Candidate for the position of: Assistant Professor Department of Microeconomics and Applied Eco

MARIA CURIE-SKLODOWSKA UNIVERSITY IN LUBLIN

Organisation/Company MARIA CURIE-SKLODOWSKA UNIVERSITY IN LUBLIN Research Field Economics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Final date to receive applications 4 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Oct 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

Requirements:

• a PhD in the social sciences, specialising in economics and finance
• teaching experience in delivering courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics and the digital economy, including in English and using modern teaching methods (e.g. problem-based learning, design thinking)
• research output since obtaining the PhD
• publications in the discipline of economics and finance, including in the areas of innovation, competitiveness and digital transformation (articles, chapters in monographs, monographs)
• meeting the requirements set forth in the Law on Higher Education and Science (Art. 113) and the UMCS Statutes (§ 79)

Research Field Economics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• experience in presenting research findings at international conferences in English
• fluency (spoken and written) in Polish and a foreign language (preferably English at a minimum B2 level)
• experience in securing funding for research or teaching projects

experience in organisational work and a proven track record of active participation in academic life

Specific Requirements

Required Documents:

• a copy of the PhD degree certificate
• a list of publications and academic achievements
• a list of teaching and organisational achievements
• references and an assessment of suitability for research and teaching are welcome
• Performance bonuses, allowances, and Rector's Awards for outstanding achievements
• Subsidized stays at the UMCS Training and Recreation Center in Kazimierz Dolny
• Access to sports and medical packages on preferential terms
• Social benefits: holiday allowance, autumn-winter financial assistance, subsidies for children’s summer camps/holidays, and social loans
• Subsidies for prescription glasses
• Psychological counseling services provided by the Psychological Counseling Center at the Office for People with Disabilities and Psychological Support
• Discounted entry to the UMCS Botanical Garden
• Discounts on sports activities at the UMCS Physical Culture Center
• Discounted swimming lessons at the AZS UMCS Champions Academy
• Internal training and professional development workshops

Eligibility criteria

Working Conditions:

• Employment contract from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027
• Primary place of employment

• The results of the competition will be announced by September 11, 2026
• Originals or certified copies of documents are required to sign the employment contract.
• The outcome of the competition does not result in the establishment of an employment relationship.
• The University reserves the right to cancel the competition without providing any reasons.
• The decision on employment is made by the Rector.
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