Offer Description
We are seeking a motivated Ph.D. candidate in Water Management and Water Engineering to join an interdisciplinary research project funded by the Czech Science Foundation:
Project No. 26-23833S – “Multiphysics interaction of ice with flow in variably saturated porous media.”
The successful candidate will participate in experimental and modelling research focused on freeze–thaw processes and transport phenomena in porous media.
Where to apply
E-mail: martina.sobotkova@fsv.cvut.cz
Skills/Qualifications
Applicants must hold an M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in Water Management, Water Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
The following experience will be considered an advantage:
- Laboratory methods in soil physics,
- Porous media research,
- 3D image analysis.
Required skills:
- Working knowledge of programming (preferably Python, R, or MATLAB),
- Good command of English (reading and writing).
Additional Information
Benefits
- Participation in an ambitious interdisciplinary research project funded by Czech Science Foundation.
- Initial appointment for 36 – 48 months.
- Net monthly salary of approximately 24 500 CZK, with the possibility of applying for additional student stipends (minimum 12 000 CZK net monthly); see the Numbeo database for the cost of living in Prague.
- An informal and inclusive international working environment at The Department of Landscape Water Conservation.
- Office facilities located on the Czech Technical University in Prague’s Dejvice campusPrague regularly ranks among the top five European cities to live in (cf. Time Out Magazine index for 2021).
- Full social and health insurance.
- 30 days of paid annual leave.
- Children’s corner, kindergarten, and elementary school operated by the Czech Technical University in Prague.
- Additional benefits such as subsidized meals, yearly benefits supporting recreational and sports activities, as well as health care programs.
- Relocation assistance via the EURAXESS Czech Republic office.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must hold an M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in Water Management, Water Engineering, Soil Science, Environmental Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
The following experience will be considered an advantage:
- Laboratory methods in soil physics,
- Porous media research,
- 3D image analysis.
Required skills:
- Working knowledge of programming (preferably Python, R, or MATLAB),
- Good command of English (reading and writing).
Selection process
Interested candidates are invited to provide their basic contact information at:
Applicants should submit:
- Motivation letter (up to two pages) describing research interests and goals.
- Academic CV including a detailed list of publications (if applicable).
- Contact details for two referees.
- Master’s transcript (required) and Bachelor’s transcript (recommended).
- Copy or link to the Master’s thesis.
- Date of MSc degree completion or expected defense date.
Applications should be sent to the following email address: martina.sobotkova@fsv.cvut.cz
Only complete applications received by 31 March 2026 will be fully considered.
Application review will begin immediately. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews no later than 30 April 2026, when the evaluation committee will invite shortlisted candidates to the interview stage (in person for applicants residing in the Czech Republic; online for all other candidates).
Additional comments
Further information
â—Ź About the project and research topics: please feel free to contact Assoc. Prof. Michal Snehota michal.snehota@cvut.cz.
● About employment conditions or living in Prague: please consult the comprehensive info collected by EURAXESS Czech Republic or contact Eliška Blümlová at: eliska.blumlova@fsv.cvut.cz.
â—Ź About Ph.D. studies at CTU, please consult the basic information compiled here,
