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SCIENTIST – polymer systems

The Advanced Materials Department focuses on materials synthesis, surface modification and advanced materials characterization. Our goal is to understand the relationships between the structure and properties of materials and to design new functional systems for specific applications. We are dedicated to research and development in the field of thin films, especially their deposition by plasma methods. We develop new types of layers for technically important applications in optics, sensors or biomedicine. We have extensive experience in surface treatments and functionalization of materials, both by chemical methods and plasma treatment. One of the key directions of our research is the development of detection systems based on functional nanostructures. In particular, we focus on functionalized microporous materials and sensing layers on optical fibers, useful, for example, for the detection of gases or biological substances. We have a long-standing interest in the synthesis and application of nanoparticle systems, using combinatorial chemistry, hydrothermal and solvothermal synthesis, as well as electrostatic wetting for the preparation of functional structures.

What will be your job description

  • Development of functionalized microporous materials as active elements of sensors for selective detection of gases, chemical or biological substances.
  • Synthesis and optimization of polymer solutions for electrostatic wetting.
  • Preparation of nanofibers by electrostatic wetting technologies.
  • Characterisation of the morphology of nanomaterials using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and optical microscopy.
  • Preparation and implementation of scientific research projects in the field of materials and application-oriented studies.

What we expect

  • Completed doctoral studies (Ph.D., CSc. or equivalent) in organic chemistry or related fields
  • Experience in a chemical/biological laboratory
  • Candidate has demonstrable experience with electrostatic wetting techniques for polymer solutions
  • Practical skills in microbiological systems
  • Knowledge of Czech and English language at least at B2 level

Working hours and salary

  • Your job title will be Research Scientist (C2)
  • 60% time (24 hours/week), or by agreement
  • Expected to start on 01.09.2025 or by agreement
  • We offer you a fixed-term contract with the possibility of an indefinite extension
  • A salary supplement or performance bonus may be awarded on top of the tariff wage based on your previous experience

What else we can offer you

  • 6 weeks holiday
  • flexible working hours with the possibility of working partly from home
  • team building and social events
  • use of the children’s play area for toddlers and suburban camps
  • Multisport card, free sports at TUL sports facilities and many other benefits: https://www.tul.cz/univerzita/uredni-deska/kariera/benefity

How to apply

  • Please send the documents required below to the following email address:volnamista@tul.cz by 31.08.2025
  • CV with a brief description of your professional experience
  • a list of previous scientific and research results, i.e. impacted publications, patents, book chapters, etc.
  • copies of evidence of educational qualifications
  • for foreign applicants, proof of at least B2 level of Czech language proficiency is required; English language proficiency will be verified orally during the interview
  • if you have any questions, please contact your future supervisor: mateusz.fijalkowski@tul.cz

Information on selecting a suitable candidate:

The vacancy will be filled in the first round by examination of the documents submitted, and in the second round by a personal interview or online interview with the selected candidates. All candidates will be informed of the outcome within 30 days of the selection of the suitable candidate.

The vacancy will be advertised on the official notice board of the Technical University of Liberec (https://www.tul.cz/univerzita/uredni-deska/kariera), on the CXI website (https://cxi.tul.cz/lide-kariera/volna-pracovni-mista), on the employment portal of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (https://uradprace.cz/web/cz/volna-mista-v-cr), on the EURAXESS portal (https://www.euraxess.cz/), on the ResearchJobs portal (https://www.researchjobs.cz), and on the LinkedIn portal (https://cz.linkedin.com/) from 28.07.2025.

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