TEAM Positions for PhD Students
AGH University of Science and Technology
Faculty of Physics and Applied Computer Science
within the TEAM programme entitled:
"Atomic and molecular level devising of functional nanostructures
for magnetic and catalytic applications"
TEAM program is implemented by Foundation for Polish Science
through EU Structural Funds in Poland
within the framework of Operational Programme Innovative Economy
announces recruitment for:
PhD STUDENT
Job concerns growth and characterization of nanostructures for spintronic and catalytic aplications.
Topic of PhD thesis (start of the project: October 1, 2012):
- Metal-oxide superlattices as new materials for spintronic applications.
(details)
From candidates we expect:
- M.Sc. degree in one of domains: physics, technical physics, chemistry, physical chemistry or related,
- he/she will start PhD study in physics (at AGH),
- passion for research work,
- high grades during studies,
- good English skills.
We offer:
- attractive scientific topics,
- access to the modern research equipment,
- participation in broad international cooperation,
- stipend/salary 3000 PLN /month
Recruitment procedure:
Candidates fulfilling the above requirements should submit their applications before September 21, 2012 to the e-mail address: korecki@agh.edu.pl.
Applications should contain at least:
- CV,
- cover letter,
- copy of the M.Sc. diploma (or certificate of the predicted date of master's defence),
- list of scientific achievements (publications, conference contributions),
- additional information about English certificates, programming skills etc.
The cover letter (no longer than two pages) should indicate the candidate’s qualifications for the project's execution: he/she should point out how the former education (courses completed, skills acquired) make him/her a person most eligible for the project. A recommendation letter from master thesis tutor or other scientist is required.
The recruitment procedure takes into account: (with weight)
- Final grade of master studies and grades during PhD studies:(0 – 3)
- The adequacy of the candidate’s qualifications with the project (0 – 3)
- Scientific achievements: (0 – 1)
- The reference of the candidate's thesis tutor: (0 – 1)
- Additional qualifications useful for the execution of the project: (0 – 1)
- English certificate (FCE or equivalent and higher)) (0 – 1)
The selected candidate must have the status of the PhD student not later than October 1, 2012.
The selection process will be completed by September 25, 2012.
