Requirements:

1. Possession of at least a master's degree or a master's degree in engineering (preferred fields of study: technical informatics and telecommunications, computer science, safety engineering).
2. Proven scientific achievements (publications in national and international journals, presentations at conferences, participation in scientific and R&D projects) in the area of cybersecurity, security in the use of new technologies, taking into account social and technological aspects of cybersecurity and a human-centric cybersecurity approach.
3. A clear vision of interesting research directions concerning technological and social aspects of cybersecurity and human-centered approaches to cybersecurity, supported by knowledge of the current state of the art in this field.
4. Knowledge of contemporary research methodologies used in the field of HCI and HCC, with a particular emphasis on quantitative methods.
5. Familiarity with tools that enable independent data analysis (e.g., R, Python, SPSS).
6. Familiarity with tools for creating reports, presentations, and publications (e.g., LaTeX, RMarkdown).
7. Ability to work with scientific literature (e.g., monitoring databases, creating systematic reviews).
8. Very good knowledge of Polish (min. B2 level) and fluency in English.
9. Willingness to continue scientific development in the discipline of technical computer science and telecommunications.

Will be treated as an advantage:

1. Experience in conducting applied and industrial research, aimed at practical use of results.
2. Experience in conducting user research (e.g., planning and conducting experiments, usability tests, interviews).
3. Experience and scientific knowledge regarding R&D issues related to contemporary paradigms of cybersecurity education.
4. Academic internships in renowned research centers.

Application should include:

1. a curriculum vitae containing a description of the candidate's scientific achievements, in particular:
2. a list of research projects in which the candidate/candidate has participated, including the role of the candidate/candidate in the project;
3. list of publications;
4. list of positions held.
5. a motivation letter addressed to the Director of NASK - PIB, containing, in particular, an outline of the vision of the future research directions, no more than 2 pages of A4 format;
6. a statement of consent to the processing of personal data for recruitment purposes,
7. copies of educational evidence.

An offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon eligibility for employment in Poland. Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Deadline for submitting the applications: 19th May 2025

Deadline for settlement of the competition: 23rd May 2025

What we offer:

• Research work in a rapidly developing department.
• Scientific cooperation with the best research centers in the world.
• Influence on the research agenda and the possibility of realizing one's own scientific ambitions.
• Cooperation in many ambitious national and international research projects.
• Comfortable scientific working conditions in a hybrid mode.
• Attractive employee benefits, including a quarterly bonus scheme.
• Competitive salaries: PLN 9,000 – 12,000 gross.
• Full-time employment.

Living in the Area

Warsaw is the administrative, political and financial capital of Poland. Excellent accessibility, an array of talented, capable and educated young people, rapidly growing GDP and high quality of life make Warsaw the most attractive business destination in the CEE region. With two international airports, Warsaw is connected to 65 countries and more than 120 cities. Warsaw is also an important point on the global meetings map and often hosts major international events. Warsaw is a modern European metropolis that is open to the needs of its residents. Investments undertaken in recent years have focused on a number of areas, such as culture, education, sports and recreation, with the common goal of raising the quality and standard of living of Varsovians. Warsaw is a city that is changing with its residents and for its residents.

Additional information:

https://www.euraxess.pl/poland/information-assistance