Offer Description
We are seeking a Scientist for neutron diffraction research specializing in strain/stress characterization. As part of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, the Neutron Physics Laboratory (NPL) offers access to state-of-the-art neutron scattering facilities within the CANAM user infrastructure.
More information: CANAM Neutron Physics Laboratory
We are looking for a motivated scientist to take responsibility for operating the neutron diffractometer and to participate in research on deformations and stresses in technologically significant materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Active involvement in experiments using the neutron diffractometer SPN-100 at HRZK4
- Collaboration with external researchers and analysis of micro- and macro-stresses in materials
- Development and modernization of measuring techniques and automated diffractometer control
- Opportunity to develop your own research program in strain/stress analysis and related fields
Required Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in materials research, physics, or chemistry (or close to obtaining the degree)
- Scientific publishing in international journals
- Technical skills, precision, and independence
- Advantage: reference contact within academic field
- Integrity
What We Offer
- Full-time employment (reduced working week of 36 hours/week for risk category A employees)
- Work in a stable and prestigious research environment equipped with top class instrumentation
- A promising scientific career with opportunities to participate in top-tier international projects & personal development
- Flexible working hours and occasional remote work (after the probation period)
- Salary based on qualifications and experience, possible half-year bonuses
- Five weeks of vacation plus one additional week for employees in risk category A
- A meal allowance of CZK 115 and access to an on-site cafeteria with a wide variety of meals
- Contributions on pension plans, holidays, cultural events, and more (based on your selection)
- Language courses in majority funded by the employer
Lenght of contract: We offer a three-year contract with the possibility of extensions.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit following documents to the contact below:
- Curriculum vitae with a consent to process your personal data & motivation letter
- reference contact within academic field
- list of publications
Contact: RNDr. Pavel Strunz, CSc., strunz@ujf.cas.cz Personal dept.: personalni@ujf.cas.cz