Dr. Eng. Jarosław Buk is a researcher and lecturer at the Rzeszów University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics, where he works as an assistant professor in the Department of Manufacturing Techniques and Automation. He received his engineering degree in 2012, his M.Sc. in 2013, and his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering in 2022 from the same university. His doctoral research focused on the manufacturing of fir-tree slots using alternative machining methods, particularly Wire Electrical Discharge Machining (WEDM). His research interests include advanced manufacturing technologies, electrical discharge machining, machining processes. Dr. Buk teaches courses related to technological machines as well as programming of laser and electro-discharge machining systems. He has also participated in specialized industrial training organized by companies such as Sandvik Coromant, strengthening the connection between academic research and industrial practice. He is involved in organizing scientific and technical conferences and is the author and co-author of several publications in the field of manufacturing engineering. His scientific and teaching activities have been recognized with awards from the Rector of Rzeszów University of Technology.