Department: Supramolecular Chemistry – Faculty of Science
Deadline: 9 Nov 2026
Start date: To be agreed
Job type: full-time
Job field: Science and research
Bursar of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position
Workplace: RECETOX, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic
Type of Contract: temporary position with 1-year contract (with possible extension), non-academic
Working Hours: 1,0 FTE (full-time employment of 40 hours per week)
Expected Start Date: negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non-EU candidates
Number of Open Positions: 1
Pay: negotiable
Application Deadline: 9.11.2026
EU Researcher Profile: R2
About the Workplace
Masaryk University is a modern, dynamic, and attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 6500 staff and 33,000 students, a wide range of research areas, and a strong international position. We are the largest academic employer in the South Moravian Region.
Faculty of Science MU, holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty offering university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of Masaryk University, generating around 40 % of MU research results.
RECETOX focuses on interdisciplinary research and education in the area of Environment & Health, studying toxic compounds and their behaviour, transport & bioaccumulation to evaluate environmental effects, assess the exposure and health risks to humans, and develop technologies and biotechnologies to break them down. http://www.recetox.muni.cz/en/career/career-at-recetox
Job Description
For the Supramolecular Chemistry research group of Prof. Vladimir Sindelar we are looking for a talented and motivated postdoctoral researcher with strong skills in organic synthesis.
The research project
The postdoctoral position focuses on the synthesis of bambusuril, a class of macrocyclic compounds pioneered by the Sindelar group. The aim is to develop new bambusuril analogues with enhanced anion-binding selectivity and tunable binding kinetics. The project is particularly well suited to candidates with a strong background in organic synthesis. Experience in the synthesis of macrocyclic compounds and the solution-phase characterization of supramolecular host–guest systems would be a distinct advantage.
Skills and Qualifications
The candidate must have obtained a Ph.D. degree in organic, supramolecular, or physical chemistry within the past six years. The candidate is expected to have relevant research experience and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals. During the postdoctoral appointment, the candidate will also be expected to prepare and submit a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship proposal, with the aim of securing additional funding to extend their research stay in the Sindelar group.
We Offer
- Full support of the administrative and project offices
- Access to state-of-the-art RECETOX research infrastructure, including available data
- An interesting job in a dynamically expanding university area
- Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility
- Employee benefits such as 6 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution or nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, Multisport card, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí
- Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno
Application Process
The application shall be submitted online 9.11.2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement.
The candidate shall provide following:
- CV
- Cover letter describing candidate's research interest and experience
- Names and contact details of at least 2 professional references.
After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. In case of problems with filling in the e-application form, please contact us by e-mail: [contact details available in the full listing].
Selection Process
Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview.
The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen here.
Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page.
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