Selection Procedures
Institute of Photonics and Electronics 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 Optical Systems Engineer.
Institute of Photonics and Electronics of the CAS – Optical Biosensors Research Team
The Institute of Photonics and Electronics of the Czech Academy of Sciences is one of the leading research institutions in the fields of optics, photonics, and their applications in biology and medicine. Our Optical Biosensors Team is seeking a candidate for the position of Optical Systems Engineer who is eager to contribute to the development of cutting-edge optical technologies with impact in the fields of bioanalytics and biomedicine.
Job Description
In this position, you will become part of an interdisciplinary research team focused on the research and development of optical biodetection systems. You will participate in the design, implementation, and testing of experimental optical setups and their integration into functional sensing platforms, collaborating with specialists from other fields to transfer the advances in optical systems into practica applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implementation of experimental optical setups (light sources, detectors, optical components, and possibly other optical structures)
- Development and optimization of optical systems for biosensing applications
- Experimental characterization and data analysis
- Collaboration with researchers in physics, chemistry, and biology
- Participation in the preparation of technical documentation, scientific publications, and project deliverables
Requirements
- University degree in technical or natural sciences field (optics, photonics, physics, electrical engineering, etc.)
- Experience with designing and building optical systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail, technical thinking, and willingness to learn new skills
- Proficiency in English sufficient for professional communication
What We Offer
- Work on cutting-edge research projects with international scope and real impact on the development of medical diagnostics
- Access to modern laboratory technologies and infrastructure (3D design environments, 3D printing technologies ranging from filament and resin printing to two-photon polymerization lithography, and a prototyping workshop)
- Collaboration with leading experts in the fields of optics and biosensors
- Possibility of a full-time or part-time job
- Flexible working hours and support for work–life balance
- The initial period of employment is one year (with the possibility of an extension). Start date is flexible – immediately or upon agreement
- 5 weeks of vacation, 3 days of sick leave, meal allowances, pension and life insurance contributions, and a Multisport card
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please send your structured CV and a motivation letter to hr@ufe.cz and include “Optical Systems Engineer” in the subject line.
Application deadline: 05/31/2026