Postdoctoral or senior researcher position in high-energy astroparticle physics

We are seeking qualified candidates for a researcher position in experimental astroparticle physics. This opportunity is open to both postdoctoral fellows and senior researchers, as the position encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities and activities.

The Astroparticle group at the Institute of Physics is involved in various research areas, including the testing and development of hardware or the analysis of the current and next-generation cosmic-ray experimental data, namely the cosmic ray composition and characterization of hadronic interactions at energies above the LHC. The Department is part of the Division of Elementary Particle Physics and has about 25 physicists, students, and support staff. It is involved in large international collaborations in astroparticle physics – Pierre Auger Observatory (in Argentina), CTA (Spain, Chile), SWGO, LSST (Chile). 

What we expect

  • PhD. in physics with a thesis in a related field of research
  • Good knowledge of C++ and Python
  • Considerable hardware experience
  • Eager to learn and share knowledge
  • Communication skills
  • Good knowledge of English (written and spoken)

Why join us

  • Interesting work in astroparticle physics experiments
  • Working in the international environment of big collaborations
  • Participation in multidisciplinary scientific projects
  • Working in an international team and a stimulating environment
  • Training and development (seminars, workshops, conferences, high-quality language courses, soft skills training)
  • A competitive salary, including health and social security coverage
  • Support of your work-life balance – flexible work hours, work from home, extended vacations
  • Benefits such as a Multisport card, meal allowance, kindergarten operated by the Centre of Administration and Operations of the Czech Academy of Sciences
  • Find out more about us -  Why FZU?

 It´s good to know

  • Place of work: Prague 8 - Ládví 
  • Start of employment: Feb/March 2025 (or upon candidate's availability)
  • Full-time 
  • 1-year contract (possible extension upon mutual agreement)

Application procedure

  • We expect applications by 15th January 2025
  • Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending the following documents: CV and motivation letter including names of three referees via the application form
  • For additional research-related information, please get in touch with Dr. Martina Bohacova (bohacova [at] fzu [dot] cz)

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Department
Laboratory for astroparticle physics
Job type
Full time
Field of work
Scientific
Contact person
Simona Dačeva
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FZU – Institute of Physics of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic is a leading public research institution based in Prague.

FZU is the largest institute of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic with more than 1100 employees and focuses on basic and applied research in the field of physics. Our top researchers strive to understand and explain the basic phenomena and processes of how the world works and thus respond to the current scientific and technical challenges of our society.

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