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Junior Researcher in the Field of Neurocognitive and Mental Health and Physical Activity

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The Dean of the Faculty of Education at the University of Ostrava announces a selection procedure for the position for the "Research of Excellence on Digital Technologies and Wellbeing" project, Reg. No. CZ.02.01.01/00/22_008/0004583

  • Junior Researcher in the Field of Neurocognitive and Mental Health and Physical Activity

Workplace

  • Faculty of Education, Department of Human Movement Studies

Position classification

  • Researcher II (Junior Researcher)

This position was created with financial support from the European Union as part of the project "Research in of Excellence on Digital Technologies and Wellbeing," registration no. CZ.02.01.01/00/22_008/0004583.

Job description

  • Research focusing on neurocognitive functions, mental health, and/or neuroimaging of brain structures and functions
  • Collection, verification, and analysis of data from cognitive tests
  • Ideally, also analysis of data from structural and functional brain MRI
  • Publishing within the framework of the project

Qualification requirements – required

  • A completed doctoral degree in health sciences, psychology, neuropsychology, psychophysiology, public health, or biomedical engineering
  • No more than 7 years have passed since the completion of the doctoral program
  • Proficiency in English
  • Flexibility regarding work hours (irregular schedule, including morning and afternoon shifts on weekdays and weekends)
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • A positive attitude toward work, responsibility, reliability, independence, and attention to detail
  • Good interpersonal skills and a pleasant demeanor
  • Analytical skills
  • Willingness to learn

Research level

  • R2 – Recognized

The expected form of employment

  • 0.5 FTE (with the possibility of increasing the FTE by agreement)

The duration of employment

  • The employment contract will be for a fixed term.

The expected start date

  • 1 September 2026, or as agreed

Wage conditions

  • The salary is based on the classification according to the university′s internal salary regulations and also depends on the candidate′s experience and involvement in research grant activities.

Benefits

  • 6 weeks of vacation per calendar year;
  • 5 days of sick leave (starting at 0.5 FTE);
  • Meal vouchers worth CZK 123/day (starting at 0.7 FTE);
  • Flexible working hours and the option to work from home occasionally;
  • Support for sports activities, e.g. through the MultiSport employee program;
  • English language courses and other educational courses;
  • Discounts on rent with Heimstaden;
  • Elánek nursery for employees′ children and a 50% discount on nursery fees;
  • University library services and free access to e-books;
  • 15% discount on books at the University Shop and bookstore – OUShop;
  • Discounted mobile phone rates as part of the T-Mobile benefits program;
  • Work in a professional team at a stable employer;
  • A supportive organizational policy and culture, pleasant working environment.

The language in which the selection procedure will be conducted

  • Czech

Documents required from the participant

Application deadline

  • 20 June 2026 (inclusive)

Information about the selection procedure

The Dean of the Faculty of Education reserves the right to invite only selected applicants for a personal interview and also the right not to select any applicant. The selection process may be canceled or announced repeatedly.

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