Faculty of Physics Institute of Theoretical Physics

Organisation/Company University of Warsaw Department Faculty of Physics Institute of Theoretical Physics Research Field Physics » Chemical physics Physics » Computational physics Physics » Condensed matter properties Physics » Quantum mechanics Physics » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Poland Application Deadline 3 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

COMPETITION OPENING DATE DECEMBER 4, 2025

The planned employment will be realized within the project “Modeling of optically excited states in periodic and molecular systems with the self-consistent Greens function methods” financed by the NAWA Returns grant awarded by Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) of which Dominika Zgid is the Principal Investigator. The planned employment period is for 24 months.

The goal of the NAWA Returns project “Modeling of optically excited states in periodic and molecular systems with the self-consistent Greens function methods” (Principal Investigator: Dominika Zgid) is tosubstantially improve the modeling of neutral electronic excitations in materials and molecules with correlated electrons by refining new ab initio Green’s function methodologies that overcome the limitations of existing computational tools. By leveraging the latest advances in applied mathematics within Greens function formalism, this project will develop next‑generation computational tools capable of precise and efficient prediction of optical excitation spectra and thermodynamic properties. The expected outcomes include the creation of a Green’s function formalism suitable for routine calculations and amenable to systematic improvements. This formalism will be used to predict spectra and will be made publicly available as a computational code for neutral excited states in solids and molecules.

The candidate is expected to have expertise in the development of theoretical or numerical methods for solid‑state physics or theoretical chemistry. We also expect experience in programming, motivation and independence in solving scientific problems.

The candidates have to conform to the conditions stated in art. 113 of Higher Education Law dated 20.07.2018. (Journal of Laws of the Republic of Poland 2024, item 1571 with further amendments).

Where to apply

E-mail dominika.zgid@fuw.edu.pl

Requirements

Research Field Physics » Chemical physics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Physics » Computational physics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Physics » Quantum mechanics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Physics » Other Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We expect expertise in developing theoretical or numerical methods for solid‑state physics or theoretical chemistry. Useful experience includes:

(1)development of methods for description of electronic correlations in molecular systems or solids,

(2) knowledge of numerical aspects of Green’s function methods,

(3) familiarity with numerical techniques, and

(4) experience in method development within large software packages.

We also expect experience in programming, motivation and independence in solving scientific problems.

The call is open to persons meeting the conditions specified in art. 113 of the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science (Polish Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, as amended).

Specific Requirements

• Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, consolidated text)
• At the time of employment, the Candidate must hold a doctoral degree for no longer than 7 years (counting subsequent years from the year following the award of the doctoral degree). This period is extended by 1 year for each born or adopted child for women, and 1 year for each child for men, provided that they have taken breaks from work for at least 6 consecutive months. Furthermore, a 1-year extension is granted, regardless of gender, in the event of a break in research work for other reasons lasting at least 6 consecutive months.
• Substantial academic achievements
• Interest in the subject and motivation for research.
• Specialization in developing theoretical or numerical methods for the description of solids or for theoretical chemistry.
• Experience in the following areas will be beneficial:
• (1) development of methods for description of electronic correlations in molecular systems or solids,
• (2) knowledge of numerical aspects of Green’s functions,
• (3) familiarity with numerical methods,
• (4) development of methods within large software packages.
• Very good programming skills in C/C++, Python, Fortran, etc. are required.
• The candidate must have an excellent command of English.
• A PhD in physics, chemistry, or related sciences.
• Short description of future research plans (only required when invited for an interview).

International experience (eg. participation in conferences or scientific exchange programs).

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Physics » Chemical physicsPhysics » Computational physicsPhysics » Condensed matter propertiesPhysics » Quantum mechanicsPhysics » Other Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Additional Information

The work will be carried out at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, at the Faculty of Physics of the University of Warsaw together with the main contractor Dominika Zgid. Position for a period of 24 months.

You will be entitled to paid leave according to the Polish employment law, to social benefits and access to sports facilities for the employees of the University of Warsaw.

Basic remuneration of 6841,00 PLN gross/month and a bonus of 7200,00 PLN gross/month. The base salary is subjected to additional remuneration for the years of service. Additionally, once per year a bonus equal to the monthly salary.

Eligibility criteria

• Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, consolidated text)
• A PhD in physics, chemistry, or related sciences; the PhD should be obtained before starting employment and no earlier than seven years before the year of employment. This period may be extended in the event of parental leave or sick leave.
• Interest in the subject and motivation for research.
• Knowledge of quantum mechanics, expertise in development of theoretical and computational methods for solid state physics/condensed matter and/or quantum chemistry, and experience in programming.
• Substantial academic achievements .
• Criteria for the assessment of candidates in a competition:
• Assessment of preparation/qualifications relevant to the position based on previous scientific activity: 60 points.
• Evaluation of prior publications: 25 points.
• Evaluation of scientific experience (conference participation, presentations, etc.): 15 points.

A total of 100 points can be obtained.

Selection process

The competition consists of the following stages:

– Stage I - formal evaluation of documents,

– Stage II - substantive evaluation on the basis of submitted documents,

– Stage III - interview with selected candidates ,

– Stage IV - final evaluation of competence, experience and scientific achievements,

Stage V - adjudication of the competition and announcement of results.

2. Description of previous research experience (up to 3 pages), including a description of the most significant

scientific achievement

3. Short description of future research plans (only required when invited for an interview).

4. Information on the obtained or planned doctoral degree:

a) doctoral diploma or certificate of obtaining the doctoral degree; or

b) a statement of the planned date of obtaining the doctoral degree.

5. Recommendation letters from at least 2 independent researchers. These letters should be sent directly by the

6. Copies of other documents confirming the candidate’s qualifications.

As part of the employment process, the selected candidate is required to submit the original documents.

The candidates might be asked for an interview with the commission appointed by the Dean of the Faculty.

The entire procedure will be concluded before31.01.2026.Candidates will be individually notified ofthe competition results via email.

Candidates with disabilities or special needs may report their accessibility requirements for the recruitment process.

This announcement is the first step in the procedure of employing an academic teacher and its positive result will be a base for consecutive steps.

Information about the Internal Reporting Procedure at the University of Warsaw pursuant to the Act of June 14, 2024 on the procedure for whistleblowers:

The University of Warsaw has a procedure for reporting rights violations - Internal reporting procedure, attached to Ordinance No. 94 of the Rector of the University of Warsaw dated 17 September 2024 on the procedure for whistleblowers reporting cases of law violation at the University of Warsaw and for undertaking follow‑up actions, published and available in Monitor UW 2024, item 266.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics, Institute of Theoretical Physics Country Poland City Warsaw Postal Code 02-093 Street Pasteura 5 Geofield