At the Laboratory of Functional Biointerfaces at the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, we focus on the development and study of functional nanolayers that can resist unwanted surface contamination – so-called antifouling coatings. These special surfaces find broad applications in medicine, biosensing, and industry. Our goal is to understand and control the processes that allow us to tailor surfaces with properties precisely suited to their intended application.
What will you do?
- Get familiar with methods for preparing, characterizing, and applying functional nanolayers.
- Learn techniques for post-modifying polymer films to anchor bioreceptors onto surfaces.
- Measure and evaluate surface properties using methods such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR), spectroscopic ellipsometry, and Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM).
- Gain hands-on experience in polymer layer and solution-phase polymer synthesis.
Who are we looking for?
- Students of natural or technical sciences – ideally chemistry, physics, nanotechnology, materials engineering, or biophysics.
- Curious and careful individuals who enjoy lab work, technology, and interdisciplinary science.
- No previous experience is required – just enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and an interest in modern materials.
What do we offer?
- The opportunity to take part in top-level international research on functional surfaces.
- Practical experience with advanced analytical methods and experimental techniques.
- Individual mentoring, a friendly atmosphere, and the freedom to bring your own ideas.
- A chance to connect physics, chemistry, and materials engineering in practice.
Take a peek into the world of nanolayers!
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