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The director of CEITEC, Brno University of Technology, is opening a position of

Core Facility Scientist – Electron Microscopy and Analysis Specialist 3

Specialista/ka výzkumné infrastruktury – Specialista Elektronové mikroskopie a Analýzy 3

The CEITEC Nano Research Infrastructure at the Brno University of Technology is the largest cleanroom nano-centre located in the Czech Republic. It provides complex equipment, expertise, and methods for R&D in nanotechnology and advanced materials. The facility includes nanofabrication, nano-characterization, structural analysis, and X-ray computed tomography. We provide scientists with personal access to the state-of-the-art scientific equipment and analytical services.

For additional information about CEITEC Nano, please visit http://nano.ceitec.cz.

We are inviting applications from qualified research candidates for the Electron Microscopy and Analysis Specialist position in the CEITEC Nano facility. The specialist will be responsible for running the assigned analytical equipment (electron microscopes) and training of new users. Suitable candidates should have experience with electron microscopy and various analytical techniques, equipment operation, and preferably also experience working in a clean room laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Operation of assigned electron microscope, teaching of– and providing support to new instrument users.
• Assistance with projects commissioned by academic or commercial customers and assistance to users of the CEITEC Nano research infrastructure with their projects.
• Support selection, tenders, and installation of new instruments.
• Assist the research infrastructure staff with the development and enforcement of safety and operational protocols.

Qualifications:

• MSc. or Ph.D. in natural sciences or engineering.
• Broad experience with characterization of micro- and nanostructures by various electron microscopy and analytical techniques:
  • Electron microscopy (SEM, TEM)
  • Focused ion beam systems (FIB)
  • Micro-analytical techniques (EDS, WDS, SIMS)
• Experience with various techniques of sample preparation for electron microscopy.
• Experience with characterization of microstructure and phase composition of materials by diffraction-based techniques (XRD, EBSD).
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting/maintenance/repair.
• High energy, self-motivated with excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to adhere to procedures in cleanroom environment, handling of hazardous chemicals, gasses, and waste disposal.

We offer:

• Interesting job in state-of-the-art academic cleanroom nanocentre.
• One-year contract and subsequently permanent position.
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses.
• Further training and personal development, esp. participation in workshops and conferences.
• Six weeks holiday.
• Meal benefits.
• Benefits for sport/cultural/health activities.
• University lifelong learning courses.
• Part time (24 hours per week minimum) or full time job - 40 hours per week.
• Place: CEITEC BUT, Purkyňova 123, Brno, Czech Republic.

Interested candidates should provide:

• Detailed CV including a list of publications.
• Cover letter stating the motivation, his/her contribution to the field and vision.
• Proof of the highest attained degree of education.

• Name and contact details of two academic or industrial referees from two distinct institutions/companies.

  
  

Employment Conditions:

• Anticipated start date: Upon agreement, possible to start by 1st March 2025.
• Highly competitive salary based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
• 6 weeks of holidays.
• Work in general and cleanroom science laboratories.

• https://brnoregion.com/en/

  
  

Electronic applications including all required items should be submitted to e-mail recruitment@ceitec.vutbr.cz by June 29th, 2025 and quote “Electron Microscopy and Analysis Specialist 3” in the subject.

By submitting an application for this position, you agree to the processing of personal data, in the meaning of 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 selection/ admission procedure.

After the end of the selection/ admission procedure, all your personal data will be deleted and never provided to third parties.