Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic invites
excellent scientists to apply for
Research Group Leader
in Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATMP) Research & Development
The Faculty of Medicine of Masaryk University in Brno is hosting The Central
European Advanced Therapy and Immunotherapy Centre (CREATIC), a Horizon
Europe Teaming for Excellence centre set up in collaboration with Fraunhofer
IZI, University of Leipzig and University of Copenhagen
(www. creatic.muni.cz). The CREATIC centre started in January 2024 and will
enable a scientific career development of high potential early-career
researchers with significant international experience.
Currently, we are looking for a new Research group leader (RGL) who would
like to develop himself/herself both professionally and personally and start
an own research group. Research Group Leader will contribute significantly to
advancing the field of ATMP research and driving scientific innovation within
the National Institute for Cancer Research – so far, the largest project of
academic cancer research in the Czech Republic. The activities of the new
research group will be covered by the Centre CREATIC.
His/her main tasks will include:
Research Leadership: Lead and oversee research projects related to ATMPs,
including cell and gene therapy development, manufacturing, and regulatory
issues. Develop and execute research plans in line with the center's
objectives.
Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and supervise early-career researchers
within their research group. Foster a collaborative and supportive
research environment conducive to scientific excellence and career
development.
Publication and Grant Writing: Publish research findings in high-impact
journals and secure external funding through grant writing and project
proposals. Maintain a strong publication record and actively seek
opportunities for research funding.
International Collaboration: Collaborate with researchers and institutions
nationally and internationally to enhance research networks and promote
knowledge exchange. Actively participate in international scientific
conferences and meetings.
The successful candidate should:
hold a Ph.D. degree;
research activity at the level of R3 - national expert, preferably at
internationally competitive level;
at least 1 external project as PI or co-PI currently being implemented;
demonstrate a sufficient publication activity:
20 original papers, 10 of which as first or corresponding author, 5 in IF journals, 3 of which as first or corresponding author, and 1 above the field median in WoS,
in case of a first-author original paper in Q1, the minimum number of original papers is 10, 5 of which as first or corresponding author, might be negotiated;
sufficient citations in WoS: 35 citations without self-citations
H-index > 15 for group leader candidates over 40 years of age;
active involvement in international scientific cooperation;
regular active participation in international scientific conferences;
eligibility to lead a research group.
Specific criteria:
have experience in the field of cell and/or gene research,
have experience with CAR cell development and/or manufacturing or gene
therapy development and/or manufacturing (an advantage),
is familiar with ATMP regulatory issues (an advantage),
have excellent communication skills and teamwork.
MU offers the opportunity to get:
an opportunity to start a career as leader and in an own research group,
diverse and challenging work in an excellent research environment
initial contract for 18 months
a professional team and pleasant working conditions;
interaction with leading scientists in an inspiring, internationalized
environment;
Welcome office service for the successful candidate and his/her family.
Workplace: University Campus Bohunice, Kamenice 5, 625 00, Brno, Czech
Republic
Contract type: initial contract for 18 months
Anticipated start date: 1 June 2024 or upon agreement
Submission deadline: 24. 5. 2024
The application should include ( Please submit e-application
below):
a CV including a list of publication activity (for the last 5 years,
proving prescribed publication activity in the field);
a cover letter describing the applicant's interest in research in our
field of study (max. 1 A4 page);
a diploma (recognition for diplomas from foreign institutions);
two reference persons (name, position, e‑mail and phone number).
application form inc. research group topic and intention, please
download it here .
( https: // is.muni.cz/go/02b9jy )
If you are unable to download the form, please email us
[email protected] and we will send it to you.
A review of applications will start immediately after the deadline. Short-
listed candidates will be invited for interview.
For more information about position, please contact us at [email protected]
or [email protected]
Further information about:
Faculty of Medicine is available at: https: // www. med.muni.cz/en
Masaryk University is available at: https: // www. muni.cz/en
Brno is available at: https: // www. gotobrno.cz/en/