Postdoctoral Researcher in Textile Technology and Materials Science at the University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology – Croatia

Summary

The University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology in Croatia is inviting applications for a full-time, four-year fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher position within the Department of Materials, Fibres and Textile Testing. The role sits in the scientific field of Textile Technology under Technical Sciences. Candidates must hold a PhD or an equivalent qualification, meet Croatian statutory requirements for research roles, and demonstrate C2-level proficiency in the Croatian language if they are foreign nationals. Application requirements include a formal application, CV, motivation letter, copy of diploma, bibliography and activity record, proof of citizenship, and a recent clear criminal record certificate. Applications must be submitted electronically via email by November 20, 2026. Specific salary details and individual research topics are not provided in the announcement.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Materials, Fibres and Textile Testing
Position Type	Postdoc
Discipline	Textile Technology
Research Area	Materials Science
Degree Required	PhD or an equivalent qualification
Contract Duration	4 years
Language	Croatian
Deadline	2026-11-20
Required Documents	Job application, Letter of interest, Curriculum vitae, Copy of diploma, Bibliography and activity record, Proof of citizenship, Certificate concerning investigative or criminal proceedings, Croatian language evidence (for foreign nationals)
Employer Address	Prilaz baruna Filipovića 28a, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

The vacancy advertisement does not specify a named research project or individual research topic, but the position is based within the Department of Materials, Fibres and Textile Testing, focusing broadly on textile technology, materials, fibres, and testing methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and scientific activities in the field of Textile Technology.
• Contribute to research involving textile materials, fibre properties, and technological questions.
• Participate in scientific, teaching, and professional activities as required by the department.

Required Skills

• PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Excellent knowledge of the Croatian language (C2 level required for foreign applicants).
• Documented record of scientific, teaching, and professional activities.

Who Should Apply

Researchers holding a PhD or equivalent qualification in Textile Technology or related Technical Sciences with excellent Croatian language skills (C2 level for foreign nationals) seeking a full-time 4-year postdoctoral position in Zagreb.

About the Employer

The Faculty of Textile Technology at the University of Zagreb is an academic unit providing research and teaching in textile technology and materials science, hosting the Department of Materials, Fibres and Textile Testing in Zagreb, Croatia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualification is required for this position?

Applicants must hold a PhD or an equivalent qualification.

What language proficiency is needed?

Excellent Croatian language proficiency is required, with foreign nationals needing to provide proof of C2 level.

What is the contract duration?

The appointment is offered on a fixed-term basis for four years.

How should applications be submitted?

Applications must be submitted electronically by email to [email protected].