Open positions

In accordance with the The Competitive Hiring Process Code of Charles University, the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of Charles University announces opening of the following position with submission deadline September 15, 2025

Academic researcher at Department of Physics of Materials

Non-academic position
Workplace:Faculty of Mathematics and Physics - School of Physics - Department of Physics of Materials
Workplace location:Praha
Salary Tariff:Research Scientists at Universities, VP2
Expertise:Materials physics, in particular active knowledge of methods for determining the influence of microstructure on the thermomechanical properties of materials and advanced models for simulation of deformation of materials
Job Offer Code: 202509-VP2-MFF-KFM-064

Scientific work in physics of materials, teaching students in programs physics and physics of condensed matter and materials, supervising bachelor and master theses.

Qualification and Other Requirements:

Knowledge and experience with methods of microstructure characterization, including scanning electron microscopy, backscattered electron diffraction, and X-ray diffraction. Knowledge of advanced thermal analysis methods, such as DSC, dilatometry, and others. Advanced knowledge of models for simulating material deformation (finite element method, etc.) and phase composition (Calphad etc.). 

Ph.D. in a relevant field. Professional experience in the field, positive attitude towards teaching, ability to integrate scientific activities, teaching, and student supervision. Regular publication activity in the field. A minimum of 6 months of postdoctoral study abroad is required. The applicant should be able to teach in both Czech and English.

Required education:Ph.D., CSc, Th.D. or comparable education abroad
Required language skills:
  • Czech - B2 Independent User
  • English - B2 Independent User
Employment Type and Scope:Full time employment, 40 hours per week
Expected Start Date:January 01, 2026 or negotiable

APPLICATION SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Upload the application and the required documents in digital form via the website provided below.


If any recommendation letters are required, the applicant is responsible to ensure that they are properly delivered. The website allows to send requests for recommendation letters which are then uploaded by their authors.


Candidates who progress to the second round of the selection procedure will be invited to an interview. The interview may be conducted by means of information and communication technology if justified, at the request of the candidate. The Committee may invite selected candidates to give a lecture to the academic community of the Faculty.

Apply here
Application Submission Deadline:September 15, 2025 at 23:59 GMT+0200
Documents Required for the Application:
  • structured CV
  • list of scientific and publication activity
  • education credentials, proof of academic degrees and ranks
Email contact:positions@matfyz.cuni.cz

Published On: June 13, 2025




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