Postdoctoral Researcher
A leading research institute in Prague, Czechia, named after Nobel laureate in Chemistry, J. Heyrovsky, is seeking Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Development of nanostructured catalysts.
Type of contract: Temporary (1 year with the possibility of extending the employment contract)
Job status: part/full time
Starting date: 15. 5. - 1. 7. 2025
Link to the website: www.jh-inst.cas.cz
Job description:
We are seeking a candidate to join projects focused on:
i) developing porous oxide materials for application in catalysis;
ii) performing structural analyses of nanomaterials using advanced analytical methods;
iii) conducting catalytic tests for heterogeneously catalysed reactions.
Required Qualifications:
- PhD. degree: Chemistry or Physical Chemistry;
- Analysis of inorganic solids using XRD, FTIR, and UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy;
- Strong communication skills in English and basic communication in Czech are a requirement;
- Ability to work efficiently both as part of a team and independently.
Benefits:
- Friendly and motivating working environment;
- Five weeks paid leave of absence (holidays) per year, an additional 5 days off for personal reasons, and three days of paid sick leave on top of statutory insurance;
- Flexible working hours, the possibility of part-time work or hybrid work;
- The proximity of childcare groups on the CAS campus;
- Sports equipment rental, free parking, and access to libraries;
- Czech and English language courses;
- Possibility of further education and career development by participating in courses organized by our institute.
To apply, please send your CV, full list of publications, ORCID, a motivation letter, and contacts for two references to recruitment
jh-inst.cas.cz, including the following text in the subject line of your email: SC2025_ 10.
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