Researcher in the Structure and Dynamics in Catalysis

Job description:

• Data analysis: Extended X-Ray Absorption Fine Structure, Linear combination analysis, Principal component analysis
• Design and implementation of reactor system for in-situ X-Ray and infrared studies of transition metal ions-containing zeolite-based catalysts
• Planning and performing X-Ray experiments at synchrotron facilities
• Publishing of the results and preparation of the scientific proposals 
   

Type of contract: Temporary (18. 03. 2024 - 18. 09. 2024)

Job status: Part-time (up to 30% of FTE)

Offer starting date: As soon as possible

Requirements:

• PhD in chemistry or material sciences
• Extensive knowledge and experience in in situ and ex situ X-Ray techniques employed for zeolites characterization
• Broad experience in performing synchrotron measurements and data evaluation, employment as a beamline scientist would be considered as advantage
• Background: zeolites, Al organization in zeolites, heterogeneous catalysis, X-ray methods, material chemistry
• Supervision of PhD students and postdoctoral researchers is highly welcome

We offer:

• 5 weeks paid leave of absence (holidays) per year + 3 days of paid sick-leave in addition to the statutory insurance
• Flexible working-time, the possibility of part-time work
• Possibility of attending children groups of the CAS
• Sports goods rental, free parking, trade union library
• Language courses
• Possibility of further education and career development by participating in courses organized by our institute.

Eligibility criteria:
To apply, please send your CV and motivation letter to recruitmentjh-inst.cas.cz. Please, include SC2024_11  in the subject line of your email.

Selection process

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