Overview

PhD position in Mathematical Modeling in Biology
at Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Králové, Charles University

Research Group and Study Program

The PhD position is available in the research group Mathematical Pharmacy at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Králové, Charles University, from October 1st, 2026. Formally, the student will enroll into the doctoral study program Applied Physics and Mathematics in Medicine and Pharmacy. For more information visit group’s webpage: https://portal.faf.cuni.cz/Groups/Mathematical-Pharmacy/.

Project

The research project/dissertation entitled Integrating Mathematical Modeling and Experimental Approaches in In Vitro Biology aims to develop and optimize mathematical models of in vitro biology using high resolution experimental data. The student will have the opportunity to choose the field of application, virology or pharmacology.

Requirements

  • MSc degree in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science (or a related quantitative field),
  • Experience with scientific computing and programming (MATLAB, Python, R or similar),
  • B2 or higher level of English (written and spoken), Czech/Slovak language is an advantage
  • Highly self-motivated, exceptionally organized and a team player.

We Offer

  • A joint, four-year, tuition-free PhD position at the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Králové, Charles University,
  • Stipend of 26,880 CZK (~1,100 EUR, tax-exempt) subject to annual valorization according to Czech laws
  • Additional income through employment at the Faculty of Pharmacy,
  • Additional income through paid teaching assistantship in the Department of Computational and Physical Pharmacy – courses to select from include Applied Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Applied Computer Technology, Physical Chemistry and Biophysics
  • Opportunity to apply for additional funding through university-wide graduate student grant scheme GAUK – Grant Agency of the Charles University,
  • Three-months, funded internship at any of the partner universities through ERASMUS exchange program,
  • Opportunity to attend international scientific conferences,
  • International working environment,
  • Accommodation at the student dorms (approx. 4,500 CZK for a single room, approx. 7,200 CZK for a double room, including utilities and internet),
  • Flexible working hours.

How To Apply

  • Evaluation of candidates will proceed until June 30, 2026.
    1. Invited candidates will have an online interview with Dr. Veronika Bernhauerová who will be the supervisor of the PhD thesis.
    2. The selected candidate will formally apply for the position following the faculty’s admission process.
  • Address your motivation letter, CV, and contact information of 1-2 referees to Dr. Veronika Bernhauerová on bernhauve@faf.cuni.cz.
  • Informal queries are highly encouraged.

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