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Institute of Physics of the CAS announces an open competition in accordance with the Act No. 283/1992 Coll. on the Czech Academy of Sciences, and the Statutes of the Czech Academy of Sciences for a position Postdoctoral positions at the Dioscuri Centre for Single-Molecule Optics.
We seek enthusiastic postdoctoral researchers passionate about pioneering the next-generation of single-molecule imaging methods. You will become a part of the Dioscuri Centre for Single-Molecule Optics, a new research group led by Barbora Špačková.
The Centre is established at the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences (Prague) as a part of the Dioscuri programme devised by the Max Planck Society. It is poised to become a hub of multidisciplinary research, focusing on developing a unique life science toolbox with applications spanning biochemistry, biophysics, and medicine.
You will engage in projects investigating molecular transport, biomolecular interactions, or analysis of complex biofluids at the single-molecule level. Through the utilization and continuous development of Nanofluidic Scattering Microscopy — a groundbreaking label-free single-molecule microscopy technique — your contributions will be instrumental in providing insights into the fundamental building blocks of life. As a member of a multidisciplinary scientific team dedicated to tackling diverse challenges in single-molecule microscopy and nanofluidics, you will have the opportunity to tailor your focus based on your background and research interests. Your responsibilities may span the development of the optical setup, nanofluidic systems, image processing, experimental investigations of biomolecular processes, and/or theoretical studies of light-matter interactions and mass transport at the single-molecule level.
What do we expect
- Ph.D. in Physics, Optics, Biophysics, Biotechnology, or related field
- Previous experience in optical microscopy, bioanalytical techniques, nanoptics, micro/nano-fluidics, scientific instrumentation development, data analysis, or computational modeling
- A strong publication record
- Creative and analytical problem-solving skills
- A commitment to tackle outstanding challenges at the interface of single-molecule optics and biology
- Sound verbal and written communication skills in English
What can we offer
- An international, collaborative, and supportive environment within a young research group
- High-impact research topics
- Unique research infrastructure located in a freshly opened contemporary facility
- Training and development opportunities — mentoring program, soft skills courses, language courses, including Czech lessons
- An attractive salary at the upper standards of the European market
- Flexible working hours and home office mode
- 5 weeks of vacation + 6 days of personal leave
- Benefits including a Multisport card, in-house yoga classes, cooperate kindergarten, etc.
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- A contract for up to 5 years, starting with an initial 1-year term with potential extensions
- Full-time job offer
Additional information
Please send a motivation letter, your CV, a list of publications, and two references no older than two years to petra.kratochvilova@fzu.cz by August 31st, 2024.
For general information related to the position, contact our HR partner, Petra Kratochvílová: petra.kratochvilova@fzu.cz.
For information related to the research, contact the leader of the Dioscuri Centre, Dr. Barbora Špačková: barboraspackova@fzu.cz.
Application deadline: 08/31/2024