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Postdoc/Researcher II

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The Dean of the Faculty of Science of the University of Ostrava announces a job vacancy at the Department of Biology and Ecology

• Postdoc/Researcher II

This is newly systemized position in accordance with the conditions of the GAČR 26-20659S project.

Workplace

• Faculty of Science, Department of Biology and Ecology

Job description

• In silico analysis of biofilms in various trypanosomatid species.
• Bioinformatic analysis of proteoglycans in trypanosomatids.
• Bioinformatic analysis of proteins involved in polysaccharide metabolism in trypanosomatids: correlation with biofilm production.
• Bioinformatic analysis of proteins involved in lipid metabolism in trypanosomatids: correlation with proteoglycan anchoring in membranes.
• In silico analysis of membrane rafts.

Qualification requirements – required

• Completion (Graduation) of a Doctoral Study Program (Ph.D.) in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Experience in the field of Polymer Chemistry, evidenced by a minimum of 10 publications in journals with an Impact Factor.
• Experience in the field of Cheminformatics (Chemical Informatics) is welcome/advantageous.
• Work experience at a research institution outside the Czech Republic for a total duration of at least 1 year.
• English language proficiency at level B2; other languages are an advantage.
• Independence and ability to work in a team.

Research level

• R2

The expected form of employment

• 30 %

The duration of employment

• fixed-term employment until 28 February 2027

The expected start date

• 1 March 2026

The language in which the selection procedure will be conducted

• English

Knowledge of the Czech language is irrelevant.

Documents required from the participant

• link to the application form for the recruitment process
• link for sending the required documents
  • CV with an overview of previous experience and publication activity
  • a motivation letter
  • copies of documents proving the achieved education.

Application deadline

• 13 February 2026 (inclusive)

Information about the selection procedure

The first round of the selection procedure will take place in the form of an assessment of the submitted materials. Only selected applicants will be invited to the second round.

The Dean of the Faculty is entitled to cancel the selection procedure or not to select any of the applicants without giving a reason.

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