FZU – Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences is a leading public research institution located in Prague, Czechia. FZU is the largest institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences with more than 1100 employees. FZU pursues high-quality, innovative, and ground-breaking research. Our primary mission is to understand and explain the basic phenomena and processes of this world and respond to the current scientific and technical challenges of society.
We are looking for a new colleague to our Joint laboratory, that falls under Department of Magnetic measurements and materials.
The main mission of Laboratory is to provide the broad scientific community unique possibilities for comprehensive experimental investigation of Condensed Matter Physics and Materials R&D.
The services to users are supported by a high-expertise advice and assistance of the scientific and technical MGML staff.
The own research of the scientists in laboratory has two main branches:
(i) condensed matter physics and materials R&D
(ii) development of new techniques and instruments in order to extend the experimental conditions methods and sample environment following the modern trends in materials R&D and addressing the feedback suggestions of users.
Required profile
- Ph.D. in Physics (Experimental Physics preffered) or Material Science
- Communicative team player (a non-confrontational person, in daily contact with large amount of people from students to scientists)
- Sound verbal and written communication skills in English, good spoken Czech language is necessary
- Previous experience in related field welcomed
- Creativity and analytical thinking
- Experimental skills
What will you do?
- User support; direct help with measurements and data evaluation
- Working with user samples
- Evaluation of data for users
- Own scientific activities and interest
- Understanding instrumentation and development of apparatus
- Working with complex measuring cryogenic and high magnetic devices
Where will you work?
The laboratory is located in The Faculty of Mathematics and Physics in Prague, Troja (Cryopavilion). You will cooperate with other 4 people (technicians, scientists). It is easy to commute (two bus lines, walking distance to metro station Nadrazi Holesovice, or you can use parking next to the pavilion. Local dining is ensured.
Why should you apply?
- Working in an international, creative and highly motivated team in Institute of Physics, Czech Academy of Sciences
- Addressing cutting-edge research topics with high application potential
- Working in a multidisciplinary research environment
- A stimulating and friendly supervising and mentoring
- Training and development possibilities (seminars, workshops, conferences)
- Soft skills trainings
- Language courses
- Indoor yoga classes
- Flexible working hours
- And more benefits such as Multisport card, cooperate kindergarten, etc
Terms of employment
The employment may start from January 2024 or as otherwise agreed.
The job is not suitable for people who should not be presented in a place with high magnetic field. Work with cryoequipment.
Application procedure
Please send a motivation letter, your CV, a list of publications and two references to Klara Veverkova Stastna, HR partner. All documents or possible questions about the position please address to kariera [at] fzu [dot] cz.
Deadline for application: 15th December 2023
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