Professor of the Institute at MAB NOMATEN

NOMATEN Centre of Excellence (CoE) is formed through a scientific partnership between
the National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ-Poland), the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA-France) and the Technical Research Centre of Finland (VTT-Finland)
with joint financial support from the Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) and the European Commission. It is currently composed of 5 Research Groups and is directed by Mikko Alava.

More about NOMATEN CoE and the detailed project descriptions at http://nomaten.ncbj.gov.pl

NCBJ opens the competition for the position of

Professor of the Institute

at MAB NOMATEN

Localization: Otwock / Świerk  (Company transport from Warsaw, Otwock, Garwolin  to Świerk and backwards).

Description of tasks:

The successful candidate will conduct scientific research or development works in the field
of computational studies of advanced functional materials in terms of their mechanical and general properties and understanding of the microstructure in determining such properties, analysis and interpretation of data from conducted experiments at NOMATEN CoE.

The candidate is expected to build, within the structures of the Department, her/his own research group dedicated to the above-mentioned topics, and shall actively pursue research grants devoted to these domains.  He/she is also expected to help build the scientific excellence of NOMATEN CoE

The candidate is expected to:

• Having the title of dr. hab in the field of physical sciences.
• Significant achievements in simulating material behavior and performance in mechanical loading applications for nuclear and non-nuclear applications.
• Expertise in characterizing deuterium/hydrogen retention and storage in metallic and conditioned carbon surfaces for advanced plasma-facing materials for fusion and nuclear applications.
• Extensive knowledge in computational methods including Ab-Initio DFT, self-consistent-charge density-functional tight-binding method, CPD modeling, and large scale MD with machine learning and reaxFF approaches, as well as experience in multiscale modeling, mechanical characterization, workflow design, the study of optical and electronic properties of doped organic nano-structured 2D materials. Capacity for direct collaboration with experimentalist groups is expected.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good English - proficiency in both speech and writing.
• Experience working in international research teams are required.

We offer:

• Gross Salary - 13 000 – 18 000 PLN (per month (at current exchange rate 2800  – 3900 € per month); the details in each case depend on qualifications and experience, and the compensation is composed of the base salary, seniority addition, functional addition and project bonus).

Read more about contributions in Poland at https://www.ncbj.gov.pl/en/hrcareer/contributions-poland

• Work in international networks with research institutes and industrial companies.
• Access to the research potential of NOMATEN’s three partners between NCBJ (Poland), CEA (France) and VTT (Finland).
• Travel funds for participation in conferences and collaboration, attractive working conditions, atmosphere of teamwork, family-friendly environment with flexible working hours, support of an experienced local team in legal, financial and organisational issues as well as logistic support and advice related to working in Poland - enabling smooth relocation and equal opportunities

Documents required:

• CV
• list of publications
• a description of scientific output/achievements
• confirmation of obtaining the title of dr. hab
• a research and career plan
• any other documents that might influence the assessment

Contact: prof. Mikko Alava, mikko.alava@ncbj.gov.pl

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

Position starts on: November 2nd, 2023

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

I agree to the processing of my personal data included in this application for the needs necessary to carry out the recruitment.

INFORMATION CLAUSE ON PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING:

1. The controllers of the personal data processed during the recruitment process are:

1. National Centre for Nuclear Research, ul.Andrzeja Sołtana 7, 05-400 Otwock and
2. Foundation for Polish Science, ul. I. Krasickiego 20/22, 02-611 Warszawa.

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   1. Personal Data Protection Officer, National Centre for Nuclear Research, Sołtana 7, 05-400 Otwock, Poland
   2. iod@ncbj.gov.pl
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The National Centre for Nuclear Research is awarded by “HR Excellence in Research”. Recruitment in NOMATEN is based on OTM-R system (Open, Transparent and Merit-based recruitment practices in Research Performing Organisations).