1. Very good knowledge of X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD) and infrared spectroscopy (IR) methods.

   2.  Certified trainings in analytical methods.

   3.  Documented scientific activity, including co-authorship of at least 5 publications in journals with an impact factor (IF).

   4.  Knowledge of the PN-EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018 laboratory quality management system standard and ICH guidelines.

   5.  Very good knowledge of the Polish language (fluent reading and writing, filling out official documents).

   6.  Active command of English.

7. Ability to perform tests and interpret results in pharmaceutical analysis using classical and instrumental methods (including XRPD, IR, UV, HPLC, mechanical testing and dissolution testing).

8.  Ability to conduct scientific work: literature review, method development, interpretation of XRPD diffractograms, writing publications, and grants.

9.  Good work organization, reliability, and independence in performing duties.

10. Continuous scientific development by keeping abreast of current chemical and pharmaceutical literature and active participation in training courses, seminars, and conferences;

1. PhD in pharmaceutical or chemical sciences;

2. At least 5 years of experience working in an analytical laboratory and in the quality control of medicines and medical devices.

3.  Experience in pharmaceutical analysis using classical and instrumental methods (including XRPD, IR, UV, HPLC, and dissolution testing).

4.  Professional experience in investigating unknown structures and new psychoactive substances, and in analysing falsified medicines.

5.  Experience participating in and leading research projects.

6.  Experience teaching modern instrumental analysis to Master's degree students and actively supervising interns.

1. Full-time position.

2. Career and professional development in a prestigious scientific institution.

3. Social package.

4. Unique career pathway.

1. CV;

2. Copies of documents confirming education and work experience;

3. Copies of documents confirming academic achievements, including publications;

4. Declaration of consent to the processing of personal data for the purposes of the recruitment process in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation) of 27 April 2016 (OJ L 119, p. 1) and the Personal Data Protection Act of 10 May 2018 (consolidated text: Journal of Laws of 2019, item 1781); 5. Declaration of full enjoyment of public rights and no criminal record for intentional crimes or intentional tax offenses; 6. Contact information (including email address).

Applications, in a sealed envelope, marked "Application for the position of postdoctoral at the National Institute of Medicines – LF," should be submitted between September 28, 2026, and October 9, 2026, by 10:00 AM, to the National Institute of Medicines (NIL), ul. Chełmska 30/34, 00-725 Warsaw, 3rd floor, room 346 (international candidates may apply electronically to: kadry@nil.gov.pl).

Candidates will be notified via email of their qualification for the second stage, the interview, and the date of the recruitment meeting, no later than two weeks after the application deadline.

The competition may be cancelled without providing a reason. Based on the evaluation of submitted documents and an interview, a candidate will be selected. Following the competition, the candidate's candidacy will be reviewed by the Scientific Council. The Director of the National Institute of Law and Administration (NIL) will decide on employment, working conditions, and remuneration.

In accordance with the obligation arising from Article 13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation), hereinafter referred to as the GDPR, we would like to inform you that we process the personal data you provide in accordance with the principles described below.

1. PERSONAL DATA CONTROLLER

The controller of your personal data is the National Medicines Institute, with its registered office in Warsaw (00-725), ul. Chełmska 30/34,

KRS number: 0000140680, email address: sekretariat@nil.gov.pl, hereinafter referred to as "NIL" or the "Institute."

2. CONTACT REGARDING PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING

For all matters concerning the processing of your personal data and your related rights, you can contact us by post at: National Medicines Institute, ul. Chełmska 30/34, 00-725 Warsaw, or by email: iod@nil.gov.pl.

3. PURPOSE OF PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING

We process all personal data you provide to us for the purpose of conducting the recruitment process for the position(s) you have selected, and if you have also consented to participate in future recruitment processes – for your participation in any future recruitment processes for the position(s) you have selected or a similar position. We process the following personal data: first name(s) and last name, date of birth, mailing address, email address, telephone number, education, and data regarding your previous employment history based on a legal obligation incumbent on the personal data controller (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter c of the GDPR in conjunction with Article 221 of the Labor Code).

We process the remaining personal data you provided us with in your application documents (including your PESEL number, image, or other additional data, if you chose to provide it to us) based on your consent (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter c of the GDPR).

4. PERSONAL DATA STORAGE PERIOD

Your personal data will be processed for a period of 6 months from the date you submitted your application and provided your consent.

In addition, if you have also consented to participate in future recruitment processes, your data will be processed by us for a period of 12 months from the date you submitted your application and provided your consent. However, in the case of your personal data processed solely based on your consent – ​​for the duration of the recruitment process you have chosen, or for a shorter period if you withdraw your consent to their processing before its completion.

5. CANDIDATE RIGHTS REGARDING PERSONAL DATA

The processing of your personal data, which you provided to us in your application documents, is based on your consent and is voluntary. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at iod@nil.gov.pl. Withdrawing your consent does not affect the lawfulness of the processing we carried out based on your consent before its withdrawal.

In accordance with the GDPR, you have the right to:

• receive information regarding NIL's processing of your personal data and a copy thereof;

• transfer the personal data you provided;

• request rectification of your personal data;

• request erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten");

• request restriction of the processing of your personal data.

If you wish to exercise the above rights, you can submit your request to us by post to the address provided in point 2.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority, i.e., the President of the Personal Data Protection Office.