Selection Procedures
Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of the CAS announces an open competition in accordance with the Act No. 283/1992 Coll. on the Czech Academy of Sciences, and the Statutes of the Czech Academy of Sciences for a position Head of Department of the Department of Controlled Macromolecular Synthesis.
Job description:
The Department of Controlled Macromolecular Synthesis is focused mainly on the synthesis of new polymer materials with a defined composition and structure (homopolymers; random, block, grafted and branched copolymers; polymeric brushes) by the methods of free-radical polymerization (in solution, suspension, and emulsion), controlled radical polymerization (ATRP and related methods, RAFT, NMP), anionic polymerization, and polyaddition polymerization. We also conduct post-modifications of both natural and synthetic polymers.
The main candidate focus will be on:
- research in the field of synthesis and characterization of new polymer materials,
- management and coordination of the department research team,
- guidance of employers’ professional development,
- ensuring compliance with internal regulations, occupational safety principles and the code of ethics.
We are looking for a candidate who has:
- university education and scientific qualification in the field of macromolecular chemistry or organic chemistry,
- active and creative approach to solving scientific tasks,
- scientific activity and publication activity in the field of controlled polymerizations with international recognition,
- experience in obtaining financial support for research activities
- capability to think independently and make decisions,
- ability to work in a team
- organizational skills and managerial experience,
- English on the proficient user level, basic Czech, other language skills are an advantage.
We offer:
- stimulating and diverse work at a prestigious research institution,
- participation in national and international research projects,
- subsidized meals and on-site cafeteria,
- 5 weeks of annual leave plus 3 health days,
- professional training and career development,
- employee benefits (contributions to pension insurance and long-term savings schemes or a leisure benefit card),
- flexible working hours,
- subsidized language courses organized by the Czech Academy of Sciences,
- access to training and recreational facilities and additional employee benefits.
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
- cover letter,
- structured CV,
- documents conforming her/his university education and scientific qualification,
- overview of previous experience,
- a list of major scientific works and publications,
- the concept of department management and the direction of its activities including the future development of the department,
- persons who can provide her/his professional references
to the Human Resources Department of the Institute: e-mail (e-mail: personalni@umch.cz)
For further information about the position, please contact:
Ing. Zdeňka Sedláková, CSc. (e-mail: sedlakova@imc.cas.cz)
Additional Information
- Application deadline: 28 February 2026
- Expected start date: 1 May 2026
- Place of work: Prague, Czech Republic
Application deadline: 02/28/2026