**Call for Applications for a Doctoral position in a project founded by National Science Centre Poland**
**Polymer molecular weight, unresolved issue of polyamines biological activity**
Multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria pose a serious threat to our health and lives. In this project, we aim to explain why certain polyamines exhibit varying activity depending on the length of their chains. Understanding this phenomenon is crucial before antimicrobial polymers can be effectively used as antibiotics or in products such as antibacterial packaging or advanced wound dressing materials.
As part of the project, the PhD student will be responsible for synthesis of new monomers and polymers, as well as evaluating their biological activity. A key aspect will be understanding the mechanism behind the strong correlation between the polymer’s molecular weight and its biological activity. In this work, we plan to use various techniques related to bacterial cell imaging and polymer labeling using fluorescent tags.
Feel free to contact us to learn more:
dominik.janczewski@pw.edu.pl
**Requirements:**
– Completed master’s degree in chemistry, chemical technology, biotechnology, materials engineering, or a related field by no later than September 15, 2026.
– Strong motivation for work and a scientific career.
– Proficiency in English sufficient to utilize specialized literature and write scientific texts.
– Completed the recruitment process for the doctoral school at Warsaw University of Technology by no later than October 1, 2026.
– Proficiency in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, and/or biophysical research of lipid bilayer
**We Offer:**
– Work in an interdisciplinary team of enthusiasts, saving humanity from antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and attractive scholarship under the PW doctoral school [PW Doctoral School](https://sd.pw.edu.pl/) top up with a grant scholarship.
**Selection Process:**
1. Evaluation based on submitted documents (by July 21, 2026).
2. Interview with selected candidates (by July 26, 2026).
3. Qualification for the doctoral school (August – September 2026), only one candidate participates in the third stage.
4. Research work start date: October 2026.
**Required Documents:**
1. Cover letter, scientific CV with a list of publications (including the statement: “I consent to the processing of my personal data necessary for the recruitment process in accordance with the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27, 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 (GDPR).”);
2. Copy of the undergraduate degree diploma;
3. List of courses completed during studies with grades;
4. Contact details of a person who could provide a reference letter (e.g., master’s thesis supervisor).
Documents should be sent by email to dominik.janczewski@pw.edu.pl by July 21, 2026.