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Assigned Work:

Research project activities at the Department of Pharmacology, CardioTox In Vivo Research Group, in experimental cardiovascular research into the mechanisms of anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity, new options of pharmacological cardioprotection and treatment of the specific form of heart failure. The work will mainly involve employment of translational in vivo animal models together with molecular (qRT-PCR and Western blot) analyses.

Application requirements:

  • Ph.D. or equivalent academic degree (equivalent to ISCED level 8) in a biomedical program (Pharmacology, Toxicology, Physiology or related field). PhD candidates currently finishing their degrees can also apply, but formal confirmation of their successful PhD defence will be a mandatory requirement for entering this position.
  • Be a Junior researcher according to definition of OP JAC, which means a researcher who was awarded his/her Ph.D. no more than 7 years ago (exceptions apply);
  • H-index ≥ 3;
  • Demonstrated publication activity in the relevant research field: min. 1 first-authored publication (preferably with IF ≥ 3), grant activity is an advantage;
  • Prerequisite skills for research and scientific work;
  • Experience with in vivo cardiovascular pharmacology and/or physiology research as an advantage;
  • Experience with qRT-PCR and/or Western Blotting as an advantage;
  • Active knowledge of English; Czech language as an advantage;
  • PC skills;
  • Teamwork skills;
  • Health capacity for work, moral integrity.

Please, provide the following documents:

  • Cover letter;
  • Structured CV including an overview of scientific activities, past research experience and publication outputs;
  • 2 letters of recommendation from recognized experts in their research field (at least 1 from a foreign institution);
  • Scanned copy of the diploma (Ph.D. degree) or the confirmation of Ph.D. studies;
  • In the body of the e-mail message: “Consent for the use of personal information for the purpose of this Call” in accordance with Act No. 101/2000, on the Protection of Personal Data and on Amendments to Certain Acts, as amended.

We offer:

  • Work for a prestigious educational and scientific institution of Charles University;
  • Full-time or part-time (min. 32 hours/week);
  • The estimated monthly wage: 59800 CZK/2350 EUR (1,0);
  • 5 weeks of vacation per year + 5 personal development days;
  • Opportunities for professional development and international collaboration;
  • Specialized professional growth and continuous education in a field with a perspective of long-term employment;
  • Participation in international conferences;
  • System of employee benefits (e.g. meal allowance, contribution to supplementary pension insurance or private life insurance, Charles University discounts and benefits at external entities).

Position available from 1st of July 2024 to 29th of February 2028.

Applications along with all supporting documents should be sent to: podatelna@lfhk.cuni.cz by May 20, 2024, email subject: “NetPharm – Junior researcher”.

For further questions about the position please contact: Assoc. Prof. Martin Štěrba, PharmD., PhD., Research Gate Profile, Email: sterbam@lfhk.cuni.cz.

prof. MUDr. Jiří Manďák, Ph.D.
Dean

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