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Department: Department of Plasma Physics and Technology – Faculty of Science Deadline: 15 May 2026 Start date: negotiable Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling Bursar of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position Researcher in high-entropy ceramic thin filmsII Workplace: The Department of Plasma Physics and Technology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic Type of Contract: temporary position (with possible extension), non-academic Working Hours: 1,0 FTE (full-time employment of 40 hours per week) Expected Start Date: negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 1 Application Deadline: 15. 5 .2026 EU Researcher Profile: R2 About the Workplace Masaryk University is the second-largest university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 5000 staff, and more than 30 000 students. Faculty of Science MU, a proud holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty, offering university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of the Masaryk University generating around 40 % of MU research results. The Department of Plasma Physics and Technology at the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University provides courses and guarantees fundamental and applied research in the fields on plasma physics, plasma applications including deposition of thin films by PVD and nanotechnology. It has a tradition of more than 50 years. The R&D Centre for Plasma and Nanotechnology Surface Modifications (CEPLANT) was established in 2010 as part of the Department of Physical Electronics and was funded by the European Structural Funds and has been recognized by the European Union as a Key Enabling Technologies (KET's) centre. CEPLANT is also included on Roadmap of Large Research Infrastructures of the Czech Republic. CEPLANT boasts a rich network of cooperating institutions in the world. Cooperation with colleagues in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Hungary is expected within the proposed position. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the PVDLab at CEPLANT (Masaryk University, Czech Republic), working at the forefront of plasma-enabled materials design for next-generation energy storage. Our research explores high-entropy ceramic thin films as a new platform for all-solid-state alkaline-metal-ion batteries, using magnetron sputtering as a non-equilibrium materials design tool. This position sits at the intersection of physics, materials chemistry, and engineering, with a strong emphasis on fundamental research with high application potential. You will work in a state-of-the-art experimental environment, combining thin-film synthesis with advanced characterisation techniques including SEM, EDX, XRD, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, nanoindentation, cyclic voltammetry, and EIS, complemented by access to European partner facilities (e.g. TEM, tribology, high-temperature and oxidation testing). The exact research direction will be shaped by your expertise and aligned with ambitious ongoing projects currently under evaluation by major funding agencies. Key Duties: Design and optimise magnetron sputtering processes for complex, multicomponent thin films. Independently carry out thin film deposition experiments. Perform advanced materials characterisation, analyse results, and drive iterative experiment design. Publish results in leading international journals. A ctively shape new research directions within the group. Skills and Qualifications Essential requirements: Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Materials Chemistry, Engineering, or a closely related field. Proven experience in thin film or coating deposition, materials characterisation, and a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Strong command of spoken and written English. Highly desirable: Experience with nanostructured and/or high-entropy materials. Background in plasma-based deposition techniques (e.g. magnetron sputtering). We are looking for a candidate who is: Scientifically curious and highly motivated, with a strong interest in fundamental research. Capable of independent work, while also thriving in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Creative and proactive, able to contribute new ideas and shape research directions. Well-organised, with the ability to plan and execute complex experimental studies. Willing to engage in international collaborations and contribute to a dynamic research network. Interested in mentoring and co-supervising students. Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to Assoc. prof. Pavel Souček, email soucek@physics.muni.cz, tel. 00420 549 49 8769. We Offer Faculty of Science of the Masaryk University is a proud holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission (https://www.sci.muni.cz/en/about-us/hrs4r) and we can offer: International workplace with a motivated team of researchers and students. Access to modern deposition and analysis techniques. Worldwide contacts with specialised measurement equipment. An interesting job in a dynamically-expanding university area. Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility. Employee benefits such as 6 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution, a financial meal allowance, lunches in canteens of MU, Multisport card, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare group-Campus. Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo). International Staff Office provides support with your relocation to Brno. Application Process The application shall be submitted online by 15. 5. 2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement. The candidate shall provide following: CV (max two pages). Cover letter describing candidate's research interests and experience, especially regarding the topics listed above as important for this position. Summary of research outputs and publications. Names and contact details of at least 2 references. After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. Selection Process Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided. The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen here. Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Fixed term (December 2026) | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 9 | $133,860 - $143,239 Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role As a Change Manager, you will lead the end-to-end design and delivery of change management across complex student and education projects at Flinders University. Working under broad direction, you will take accountability for shaping and implementing effective change strategies that enable successful adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working. You will partner closely with senior leaders, project managers, and stakeholders to assess change impacts and readiness, manage risks, and drive engagement and adoption across the University. The role involves developing and executing integrated change, communication, engagement, and readiness approaches, facilitating workshops and targeted activities, and providing strategic advice to leaders to build change capability. This role plays a critical leadership function in ensuring transformation initiatives deliver intended outcomes, embed sustainable change, and align with Flinders’ strategic objectives and people‑centred values. To learn more about the role and responsibilities, please view the Position Description About You You are an experienced Change Manager with a strong track record of leading complex change initiatives across large or diverse organisations. You bring a deep understanding of contemporary change management frameworks and apply them pragmatically to deliver measurable outcomes, translating complex change impacts into clear, actionable strategies that support informed decision‑making and successful adoption. You excel at building trusted relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, and are confident navigating resistance and supporting effective change sponsorship. With strong communication, facilitation, and leadership capabilities, you bring a solutions‑focused mindset. Experience in higher education, the public sector, or large‑scale transformation environments will be highly regarded. About the Office of Academic Quality and Enhancement, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Portfolio The Office of Academic Quality and Enhancement, led by the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Quality and Enhancement), is responsible for key functions that support the University’s academic standards and student experience. These include Curriculum Services, Student Policy and Integrity Services, Academic Quality, Compliance and Risk and Strategic Projects. Within the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Portfolio, the Strategic Projects team plays a vital role in supporting strategic and operational priorities across student-related and academic services. This work underpins the University’s values and ethos, strengthens our impact and engagement, and supports our vision to be internationally recognised as a world leader in research, an innovator in contemporary education, and the home of Australia’s most enterprising graduates. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options. Flexible working arrangements. Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers. We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Michelle Berrigan Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Apr 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

Position Details Fixed Term – 2 Years | Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 4 | $76,140 - $82,119 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role The Technical Assistant supports the delivery of high‑quality teaching within Simulated Learning Environments for Medicine and Paramedicine programs. Working as part of the Teaching Technical Support team, the role focuses on preparing, setting up and maintaining practical learning spaces, equipment and workshops to ensure smooth and effective student learning experiences across campus and external locations. The position operates under routine to general supervision and contributes to safe, well‑organised and student‑centred teaching environments. Assisting with the setup, pack‑down and operation of simulated learning and practical teaching sessions, including off‑site activities at Festival Plaza. Maintaining, assembling, testing and repairing specialised technical equipment to ensure it is clean, functional and ready for use. Supporting Work Health and Safety practices within teaching spaces, including safe handling of equipment and compliance with procedures. Maintaining accurate records for equipment inventories, consumables, maintenance schedules and stock orders. This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 by connecting to the University’s values of Excellence and Integrity, supporting safe, reliable and high‑quality technical environments that enhance student learning experiences. About You You are a reliable and practical technical professional with experience supporting hands‑on learning environments, ideally within health, education or simulated learning settings. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, take pride in maintaining high standards of safety and organisation, and bring a flexible, solutions‑focused approach to supporting teaching activities. Relevant qualifications and/or hands‑on experience supporting technical or practical learning environments, ideally within Medicine or Paramedicine. Demonstrated ability to prepare, maintain and manage technical equipment, including basic assembly, testing, repairs and stock control. Sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety principles, with the ability to follow procedures and contribute to safe teaching spaces. Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, work flexibly and collaborate effectively with academic and technical teams. College of Medicine and Public Health At the College of Medicine and Public Health, we deliver clinical, population and lab-based research, integrated teaching programs and high-quality clinical services. Our footprint reaches out from our world class teaching hospital at the Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia to multiple rural clinical locations all the way to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Our research and teaching equip the next generation of leaders and innovators with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and truly advance health outcomes. It is at the heart of everything we do. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy  How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrew Blyth Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 30 Apr 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.