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The Dean of Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science announces a selection procedure for the position of

Excellent Researcher IAL (D)

for project REFRESH - Research Excellence For REgion Sustainability and High-tech Industries (CZ.10.03.01/00/22_003/0000048), research program 3 – COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES

Required expertise:

Excellence demonstrated by outstanding scientific results and internationally recognized contributions in quantum communications, photonics and optics, particularly in Quantum Key Distribution, Optical and fibre-optic sensors.

Strong expertise is expected in the design, modelling, characterization, and application of quantum technologies incl. quantum cryptography, optical sensing platforms, fiber-laser systems, and optical signal generation, propagation, processing, and detection.

Type of Position
Research Fellowship

The position is suitable for both women and men.

Department
Department of Telecommunications (Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science)
Job Description
  • Responsible for the implementation of the research program „COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY“ in a live laboratory, transferring experience to other members of the research team.
  • Conducts independent research and manages his/her own research team or the work of other researchers (senior researcher, junior researcher, and others).
  • Seeking opportunities for collaboration in the scientific community.
  • Participates in the preparation of other projects from national and international sources.·       
Type of Employment
Fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension
Full-Time Equivalent
Full-time (1.0)
Expected Start Date
1. 1. 2027 or as agreed
We Require
  • Foreign/Excellence/Key Researcher with outstanding scientific results in the field on an international scale with a high contribution to the research areas of quantum communications and sensing, quantum optics, quantum networks, optical and fibre-optic sensors, advanced optical systems, and advanced computational mathematics.
  • Excellent publication activity, H-index min. 40 (WoS), min. 100 publications in high-impact journals (WoS) or verifiable 5,000 citations (WoS).
  • Ability to work independently, and actively participate in R&D projects, experience in managing large international teams, demonstrable involvement in solving international projects, long-term international cooperation, 3 acquired projects in last 10 years.
  • Prerequisites for further scientific work (ability to work independently and to publish outputs in high-impact journals).
  • Active knowledge of the English language.

We Offer
  • Work in a promising organization.
  • Salary evaluation according to the candidate's experience.
  • Modern laboratories and classroom facilities.
  • Opportunity to participate in excellent research.
  • Possibility of further education.
  • 6 weeks of holidays.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • University kindergarten,
  • Company catering in the canteen.
  • MultiSport card.
  • Other employee benefits according to the employer's offer.

Documents to be Submitted
  • Publishing in the required field (based on IF of journals/WoS or ranking of conferences/Core ranking portal).
  • Quality of researcher (based on h-index and licensed patents).
  • Project activities (based on the reputation of projects).
  • Foreign experience (length and place of stay).
Additional Information
Project REFRESH - Research Excellence For REgion Sustainability and High-tech Industries (CZ.10.03.01/00/22_003/0000048), research program 3 - COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES

Contact Email
iva.zagatova@vsb.cz
Deadline for Applications
5. 10. 2026
HR Award MŽP - Co-funded by EU