Competition for the position of PROFESSOR in the Department of Polymeric Nano-Materials

Director of the Centre of Molecular and Macromolecular Studies Polish Academy of Sciences in Lodz announces competition for the position of PROFESSOR in the Department of Polymeric Nano-Materials.

The position is connected with research in the field of physico-chemistry of polymer materials, including phenomena occurring in these materials, their structure and properties, with emphasis on hybrid materials and nanomaterials, in particular containing organosilicon structures.

1. The main objectives of the research will include:

• Research in the field of physico-chemistry of polymer materials, including phenomena occurring in these materials, their structure and properties, with emphasis on hybrid materials and nanomaterials, in particular containing organosilicon structures.
• Development of current and exploring new fields of research.
• Leading a research team working in the field specified above.
• Development of the methodology and training of scientific personnel
• Supervision of doctoral theses.
• Acquiring funds for research and new research equipment.
• Active participation in the development of scientific research in the Department of Polymeric Nano-Materials and in increasing the publications achievements of CMMS.

2. Conditions required from the candidate:

• Title of professor in physics, chemistry, technical or related sciences.
• Documented scientific achievements in the field of physico-chemistry of polymer materials preferably concerning the areas mentioned above in point 1 (publications in journals from Philadelphia List with high Impact Factor, and patents).
• Participation in international conferences, including invited lectures.
• Experience in leading a research team and supervising of Ph.D. students.
• Experience in collaboration with other research groups.
• Documented experience in acquiring funds for research, grant applications and leadership of research projects.
• Demonstrated reviewing activity (participation in editorial committees of journals, experience in reviewing of journal articles, reviews for domestic and foreign grant institutions).

3. Required documents. Qualified researchers interested in applying for the position should submit the following documents:

• Application
• CV/academic biography
• Description of previous research work and achievements
• List of publications and other achievements
• Copy of the professor’s nomination
• Two recommendations from professors or associate professors.

4. Required documents should be sent to CMMS PAS, Scientific Secretary Office, Sienkiewicza 112, 90-363 Lodz, Poland, with a note on the envelope “Konkurs na profesora – DNMP-3” until 09.01.2023
5.  Result will be announced before 23.01.2023
   
6. During the competition procedure, candidates may be asked to present their achievements in the form of a seminar at CMMS PAS.
7. The selected candidate will be employed in accordance with the provisions of the Polish Labour Law for an indefinite or definite period.
8. We reserve the right to cancel the competition without giving a reason.

For further information, please contact Scientific Secretary Office of CMMS PAS, phone: + 48 42 6803232, e-mail: or prof. Ewa Piorkowska-Galeska, coordinator of Department of Polymeric Nano-Materials, phone: +48 42 6803 316, e-mail:

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