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PhD student position in epistemic & semantic commitments, Warsaw (Poland), Deadline: 30 Apr 2021

OPEN CALL FOR A FULLY FUNDED PHD POSITION (4 YEARS)
within the framework of the grant MAESTRO 2019/34/A/HS1/00399,
financed by National Science Center (Narodowe Centrum Nauki), Poland

HOST INSTITUTION: the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Warsaw, Poland
PROJECT TITLE: Epistemic and semantic commitments of foundational theories
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Prof. Cezary Cie?li?ski, Faculty of
Philosophy, University of Warsaw, Poland.
PROJECT WEBSITE: https://commitments-project.com/

REQUIREMENTS:
? Master?s degree in a field relevant to the project (preferably in
mathematical or philosophical logic or set theory. In particular,
familiarity with axiomatic theories of truth counts as a plus.) In
case of candidates without the Master?s degree, a signed letter from
their supervisor is required, stating that the graduation will take
place before the deadline specified by the Doctoral School.
? Very good speaking and writing command of English.
? Strong interest in logic.
? Strong motivation for scientific work.
? Very good problem-solving skills.
? Good social and organizational skills.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
? The candidate's primary responsibility will be to conduct research
and write a PhD thesis.
? The position starts on October 1st, 2021 and lasts for a maximum of
four years.
? Important:  After successful recruitment, the candidate will have to
obtain the status of a PhD student at the University of Warsaw (either
at the Doctoral School of Humanities or at the Interdisciplinary
Doctoral School) according to standing procedures. For details, visit
https://szkolydoktorskie.uw.edu.pl/en/.
? Total remuneration: PLN 7371 gross per month for the first two
years; PLN 8653 gross per month in the final two years. The
remuneration has two components:
      (a) Doctoral school scholarship in the amount of PLN 2371.70
monthly for the first two years of studies (before the mid-term
evaluation) and PLN 3653.70 in the next two years after the mid-term
evaluation. Supplement for people with disabilities: PLN 711.51.  From
this amount mandatory medical insurance contribution is subtracted
(around 11%). The scholarship amount is regulated by the Ministry of
Science and Higher Education and may be subject to change. Note: If
you already hold a PhD degree, you will not be eligible for this part
of remuneration.
     (b) NCN project scholarship, which amounts to PLN 5000 monthly for 4 years.
? In the project there is also a budget for conference and research
travel and a provision for the necessary equipment (e.g., a laptop
computer).
? The candidate will have a right to use a number of campus
facilities, such as the sports facilities and the library.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION APPLICATIONS: 2021-04-30

CONTACT: c.cieslinski@uw.edu.pl

FOR MORE DETAILS concerning the application procedure, visit
https://commitments-project.com/positions/
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