Job Information
Organisation/Company: University of Ostrava
Department: Faculty of Science
Research Field: Biological sciences
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: PhD Positions
Application Deadline: 30 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Prague)
Country: Czech Republic
Type of Contract: Permanent
Job Status: Part-time
Hours Per Week: 12
Offer Starting Date: 1 Jan 2027
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
The Dean of the Faculty of Science of the University of Ostrava announces a selection procedure to fill an academic position of:
Assistant Professor specializing in Biophysics
Workplace
- Faculty of Science – Department of Physics
Position classification
- Assistant professor – academic position
Job description
- Provision of teaching in Bachelor’s and, where applicable, follow-up Master’s degree programs in the field of biophysics.
- Supervision and review of Bachelor’s and Master’s theses.
- Independent execution of scientific research tasks focused on the study of the structural and functional characteristics of membrane systems (particularly thylakoid membranes) and macromolecules.
- Development of experimental biophysical methods (especially optical spectroscopy techniques).
- Active publication activity in the field mentioned above.
- Collaboration within the research team and with international researchers.
- Active contribution to shaping the development strategy for the biophysics group's scientific research activities.
Research level
- R2 – Recognized
The expected form of employment
- 30 %, or as agreed
The duration of employment
- Indefinite period
The expected start date
- 1st January 2027 (or by agreement)
Salary
- According to the Internal Wage Regulations of the University of Ostrava and also depends on the candidate’s experience
Where to apply
Requirements
Research Field: Biological sciences
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Qualification requirements – required
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D.), minimum of 5 years of research experience, English proficiency at B2 level.
- EU research level: R2 – Recognized.
- Ph.D. in biophysics or a related field.
- Research track record in biophysics or related fields (at least 10 publications in journals with an impact factor by the start date) demonstrating independence (at least 4 publications as first author) and current activity (at least 3 publications in journals with an impact factor within the last three years); alternatively, a proportionately higher number of outputs commensurate with the length of the candidate's research career.
- Basic experience in teaching undergraduate courses (at least 2 years of experience post-Ph.D.), particularly in biophysics; aptitude for teaching.
- Potential to develop research activities within the biophysics group at the Department of Physics.
- Ability to teach in Czech and communicate in English at a level appropriate for the position.
- Independence, reliability, and teamwork skills.
Research level
- R2 – Recognized
Languages: CZECH — Level: Excellent
Languages: ENGLISH — Level: Good
Research Field: Biological sciences
Additional Information
Benefits
- 8 weeks' vacation per year
- Sport activities not only through the MultiSport employee program
- Language and other educational courses
- Rent discount by the Heimstaden company
- Elánek kindergarten for employees' children and 50% discount on school fees
- Possibility of using the services of the university library for free
- 15% discount on books at University Shop – OUshop
- Discounted prices on mobile call tariffs
- Work in a professional team backed by a stable employer
- Supportive organizational culture and policies, pleasant working environment
Selection process
The language in which the selection procedure will be conducted
- Czech
Documents required from the participant
- Please fill out and submit the Application Form
- Upload all the required documents (in Czech) to the University share point, specifically:
- Professional CV
- Cover letter
- Scanned copies of University diplomas, academic degrees obtained
Application deadline
- 30 October (inclusive)
Information about the selection procedure
The first round of the selection process will involve the (internal) assessment of the applicants´ materials conducted by a selection committee, without the candidates being physically present.
Only selected applicants will be invited to take part in a second round of interviews.
The interview may consist of multiple rounds.
The employer reserves the right to extend, interrupt, or cancel the selection process, as well as to decide not to accept any of the candidates without stating the grounds for this decision.
Contacts
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: University of Ostrava
Country: Czech Republic
City: Ostrava
Postal Code: 70200
Contact
City: Ostrava
Website: http://www.osu.cz
Street: Dvořákova 7
Postal Code: 701 03
E-Mail: PersonalniPrF@osu.cz