Research infrastructure specialist

• Supervise scientific instruments, including support and training of users, routine maintenance, and communication with service.
• Conduct “full-service” projects and measurements ordered by academic and commercial customers.
• Support the daily operation of the Advanced Chemical laboratory with a possible extension to the Nanocharacterization cleanroom laboratory.
• Assist the head of the laboratory and other staff in developing and enforcing safety and operational protocols.
• Support selection, tenders, and installation of new instruments.

• M.Sc., Ph.D., or equivalent degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge of safety and health issues concerning laboratory equipment and operations, hazardous chemicals, waste disposal, and handling gases.
• Experience in general chemical work, laboratory procedures, and process development.
• Previous hands-on experience in any of the following techniques is welcome:
  • Optical methods (UV-VIS, DLS, FTIR),
  • Electrochemical methods (Zeta potential analysis, Impedance spectroscopy),
  • Chromatography (GC, LC),
  • Mass spectroscopy (MS),
  • Rheology.
• Experience in equipment troubleshooting, maintenance and repair is welcome.
• Experience with research or cleanroom operations is an advantage.
• High energy, self-motivated with excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• English in written and spoken form for daily use.
• Position is suitable for absolvent and early-career candidates.

• Interesting job in state-of-the-art academic research center.
• 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.
• Full-time job - 40 hours per week.

• Detailed CV, including a list of publications.
• Cover letter stating motivation and vision.
• Proof of the highest attained degree of education.
• Name and contact details of an academic or industrial referee who can support the candidate’s application.

• Anticipated start date: Upon agreement, starting by 1st February 2026 is possible.
• Competitive salary based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
• Work in general science laboratories and cleanrooms.
• Place: CEITEC BUT, Purkyňova 656/123, Brno, Czech Republic.

Electronic applications, including all required items, should be submitted to e-mail recruitment@ceitec.vutbr.cz by January 5, 2026, and quote “Research infrastructure specialist” in the subject.

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