Assistant Professor (Postdoc) in Philosophy
Assistant Professor (Postdoc) in Philosophy
at the
Jagiellonian University
, Institute of Philosophy, Faculty of Philosophy, in Cracow, Poland.
This is a
postdoctoral research position
(Recognised Researcher R2) in a project focused on
early modern philosophy of the 17th and 18th centuries
and the
philosophy of the Enlightenment
. The project team is examining, in particular, the question of
religion and its Enlightenment critique
as a useful illusion, together with the political significance of historical and revealed religion, especially through the writings of
Immanuel Kant
.
The project leader is
dr hab. Anna Tomaszewska, prof. UJ
. Researchers joining the “
Enlightenment and Publicity
” project are expected to develop an in-depth analysis of themes in the
philosophy of religion of the late Enlightenment
that are directly relevant to the project’s central questions. The project website is provided for more background information.
The appointment is
temporary
,
part-time
(20 hours per week), with
two positions available
. The starting date is
2 November 2026
. The application deadline is
10 September 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
.
Funding details include a basic gross salary in the range of
3,680.00–4,490.00 PLN
, plus co-financing for
summer holidays
and
winter holidays
, along with access to university benefits such as sports and medical packages, insurance, and research infrastructure.
Eligibility requires a
doctoral degree or equivalent
, relevant scientific achievements, and active participation in scientific life. Strongly preferred are publications in reputable international journals or other publishing venues on a topic related to the project, as well as participation in international conferences and/or research projects aligned with the same theme. Good English proficiency is required.
Applicants should prepare the full set of required documents, including CV, personal questionnaire, doctoral/habilitation diploma copy, evidence of academic achievements, declarations required by the university, and a
500–800 word description of planned research
. Applications should be submitted by email to the project leader. An optional recommendation from an independent researcher may strengthen the application.
