Basic Information

Department: Preclinical Research Program
Type of employment: Contract for 1.0 FTE
Expected start date: November 2025
Duration of employment: Fixed-term for 1 year with the possibility of extension
Workplace: National Institute of Mental Health, Topolová 748, Klecany

Job Description:

• management and coordination of activities within the Preclinical Research Programme,
• ensuring the effective operation of the research team and optimal use of infrastructure,
• leadership, development, and evaluation of research staff, including recruitment and support of internships and placements,
• creation and implementation of the research and development strategy within the assigned programe,
• planning, supervision, and evaluation of research projects and activities,
• fostering interdisciplinary and international collaboration and cooperation across research programmes,
• contributing to the overall strategy of research and development in line with the institutional goals of NIMH.

Requirements:

• university degree in natural sciences, pharmacy, or medicine,
• completed doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent scientific qualification,
• significant record of scientific achievements documented by publications,
• proven experience in leading research teams and managing research projects,
• responsible and proactive approach to work, independence, flexibility, and teamwork skills
• excellent command of English, both written and spoken (minimum level C1),
• experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • cellular and molecular biology,
  • biochemistry,
  • neuropsychological or pharmacological research,
  • behavioural studies,
  • histological and immunohistological analyses,
  • work with epifluorescence and confocal imaging systems,
    tissue culture and related laboratory techniques,
• Required Competences and Personal Qualities:
  • strategic and conceptual thinking, ability to set and evaluate goals,
  • excellent organisational and planning skills, precision, and consistency,
  • proven leadership and motivational skills, ability to develop and support team members,
  • open and empathetic communication style, ability to provide and receive feedback,
  • conflict-resolution and collaboration-building abilities,
  • natural authority, ethical conduct, and high integrity,
  • emotional stability, self-reflection, and stress resilience

What We Offer:​​​​​​​

• an interesting and responsible position in an expert team of a leading research institution,
• pleasant and modern working environment in the NIMH campus,
• flexible working hours,
• 5 weeks of annual leave and 3 sick days per year (after probation period),
• contributions to pension insurance, meals, and leisure activities (Multisport card),
• on-site childcare facility (nursery),
• opportunities for professional growth, further education, and involvement in international projects,
• fixed-term employment with the possibility of extension depending on project duration,
• salary in accordance with the internal salary regulations and candidate’s experience.