For more details, see https://ebeam.vsb.cz .
Type of Position
Research Fellowship
The position is suitable for both women and men.
Department
CNT - Nanotechnology Centre (Centre for Energy and Environmental Technologies)
Workplace Description
The Electron Beam Emergent Additive Manufacturing (EBEAM) Centre, led by Prof. Mark H. Rümmeli, is seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join our team. This position focuses on utilizing scanning electron microscopy (SEM) systems for the fabrication and analysis of functional materials, with a special emphasis on 2D materials like graphene and related nanostructures.
Job Description
- SEM-Driven Fabrication: Develop advanced methods for the precise synthesis of nanoscale structures using SEM-based techniques.
- 2D Materials: Synthesize and integrate 2D materials like graphene, exploring their unique properties and potential applications.
- Characterization: Perform detailed analysis of materials using SEM and complementary techniques to study their structure and properties at the nanoscale.
- Applications: Investigate how SEM-fabricated and 2D materials can be utilized in areas such as energy storage, nanoelectronics or advanced sensors.
Type of Employment
Fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension
Full-Time Equivalent
Full-time (1.0)
Expected Start Date
1. 10. 2026
Documents to be Submitted
Where to apply
Website: https://www.vsb.cz/en/university/informational-board/job-opportunities/advert/?procedureId=61
Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with:
- Experience operating SEM systems for material analysis or fabrication.
- A background in materials science, nanotechnology, or related disciplines.
- Interest or experience in working with 2D materials, including their synthesis or characterization.
Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Good
Additional Information
Benefits
- Access to newly acquired dedicated SEM systems and facilities for material synthesis and characterization
- Collaboration with a dynamic, international research team
- Opportunities to publish impactful research in high-ranking journals and participate in international conferences
- A supportive environment for skill development and professional growth.
- Work in a forward-looking organisation
- The stability and prestige of a modern university
- Pleasant and supportive working environment
- 6 weeks of holiday
- Flexible working hours
- Competitive salary based on your experience
- Professional and language training with opportunities for self-development
- On-site parking within the university grounds
- University kindergarten located directly on the campus
- Contribution to supplementary pension insurance
- Subsidised meals in the university canteen
- Sports and leisure activities at VSB-TUO sports facilities and a programme to promote healthy living and exercise with a MultiSport card.
- Access to electronic information resources and e-books.
- The VSB-TUO Plus programme offering special deals in areas such as culture, health and recreation.
- Other employee benefits according to the current offer.
Additional comments
The EBEAM Centre is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. The working language is English.
Please apply before September 20, 2026.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
Country
Czech Republic
City
Ostrava - Poruba
Postal Code
70800
Street
17. listopadu 2172/15
Contact
State/Province
Czech Republic
City
Ostrava - Poruba
Website
https://ebeam.vsb.cz
Street
17. listopadu 2172/15
Postal Code
708 00
E-Mail
anna.krystyna.paziewska-harris@vsb.cz
