Job Information
Organisation/Company: VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
Research Field: Computer science
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2026 - 23:00 (UTC)
Country: Czech Republic
Type of Contract: To be defined
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: To be defined
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Offer Description
Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of VSB – Technical University of Ostrava announces an open call for Research Positions in Robotics for the Department of Robotics.
We are expanding our research capacity!
The Department of Robotics is looking for new colleagues: Senior Researcher / Laboratory Leader (R3) - Experienced researchers whi will drive scientific excellence, project outputs, and collaboration.
Research Topics
Candidates with expertise in at least one of the following areas are welcome:
- Robotic and mechatronic system design
- Human–robot interaction and ergonomics
- Automation and robotised workplaces (industry use-cases)
- Field robotics and harsh-environment robotics
- Predictive maintenance, sensor systems, multimodal monitoring
- AI/ML for robotics, perception, prediction
- Computer vision and data acquisition
- System modelling and control
SENIOR RESEARCHER / LABORATORY LEADER - Responsibilities
- Lead one of the robotics laboratories (assignment based on expertise)
- Set research direction and ensure KPI fulfilment
- Supervise junior researchers and students
- Lead experimental development and system design
- Coordinate deliverables of ongoing projects
- Represent the lab in international, academic, and industrial collaborations
- Actively contribute to publications, patents, and project proposals
- Ensure high-level scientific quality and lab operations
Suitable for: experienced researchers with proven scientific results, project experience, and leadership capability. (Ph.D. required.)
What We Expect
- Completed Habilitation (or equivalent senior academic qualification / tenure-track equivalent)
- PhD in a relevant field
- Strong publication or project track record
- Experience with leading tasks, teams, or laboratory operations
- Ability to define experiments, methodologies, and research directions
- Excellent communication and initiative
Why Join Us?
- Work on large, long-term funded national projects
- Full access to modern robotic laboratories and equipment
- Opportunity to significantly shape the future direction of the department
- Leadership roles for senior candidates
- Interdisciplinary environment linking robotics, materials, AI, and industry
- Strong international partner network
- Space for scientific growth and career progression
Employment Details
- Full-time positions
- Contract type: fixed-term with the possibility of extension
- Start date: by agreement (ASAP)
- Working language: English
How to Apply
Please send:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- List of publications / relevant projects
- Preferred research topic
The Department of robotics is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. The working language is English.
Your personal data will be processed only to the extent necessary for the execution of the selection procedure in accordance with EU Regulation 2016/679.
For inquiries or to submit your application, please reach out to Prof. Zdenko Bobovský at zdenko.bobovsky@vsb.cz and Ivana Křístková at ivana.kristkova@vsb.cz. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring the exciting possibilities of joining the Department of Robotics.
In the subject of the email, please state “Open Call for K354-R3-Research Positions in Robotics”.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
Country: Czech Republic
Contact
Website: https://robot.vsb.cz
