Fully Funded PhD and Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Chemistry at Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland (2026)

The Lichosyt Research Group at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences (IPC PAS), Warsaw, Poland is inviting applications from motivated researchers for Postdoctoral Researcher and PhD Candidate positions.

The positions offer an opportunity to work in an international research environment on advanced topics in catalysis, organic chemistry, reaction development, and molecular engineering.

Research Area

The selected researchers will contribute to projects related to:

• Catalytic reaction development
• Hydrofunctionalization chemistry
• Selectivity control in chemical transformations
• Mechanistic investigation of catalytic processes
• Sustainable approaches in organic synthesis

The current research direction includes designing improved catalytic systems to achieve highly selective chemical reactions with applications in areas such as pharmaceutical and materials synthesis.

Available Positions

1. Postdoctoral Researcher Position

The group is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher for the project:

“Smart Engineering of Catalysts for Hydrofunctionalization Reactions: From Selectivity Control to a Predictive Model”

Candidate profile:

Applicants should have:

• PhD degree in Chemistry or a closely related field
• Research experience in:
  
  • Catalysis
  • Synthetic organic chemistry
  • Reaction mechanism studies
  • Molecular synthesis

The position offers an opportunity to develop independent research expertise while working on advanced catalytic chemistry projects.

2. PhD Candidate Position

The group is also looking for a motivated PhD student interested in pursuing doctoral research in chemistry.

The PhD researcher will receive training in:

• Organic synthesis
• Catalytic methodology development
• Experimental research techniques
• Scientific writing and communication

This opportunity is suitable for graduates who want to build a career in academic research and chemical sciences.

Funding and Benefits

Selected researchers will receive:

Postdoctoral Researcher:

• Competitive salary approximately 13,230 PLN gross/month (~3,140 EUR)
• Research contract up to 24 months

PhD Candidate:

• PhD scholarship approximately 7,000 PLN/month

Additional benefits:

• Work in an international research environment
• Access to modern chemistry laboratories
• Opportunity for scientific publications
• Research training and professional development

 Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the research group directly.

Applicants should send:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Short motivation letter / cover letter
• Any relevant information about research experience and interests

Applications should be sent to: Dr. Dawid Lichosyt
Email: [email protected]

Candidates interested in visiting researcher opportunities should also send their CV and a short cover letter describing their research interests. 

Position Details

Institute: Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences (IPC PAS)
Research Group: Lichosyt Research Group
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Field: Chemistry / Catalysis / Organic Chemistry
Positions: Postdoctoral Researcher & PhD Candidate

About the Institute

The Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences (IPC PAS) is one of Poland’s leading research institutions, conducting internationally recognized research in chemistry, physics, and interdisciplinary science.

The Lichosyt Research Group operates within IPC PAS and focuses on innovative catalytic strategies and selective synthetic methodologies. 

Why Join IPC PAS, Warsaw?

The Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences is one of Poland’s leading research institutions, providing access to modern scientific infrastructure and an international research atmosphere.

Benefits include:

• International research environment
• Access to advanced laboratory facilities
• Opportunity to publish high-quality research
• Professional development through collaboration and scientific training