEN Centre of Excellence (CoE) is formed through a scientific partnership between the National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ-Poland), the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA-France) and the Technical Research Centre of Finland (VTT-Finland). NOMATEN focuses research on the characterization, analysis and development of advanced multifunctional materials, specifically those designed to work in extreme conditions, with primary examples being radiation, high temperature and corrosion. 
More info about NOMATEN CoE and the detailed project descriptions at http://nomaten.ncbj.gov.pl

Job/tasks description:

• Conducting research on atomic scale dynamics in glasses and high entropy alloys using molecular dynamics.
  Developing machine learning models that predict material properties from atomic structure and guide the design of stable disordered materials.
• Interacting with the team working on metallic glasses including theorists.

Requirements:

• Master of Science in Physics

• Experience in theoretical and computational modeling is an advantage

• Student or doctoral candidate status in the field of materials engineering, mechanics, physics, or related fields

NCN scholarships may be awarded to individuals who are not PhD holders and participate in a doctoral programme studies or a doctoral school at any university in Poland;  

The recruitment for the NCBJ Doctoral School is currently open. Those interested in doctoral studies can submit their applications via the website: https://gradschool.ncbj.gov.pl/overview-2/ and choose the physics research topic No 1 under the name "Machine Learning-driven modeling of atomic dynamics in high entropy materials" (the candidate should first pass the entry exam in physics).

• Experience in the study of amorphous materials using the aforementioned experimental techniques, as well as collaboration with
   the numerical group, will be an additional asset.

• fluency in English, spoken and written;.

Our ambition is to build a team composed of world-leading researchers and young, highly motivated people who are passionate about multifunctional materials science.

We offer:

• 36 months scholarship of 5000 PLN per month on the project "Impact of Composition and Cooling Rate on Mechanical Properties of High Entropy Metallic Glasses" funded by the National Science Centre, Poland (SONATA BIS 13) (possibility of extension)

• Collaboration in international networks with research institutes and industrial companies. 

• Access to the research potential of NOMATEN’s three partners between NCBJ (Poland), CEA (France) and VTT (Finland). 

• Travel funds for participation in conferences and collaboration, attractive working conditions, atmosphere of teamwork, family-friendly environment with flexible working hours. support of an experienced local team in legal, financial and organisational issues as well as logistic support and advice related to working in Poland - enabling smooth relocation and equal opportunities.

The appointments are expected to commence in October 2025.

Required documents:

• Cover letter that explains the motivating factors for sholarship (max. 1 pp)

• CV with complete publication list 

• A list of 2 reference persons including their positions and contact details (e-mail address).

• A copy of the diploma (or other document) confirming obtaining MSc

• As an attachment to your application please sign and enclose the following declaration: I agree to the processing of my personal data included in this application for the needs necessary to carry out the recruitment.  

Contact:  dr. Silvia Bonfanti (silvia.bonfanti@ncbj.gov.pl) 

All applications should be sent by e-mail before September 26th, 2025 to:  magdalena.jedrkiewicz@ncbj.gov.pl (NCBJ HR manager).

dditional comments:
Submitted documents will not be returned. We will contact selected candidates.
 

Information in accordance with Article 13 RODO on the processing of personal data:

1. The Personal Data Controller of your personal data is the National Centre for Nuclear Research (hereinafter referred to as Controller or NCBJ) with its registered office in Otwock, 7 Andrzej Sołtan Street, 05-400 Otwock.
2. Your personal data will be processed for recruitment purposes on the basis of applicable law, including the Labour Code. Data not required by law, provided by you in your documents, will be processed on the basis of your consent. Your consent is given by the transfer of this data.
3. The full content of the information clause of Article 13 RODO is available at https://www.ncbj.gov.pl/en/gdpr

The National Centre for Nuclear Research is awarded by HR Excellence in Research”. Recruitment in NOMATEN is based on OTM-R system (Open, Transparent and Merit-based recruitment practices in Research Performing Organisations).