RESEARCHER in the field of computational chemistry (R2)

Brno University of Technology, Central European Institute of Technology, Czech

Updated: 13 days ago
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 16 Sep 2026

2 Sep 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Brno University of Technology, Central European Institute of Technology
Research Field

Chemistry
Physics
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions

Research Support Positions
Application Deadline

16 Sep 2026 - 23:55 (Europe/Prague)
Country

Czech Republic
Type of Contract

To be defined
Job Status

Part-time
Hours Per Week

6
Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2026
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 director of CEITEC, Brno University of Technology is opening a position of

RESEARCHER in the field of computational chemistry (R2)

VÝZKUMNÝ PRACOVNÍK  v oblasti teoretické chemie (R2)

 

CEITEC Brno University of Technology is part of the CEITEC Centre of Scientific Excellence. Since 2011, it has been a key part of a cutting-edge research infrastructure offering unique facilities and conditions for basic and applied research in the fields of advanced nanotechnologies, advanced materials and cybernetics.

 

Job description

The Magneto-Optical and THz Spectroscopy Research Group is seeking a researcher with experience in theoretical and/or physical chemistry, 2D materials and advanced molecular modelling methods. The main responsibilities will include:

  • Collaboration on projects investigating the magnetic properties of molecules on 2D materials and nanomaterials.
  • Theoretical design of materials (DFT calculations).
  • Calculation of the magnetic properties of the studied systems.
  • Characterization of nanostructures and 2D materials using advanced theoretical chemistry techniques (DFT, ab initio MD, QTAIM, multireference calculations) and data processing.
  • Publication of results in scientific journals.

Requirements

  • University degree in physical and theoretical chemistry or physics.
  • Knowledge of quantum mechanics, thermodynamics and magnetism corresponding to university-level studies in chemistry.
  • Knowledge of and practical experience with advanced methods of theoretical chemistry.
  • Knowledge of and practical experience working in an HPC environment.
  • Knowledge of programming in Python.
  • Experience in processing 4D-STEM datasets.
  • Experience in publishing results in scientific journals.
  • Knowledge of the academic environment.
  • Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.

We offer

  • Employment at an institution that has received the international HR Excellence in Research Award.
  • An English-speaking and highly motivating working environment.
  • Work in Brno with many opportunities for collaboration.
  • Six weeks of paid vacation.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Meal allowance.
  • Free parking.
  • Opportunities for further education and professional development.
  • Opportunity to use the CEITEC BUT core facilities and laboratories.

 

 

Employment Conditions 

  • Expected start date: By agreement (possible from October 2026).
  • Part-time position by agreement, 6 hours per week, with the possibility of extension.
  • Work in a basic research environment and laboratories.
  • Place: CEITEC BUT, Purkyňova 123, Brno, Czech Republic.
  • https://brnoregion.com/en/

 

The candidate should provide:

  • CV and cover letter.
  • Copies of documents proving the attained education.

 

Please send your application to [email protected] by 16 September 2026. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line, preferably: “RESEARCHER in the field of computational chemistry”.

 

By submitting your application for this position, you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data (GDPR), for the duration of the recruitment process.

After the recruitment process has been completed, all your personal data will be deleted and will never be provided to third parties.


Where to apply
Website
https://vutbr.jobs.cz/vacancy-detail?r=detail&id=2001406178&impressionId=69cfaa…

Requirements
Research Field
Physics
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field
Chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
CEITEC BUT
Country
Czech Republic
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Contact
City

Brno
Website

http://ceitec.vutbr.cz
Street

Purkyňova 656/123
Postal Code

612 00
E-Mail

[email protected]
Phone

723265684

STATUS: EXPIRED

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