Academic Researcher focused on the field of Physical Chemistry

The Faculty of Chemistry of Brno University of Technology is an established and respected educational institution with significant research activities and strong links to industry and other application spheres. The mission of the Faculty of Chemistry is to provide quality education in chemical disciplines and related fields.

he Dean of the Faculty of Chemistry of Brno University of Technology invites applications for the following position for Department: Institute of Physical and Applied Chemistry.

An Academic Researcher focused on the field of Physical Chemistry, especially drug delivery systems and ultrasound spectroscopy (full time job)

Are you interested in new trends in the study of drug delivery and the use of ultrasound spectroscopy? Would you like to share your experience with others? Would you like to get involved in research? If so, you are the person we are looking for.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scientific research activity, including participating in and possibbly leadership of research projects and grants
• participation in a laboratory teaching, including supervision of diploma and bachelor theses;
• publishing activity
• responsibility for the operation of ultrasound spectroscopy and related facilities.

Profile of the suitable candidate:

• A completed PhD and university degree (M.Sc., Ing.) in Chemistry or a related field,
• ability to carry out independent scientific research field of experimental research, including the ability to publish in English
• proven track record in scientific research
• publishing record in the related field
• experience with liposomal systems and ultrasound spectroscopy, an international experience in these fields is an advantage.

What we offer:

• Full-time job, fixed-term employment contract with the possibility of further extension, flexible working hours
• 8 week holiday entitlement
• employment benefits (meal allowance, pension scheme contribution, benefit card, discounted calls, possibilities to work from home, etc.)
• a stable and interesting job in an institution that has been awarded the HR Excellence in Research award
• well-equipped laboratories
• opportunity for professional development
• Involvement in teaching and in basic or applied research projects
• involvement in the activities of the Materials Research Centre
• Work-life balance
• opportunities for an internship abroad.

Interested candidates should provide:

• A cover letter including a vision for the candidate’s engagement at the Department of Physical and Applied Chemistry
• a professional CV with an overview of professional, research and teaching activities, international experience, including a list of publications
• a copy of a diploma or other relevant qualification

Expected commencement of employment: 1.2. 2025 or by agreement.

For more detailed information, please contact prof. Ing. Miloslav Pekař, CSc., phone number +420541149330.

Application together with the required documents should be sent electronically directly via the BUT website by 31. 12. 2024.