Assistant (WE20)
Opportunity Overview Silesian University of Technology in Gliwice, Poland, is offering an assistant research position in automation, electronics, electrical engineering, and space technologies. The role combines research and teaching duties, and it is open to candidates who meet the requirements of Poland's Act of July 20, 2018, the Law on Higher Education and Science. This is a competitive academic appointment at one of Poland's oldest and most respected technical universities. Silesian University of Technology was founded in 1945 and has grown into one of the country's leading engineering institutions. It enrolls around 15,000 students across its faculties and has strong ties to industry in the Silesian region, historically Poland's industrial heartland. The university operates several research centers and collaborates with partners across Europe on applied engineering projects. Its Faculty of Automatic Control, Electronics, and Computer Science, where this position likely sits, is known for work in control systems, embedded electronics, and space-related technologies. Gliwiec, where the university is based, is a mid-sized city in southern Poland with a population of roughly 180,000. It sits within the Silesian metropolitan area, so you get access to a large urban region while living in a more manageable city. The cost of living is noticeably lower than in Warsaw or Krakow, with modest rent for a one-bedroom apartment and affordable food and transport. Winters are cold and snowy, summers are warm, and the city has a lively student scene. International researchers will need to arrange a work permit and residence registration, though the university's HR office typically guides new staff through the process. This position suits someone with a completed master's degree in a relevant engineering field who wants to build an academic career. It is a stepping stone toward a PhD, with teaching responsibilities alongside research. The competition is formal and regulated by Polish higher education law, so the selection process is structured and transparent. Benefits - Full-time employment contract with Silesian University of Technology - Salary paid monthly according to Polish university pay scales for academic staff - Opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree while employed - Access to university research laboratories and equipment - Support for conference travel and research publications - Enrollment in the Polish social security and public health insurance system - Paid annual leave as per Polish labor law Eligibility - Open to individuals intending to conduct research and teaching in automation, electronics, electrical engineering, or space technologies - Must meet the requirements of the Act of July 20, 2018, Law on Higher Education and Science of Poland - Master's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline required - Must be eligible to work in Poland or willing to obtain the necessary work authorization - Proficiency in English required for research and teaching duties - Knowledge of Polish is an advantage, particularly for teaching undergraduate courses Required Documents - Application letter addressed to the Rector of Silesian University of Technology - Curriculum vitae detailing education, research experience, and publications - Copy of master's degree diploma - Personal questionnaire as required by Polish academic hiring procedures - Statement confirming no criminal record relevant to academic employment - Declaration of consent to process personal data for the recruitment process How to Apply 1. Prepare all required documents, including your CV, diploma, and application letter. 2. Submit your complete application package to the university's HR department by the competition deadline. 3. Click the Apply button below to submit your application.