The National Centre for Nuclear Research opens the competition for the position of:

Professor
at the Division of Astrophysics (BP4)

nr ref.: BP4_373

Localization: Pasteura 7, 02-093 Warsaw

Description of tasks:

• managing the implementation of statutory tasks carried out in the Department of Astrophysics (BP4);
• searching for opportunities to acquire or participate in research projects financed from external sources;
• establishing and developing international cooperation, as well as participating in research projects with an international reach;
• conducting scientific work and publishing research results in recognized scientific journals;
• presenting results at international and national conferences, symposia and workshops;
• cooperation with members of the research team in an atmosphere of mutual respect and professionalism;
• compliance with the Institute's Work Regulations and applicable regulations in the field of: protection of classified and official information, work discipline, occupational health and safety, fire protection, protection against ionizing radiation.
   

Requirements for the candidate:

• academic title of professor
• well-established scientific achievements in the field of astrophysics corresponding to the Polish title of professor;
• well documented research achievements regarding properties of galaxies, in particular, the attenuation caused by dust in the intergalactic medium;
• extensive knowledge of new optical and infrared sky surveys;
• good command of English, both written and spoken, knowledge of other languages is desirable;
• experience in managing research projects and managing scientific teams;
• experience in working in international research teams;
• experience in obtaining external funds for research.

Additional assets:

• ability to lead and mentor young researchers within the team.

We offer:

• employment in one of the largest research Institute in Poland.
• good learning environment. Support of an experienced team.
• excellence with full research autonomy and being part of a diverse and supportive team of professionals.
• external and internal trainings in hard and soft skills as well as participation in conferences.
• a chance to make ones’ own mark by participation in the creation of a interesting and ambitious projects.
• work in Polish and international networks with research institutes and industrial companies.
• personal and professional development with diverse range of tasks and challenges.
• employment based on an employment contract.
• stable working conditions without overtimes and friendly atmosphere.
• additional annual salary and other social security benefits.
• working with cutting edge technology at one of the largest supercomputer centers in Poland.

Required documents: 

• Curriculum Vitae
• a scan/copy of degree diploma
• a cover letter that explains the motivating factors for considering the position (max. 1 pp)
• full publication list
• research statement
• research plans
• names and addresses of two recognized authorities in the field of astrophysics who, at NCBJ's request, could present their opinion on the candidate.

Contact: prof. Stanisław Mrówczyński  E-mail:Stanislaw.Mrowczynski@ncbj.gov.pl  

Applications in electronic form should be submitted to: magdalena.jedrkiewicz@ncbj.gov.pl

As an attachment to your application please sign & enclose the following declarations:

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