Researcher II

Workplace:

Department of plasma physics and technology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, 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

Application Deadline:

11. 5 .2026

EU Researcher Profile:

R2

About the Workplace

Masaryk University is modern, dynamic and the most attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 7 000 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, a 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 the Masaryk University generating around 40 % of MU research results.

Department of Plasma Physics and Technology (formerly the Institute of Physical Electronics) at the Faculty of Science of MU University provides courses and guarantees basic and applied research in the fields of plasma physics, plasma applications and nanotechnology. It has a tradition of more than 50 years. The CEPLANT Research and Development Centre for Plasma and Nanotechnology Surface Treatments was established in 2010 as part of the Institute of Physical Electronics and was funded by European Structural Funds and recognised as a Key Technology Centre (KET) by the European Union.

Job Description

Researcher II will work in the Plasma Diagnostics and Modeling group. He/she will be primarily responsible for measurements using laser and optical plasma diagnostics, namely diagnostics based on laser-induced fluorescence, laser scattering, fast imaging and optical emission spectroscopy. The work includes independent realization of experiments, evaluation of measured data, preparation of publications. We expect participation in group projects and the independent submitting of own projects. The work may include teaching and supervision of students' final theses.

The Plasma Diagnostics and Modeling Group is engaged in basic and application-oriented research into the physics and chemistry of low-temperature plasma for a wide range of applications, including in collaboration with industry. The group is active in the application areas of gas conversion, deposition processes, characterization and development of advanced products for the electrical engineering industry, plasma drives, and ozone generation.

Role description:

• Planning of research, experimental design, and measurement of optical and electrical quantities aimed at understanding the processes occurring in the studied plasma.
• Operation of high-voltage sources for plasma generation.
• Computer data processing and analysis.
• Preparation of publications and presentation of results at international conferences.
• Preparation of own projects and group projects, cooperation in student supervision and teaching.

Key Duties:

• PhD in plasma physics.
• Experience abroad or in industry.
• Extensive experience in experimental plasma physics.
• Solid expertise in optical or laser plasma diagnostics.
• Ability to evaluate large amounts of data using a computer.
• Knowledge of programming.
• Good communication skills (oral and written) in English.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• The candidate must be able to work independently on assigned tasks and formulate their solutions, collaborate with other members of the group and members of other research groups, and assist students in their research work.
• Active and positive approach to work.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Good knowledge of MS Office, TeX, and programming languages.
• Independence, reliability, flexibility, communication skills, pleasant demeanor.

We Offer:

• 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/long-term investment product/nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, lunches in canteens of MU, Multisport card, psychological counselling, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí).
• Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo).
• Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno.

Application Process

The application shall be submitted online by 11. 5. 2025 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.
• Summary of research outputs and publications.
• Names and contact details of at least 2 references.

After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz.

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.