The Institute of Geological Sciences of the Polish Academy of Sciences is a scientific institution representing the mainstream of Polish basic research in Earth and environmental sciences. Currently, the Institute specializes in geosystem research, with particular emphasis on interactions between the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere in the domain of geological time. The research also covers the objects of cosmic matter whose origin and evolution have significantly influenced and still influences the development of our planet.
Recruitment for the GeoPlanet Doctoral School by July 31, 2026
Studies last 4 years and begin on October 1, 2026. During the 4 years, students must take specific courses and lectures (including interdisciplinary lectures), participate in seminars, and prepare the doctoral thesis. All workshops and lectures are in English.
The regulations of the doctoral school, including the program of the Studies, are here: https://geoplanetschool.camk.edu.pl/doctoral-school/regulations/
Information about the proposed research topics and their supervisors is attached to this announcement. Candidates can apply for one topic and should indicate it in the application. Before applying, candidates should contact their potential supervisors to obtain more details on the proposals.
Students in the doctoral school receive a scholarship for the period of 4 years. The amount of scholarship is set in the Law on higher education and science and is currently 3.570,50 PLN/month, gross (ca. 3.168,46 PLN/month net), before the mid-term evaluation (years 1–2) and 5.500,50 PLN/month, gross (ca. 4.881,14 PLN/month, net), after the positive mid-term evaluation (years 3–4).
Projects:
ISOBASE - Variability of carbon nad nitrogen isotopic baselines in Quaternary terrestrial ecosystems
Projects completed
SKIP - Stable potassium isotope fractionation by phyllosilicates
