Post-doc- Zasady dysput

1 Sep 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences

Research Field

Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Positions

PhD Positions

Application Deadline

12 Oct 2026 - 16:00 (Europe/Warsaw)

Country

Poland

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

ca. 40

Offer Starting Date

1 Dec 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

Application requirements:

cover letter showing strong motivation to undertake the job (max. 700 words, in Polish or English);

curriculum vitae – CV (in Polish or English);

one publication (an academic journal article or book chapter);  

copy of PhD certificate.

 

 

Job description: 

Work in research project Rules of Disputations and European Theories of Disagreement from a Polish-Lithuanian Perspective (1500-1795). Early Modern Views on Cognitive Diversity as a Means to Address Scientific Polarization, funded by the National Science Center, Poland (DEC -2025/59/B/HS1/03210).

A popular science description of the project is

available at: 

 

https://ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/listy-rankingowe/2026-06-11-kioT82zx/streszczenia/665445-en.pdf

 

Additional information about the planned scope of activities in the project can be obtained by contacting

[email protected]

 

The tasks of the person employed in the post-doctoral position will include:

Conduct research on theories of argumentation in the texts that make up the project’s primary source corpus, with particular attention to the strategies attributed to good and bad disputants; 

Contribute to the development of the project’s theoretical framework, e.g., by bringing the early modern theories identified through the research into dialogue with contemporary debates (e.g. on scientific theories and scientific controversies); 

Work with the other members of the research team on the editing and/or translation of key texts; 

Prepare interim research reports and academic publications; 

Present research findings at academic conferences; 

Communicate the project’s findings to a broader audience, e.g., by contributing to the development and maintenance of the project website, disseminating the research through the media, and co-authoring a report aimed at a wider audience; 

Contribute to the administrative and organizational activities associated with the project, including regular project team meetings (remote participation will be possible for most meetings).

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Requirements

Research Field

Other

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

High level of autonomy and excellent work organization

Specific Requirements

A PhD in the humanities; 

A research record evidenced by academic publications; 

International research experience, such as participation in international conferences, research stays or fellowships, or collaboration in international research teams; 

Advanced proficiency in Latin, demonstrated by a relevant academic degree and/or research and publication record; 

Fluency in English, both spoken and written, including the ability to write to an academic standard;

Meeting requirements set forth by the funding agency: (a) PhD received no earlier than January 1, 2014 (exceptions apply in case of longer sick leaves and parental leaves); (b) PhD received from an academic institution other than the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology of the Polish Academy of Sciences (OR at least a 9-months long research stay at an academic institution abroad during or after PhD studies).

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits

9000 PLN gross per month

Eligibility criteria

PhD required

Selection process

The complete application must be received via email to 

[email protected] and [email protected]

(subject: Konkurs post-doc – Zasady dysput) 

by October 12, 2026

 

The selection process will consist of two stages. In the first stage, the Recruitment Committee will evaluate candidates based on their submitted documents. The highest-rated candidates will be invited to an interview for the second stage. The interviews will be held between October 19 and 23, 2026 remotely. Results will be announced by October 26, 2026.

 

Please consult the full job offer at: https://ifispan.pl/category/oferty-pracy/konkursy/

Additional comments

Competences that are welcome (not obligatory):

experience working with early modern or medieval texts, particularly on theories of argumentation (including, but not necessarily limited to, the history of epistemology, history of logic, or history of rhetoric);

knowledge of the cultural history of Central and Eastern Europe, particularly the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth;

experience working with early printed books and manuscripts.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Institute of Philosophy and Sociology Polish Academy of Sciences

Country

Poland

State/Province

mazowieckie

City

Warszawa

Postal Code

00-330

Street

Nowy Świat 72

Geofield

Contact

City

Warsaw

Website

http://www.ifispan.pl

Street

Nowy Świat 72

Postal Code

00-330

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED

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