Researcher in Virology

Institution: Central European Institute of Technology (CEITEC MU)
Research Group: Pavel Plevka Research Group
Location: Brno
Deadline: 17 May 2026
Start Date: Flexible
Job Type: Full-time
Field: Science and Research

???? About the Position

Join a leading structural virology lab focused on:

• Virus replication mechanisms

• Structural analysis of:

  • Human picornaviruses

  • Flaviviruses

  • Bacteriophages infecting pathogenic bacteria

The lab has access to state-of-the-art cryo-EM facilities and is supported by major funding, including an ERC Consolidator Grant—meaning strong research resources and independence.

???? Ideal Candidate Profile

✅ Must-have

• PhD in:

  • Virology

  • Structural biology

  • Biochemistry

  • Molecular biology (or related field)

• Strong publication record

• Fluency in English

➕ Preferred / Advantage

• Experience with:

  • Cryo-EM / cryo-ET / X-ray crystallography

  • Tissue culture

  • Genetic modification (bacteria/phages)

  • Programming skills

• Collaborative mindset and communication skills

???? What You Get

• Access to cutting-edge research facilities

• ERC-funded competitive salary

• Flexible working hours

• 6 weeks paid vacation

• Medical insurance + pension/kindergarten support

• Multisport card + mental health support

• On-campus daycare

• Strong institutional support:

  • Welcome Office

  • Grant Office

  • Postdoc Peer Committee

• Regular academic events (workshops, conferences, etc.)

???? Application Details

Deadline: 17 May 2026
Start Date: Flexible

Required Documents:

• CV

• Motivation letter

• List of publications

• Contacts for at least two referees

Submission: via e-application system

Contact for issues: darja.horakova@ceitec.muni.cz

???? Quick Insight (Important)

This is a highly specialized postdoc. You should realistically apply only if you have:

• A PhD in life sciences AND

• Some research experience in virology / structural biology / molecular biology