Short-term postdoctoral position in high-energy physics

We are seeking qualified candidates for a researcher position in quantum field theory, with emphasis on scattering amplitudes and perturbative aspects of gravity. The Department of Theory of Elementary Particles at the Institute of Physics is involved in various research areas, including string theory and quantum gravity.

What we expect

  • PhD. in physics with a thesis in a related field of research
  • Eager to learn and share knowledge
  • Very good communication skills
  • Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken)

It's good to know

  • Place of work: Prague 8 - Ládví 
  • Start of employment: July 2025
  • Full-time 
  • 6-month contract

Application procedure

  • We expect applications by March 18, 2025
  • Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending the following documents: CV and motivation letter via the application form
  • For additional research-related information, please contact Dr. Renann Lipinski Jusinskas (renannlj [at] fzu [dot] cz (renannlj[at]fzu[dot]cz)) and Dr. Ippokratis Saltas (saltas [at] fzu [dot] cz).

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Department
Department of Theory of Elementary Particles
Job type
Full time
Field of work
Scientific
Contact person
Simona Dačeva
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FZU – Institute of Physics of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic is a leading public research institution based in Prague.

FZU is the largest institute of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic with more than 1100 employees and focuses on basic and applied research in the field of physics. Our top researchers strive to understand and explain the basic phenomena and processes of how the world works and thus respond to the current scientific and technical challenges of our society.

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