The Institute of Physics holds the HR Excellence in Research Award, granted by the European Commission to institutions that uphold the principles of the European Charter for Researchers. This award confirms our commitment to providing fair and transparent conditions for researchers, supporting their professional development, and enhancing the quality of the working environment.
Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences (FZU) has been a holder of the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research Award since April 26, 2019.
HR AWARD
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The HR Excellence in Research Award brings numerous benefits. It guarantees fair and transparent working conditions and career support for our researchers, enabling them to plan their careers, access training opportunities, and focus fully on their research. For our institute, the award enhances our appeal to new talent, strengthens international collaborations, and improves our prospects for participation in European projects and funding. Overall, it helps create an open, trustworthy environment that fosters scientific excellence.
NEWS
Family Day 2026 went into space. Families with children explored stars and black holes
This year's Family Day was all about a cosmic adventure. On the afternoon of 10 June, nearly 150 visitors, our employees and their families, came to FZU AV ČR, where children and adults alike could set off on a journey among the stars, planets and other mysteries of the universe.
Physics through your lens. The FZU Photography Competition 2026 is here
As every year, we're holding our physics photography competition, open to anyone who wants to capture the world. The competition is open in two categories, and the best photos will be awarded at a ceremony in autumn 2026.
Kateřina Šámalová's lecture opened up the topic of social safety in the workplace
How can we create a working environment in which people feel respected, can openly share their experiences, and are not afraid to point out problematic situations? These and many other questions were addressed in a lecture by Kateřina Šámalová, ombudswoman at Charles University, organized by the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences on the occasion of International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
CONTACT
Mgr. Andrea Kráslová
Head of HRS4R
kraslova [at] fzu [dot] cz (kraslova[at]fzu[dot]cz)
Ing. Jiří Červenka, Ph.D.
Science Secretary
cervenka [at] fzu [dot] cz (cervenka[at]fzu[dot]cz)