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International PhD in Chemistry Studies
at the Institute of Physical Chemistry
of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw, Poland

Graduates of Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, and related university faculties, holding a Master of Science or equivalent degree, both experimentalists and theoreticians of outstanding aptitudes and strong motivation for research work, are invited to join the International PhD in Chemistry Studies.

The admittance to the Studies is conditional on the result of the qualification interview. Last year M.Sc. students are also invited for the interview.

We propose interesting fundamental research topics combining physics and chemistry, including:

nanotechnology and physical chemistry of new materials;

photochemistry, photophysics and molecular spectroscopy;

physical chemistry of surfaces and interfaces, of solids, of soft matter, and of supramolecular complexes;

molecular and supramolecular physical chemistry;

chemical kinetics and catalysis;

thermodynamics and statistical mechanics;

quantum chemistry, mathematical modeling of phenomena, and molecular dynamics;

electrochemistry, including electrode processes, design of electrochemical bio- and chemosensors, and electrochemistry of materials;

astrochemistry.

Currently available PhD student positions

Program of the International PhD Studies

We offer:

high quality research opportunities
up-to-date research apparatus and computational facilities in recently renovated and modernized research laboratories, in particular specialized laboratories;
scientific collaboration with renowned research centers in Poland, and in the EU states, USA and Japan;
scientific and research training in Poland and abroad as part of the International PhD Studies;
reasonably light teaching duties;
frequent contacts with research supervisors;
friendly and encouraging atmosphere.

The Studies last four years. Program of the International PhD Studies is prepared individually for each PhD student on the basis of the Regulations of the International PhD Studies. Monthly remuneration of a PhD student depends on the progress of research work. Nonresident students are entitled to accommodation allowance. The Institute offers rooms in its own student hostel at reasonable prices. The best graduates from the International PhD Studies are referred to postdoctoral positions abroad and after their return they are given priority of employment in the Institute.

Depending on the education profile of the candidate, the qualification interview covers fundamentals of chemistry or physics in the scope of appropriate courses at higher education institutions and test in the English language consisting in the translation of a simple English text relating to chemistry or physics into the Polish language. Qualification interviews are held once a quarter - the nearest interview on 21 May 2012, at 9 a.m. Candidates interested in the interview are requested to contact the Secretariat of the Institute earlier, from Monday to Friday 8.00-15.00.

Terms and conditions of recruitment to the International PhD Studies

Secretariat
Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences
01-224 Warsaw, Kasprzaka 44/52
Tel.: +(48 22) 343-3133
Fax: +(48 22) 632-5276 or +(48 22) 343-3333
E-mail:

barbara@ichf.edu.pl

dand@ichf.edu.pl

and submit all the documents required at least two weeks before the qualification interview.
Good luck!

Forms to fill for PhD students: (see also forms in Polish)

Individual program of the International PhD Studies (DOC)
Declaration (DOC, ZIP)
PhD Student Certificate (DOC, ZIP)
Evaluation of presentation at the PhD student seminar (DOC, ZIP)
Semester, annual report (DOC, ZIP)
PhD student's completion card (DOC) [4/2012]
Final report (DOC, ZIP)
Title page of a doctoral dissertation (DOC, ZIP)
Opinion on the doctoral dissertation (DOC, ZIP)
Commencement of the conferment (DOC, ZIP)

Questions for the examination after the second year of the International PhD in Chemistry Studies (PDF)

Guide to doctoral examinations in philosophy

List of PhD Students

Seminars of the International PhD in Chemistry Studies

Lecture courses 2011/2012

Funding opportunities for PhD researchers and PhD students

How to efficiently write a research paper

Audio-visual system in the Institute

Rules of order of the PhD students' hostel (PDF)

Mrs. Monika Kuczyńska-Wydorska, PhD, can assist you in various matters associated with your participation in the International PhD in Chemistry Studies:
in matters associated with your stay in Warsaw, with the administrative arrangements (visa or permit to stay in case of the international students, insurance) and organisation of your study.
She will provide you with information on subjects of your interest and enable contacts with persons in charge.

Telephone: 022 343 3236
Email: mon@ichf.edu.pl
Room: 216/218, building 7a, first floor.