Postdoctoral Research Fellow: “Micro and Nanorobots - Single Atom Engineering and Nanoengineering with Biomedical and Environmental Applications”

Since its establishment in 2011, CEITEC has quickly developed into a cutting-edge infrastructure for research which performs highly alongside the best institutes in Europe. Among the main priorities of CEITEC are the promotion of a motivating and dynamic international scientific environment, the provision of state-of-the-art research infrastructure, and the policy of open communication and equal opportunities. 

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

Postdoctoral Research Fellow: “Micro and Nanorobots - Single Atom Engineering and Nanoengineering with Biomedical and Environmental Applications”

Prof. Martin Pumera, Group leader at CEITEC (Pumera research team: www.pumera.org; energy.ceitec.cz; nano.ceitec.cz) is looking for an experienced electrochemist or materials chemist with skills in energy storage and related applications. Materials science background is essential You will have the unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art SEM, TEM, UHV STM systems, GC/MS, XPS, and ALD as well as with 3D printing systems (see nano.ceitec.cz).

Requirements:

We are looking for highly motivated researcher with a strong background in electrochemistry and materials.

• Design, synthesize, and functionalize materials based on single-atom catalysts and nanostructures for propulsion, sensing, and targeted delivery.
• Conduct and lead research projects in the field of micro- and nanorobotics, focusing on biomedical and environmental applications.
• Deep knowledge of materials science.
• Analysis of the motion of nano and microrobots.
• Experience working with microorganisms is advantage.
• Materials preparation and characterization techniques hands-on experience is a must.
• Ability to carry out the research projects independently, interpret the data and write manuscripts.
• Excellent team working skills, self-motivation, initiative, and persistence.
• Ability to exploit CEITEC BUT core facilities and laboratories (nano.ceitec.cz).
• Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.

What we provide to you:

• Fully English-speaking environment.
• Prof. Martin Pumera, Group leader was a Highly Cited Researcher (2017-2021) & former ERC grant holder.
• Highly motivating environment.
• Support of team members with diverse background.
• Work in the Czech Science City Brno with many collaboration possibilities.
• Wide international network of collaborators – From University of California to Singapore.

Interested candidate should provide

• Detailed CV including list of publications.
• Cover letter stating the motivation for applying.
• Name and contact details of two academic referees from two distinct institutions.

Employment Conditions

• Anticipated start date: Upon agreement. The sooner the better.
• Highly competitive salary based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
• Work in general science laboratories.
• 6 weeks of holidays.
• Full-time – 40 hours per week.
• Place: Purkyňova 123, Brno, Czech Republic.

Electronic applications including required items should be submitted to e-mail [email protected] by October 15th 2025 and quote the “Micro and Nanorobots” in the subject.

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