Junior Group Leader in Virology

Offer Description

In accordance with the The Competitive Hiring Process Code of Charles University, the Dean of the Faculty of Science of Charles University announces a competitive hiring process with a deadline for applications October 31, 2026

This is a researcher position (VP2). We offer the opportunity to establish a research group that will be based in a Joint laboratory, shared by the Faculty of Science and the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences. A generous, negotiable starting package that includes laboratory and office space, investments in the necessary equipment, consumables, and salaries for several coworkers/students. The candidate will also have access to a fully equipped BSL3 laboratory, and projects utilizing this facility are expected to be a central focus of the research.

We offer: Work in a progressive and collaborative scientific community in the Biotechnological and Biomedical Centrum of the Academy of Sciences and Charles University (BIOCEV), which hosts laboratories belonging to six research institutes of the Czech Academy of Sciences and two faculties of Charles University.

• fully equipped BSL3 in vitro facility and BSL3 animal facility in the centrum
• 5 weeks of paid vacation plus 5 days of personal leave and
• benefits: https://natur.cuni.cz/en/employees/employee-benefits
• nice and safe city environment

Application Instructions

Application, which you can download here https://natur.cuni.cz/en/faculty/official-board/selection-procedures, with cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, diplomas, research and teaching statement, must be send within 30 days from the announcement of the tender to the e-mail address: volnamista@natur.cuni.cz with subject “Výběrové řízení.”

If a candidate applies for more than one position, you must submit a separate application form for each selected position.

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.

By sending your application, you agree that Charles University, Faculty of Science will process your personal data for the purpose of keeping records of job seekers in accordance with applicable laws.

Qualifications

Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline, international postdoc experience in virology

• Expertise in various aspects of infectious virology
• Experience with related experimental techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Independence, accountability, and reliability
• Communication and management skills
• Experience with student leadership

Expertise

• Virology with an emphasis on infectious virology.

Required Documents

• structured CV
• list of scientific and publication activity
• education credentials, proof of academic degrees and ranks

Job offer code: 202610-VP2-PřF-1400-093

Published: 2026-08-01

Starting date by agreement: Yes

Hours per week: 40

Duration: 3 years

Pay grade: VP2

Salary conditions: Starting salary from CZK 90,000 to CZK 90,000

Contract for an indefinite period: No

Work location: Prague

Contact volnamista@natur.cuni.cz (Official e-mail)

Where to apply

E-mail: volnamista@natur.cuni.cz

Requirements

• Languages: CZECH (Good)
• Languages: ENGLISH (Excellent)

Work Location(s)

• Number of offers available: 1
• Company/Institute: Charles University, Faculty of Science
• Country: Czech Republic
• City: Praha
• Postal Code: 128 00
• Street: Albertov 6

Contact

City: Praha

Street: Albertov 6

Postal Code: 128 00