Assistant Professor in Theoretical Computer Science

Offer Description

In accordance with the The Competitive Hiring Process Code of Charles University, the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of Charles University announces opening of the following position with submission deadline January 31, 2027

We invite applications for a faculty position at the rank of an assistant professor in the area of theoretical computer science. We are looking for candidates that would complement and/or strengthen existing research areas in our institute. Strong candidates from all areas of theoretical computer science will be considered. For further information about our research see http://iuuk.mff.cuni.cz/. Informal inquiries are welcome and may be sent to Robert Samal samal@iuuk.mff.cuni.cz. A successful candidate is expected to pursue an active research program, teach advanced and introductory classes and possibly supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates are expected to have a proven international research record and significant experience abroad (Ph.D. studies or postdoctoral fellowship). A PhD in computer science or a closely related field is required at the time of starting the contract. The contract duration is three years. Potentially, the position is renewable. This is a tenure-track position, a habilitation (associate professor promotion) and a permanent position is a standard possibility (subject to a separate review process). In justified cases, e.g., if the applicant completes his doctoral studies in the period between the submission of the application and the date of starting the employment relationship, the applicant must provide proof of the completed doctoral studies before signing the employment contract, but no later than 9 months after the application deadline.

Application Instructions

Upload the application and the required documents in digital form via the website provided below.

If any recommendation letters are required, the applicant is responsible to ensure that they are properly delivered. The website allows to send requests for recommendation letters which are then uploaded by their authors.

Candidates who progress to the second round of the selection procedure will be invited to an interview. The interview may be conducted by means of information and communication technology if justified, at the request of the candidate. The Committee may invite selected candidates to give a lecture to the academic community of the Faculty.

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Qualifications

Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in a relevant area by the starting date, awarded at most 8 years ago (excluding parental leave), research and teaching experience in a relevant field, positive attitude towards pedagogical work, ability to integrate research and teaching activities as well as supervising student theses, publication record in impact journals and/or conference proceedings and publication media recognized by the community in the relevant area, experience from foreign academic or research institutions.

Expertise

• theoretical computer science, discrete mathematics

Required Documents

• structured CV
• education credentials, proof of academic degrees and ranks
• motivation letter
• letter(s) of recommendation
• list of publication activity
• minimum number of letters of recommendation: 2

Job offer code: 202701-AP2-MFF-IUUK-080

Published: 2026-09-01

Starting date by agreement: Yes

Hours per week: 40

Duration: 3 years

Pay grade: AP2

Salary conditions: Starting salary from CZK 65,000 to CZK 75,000

Contract for an indefinite period: No

Work location: Prague

Contact: positions@matfyz.cuni.cz (Official e-mail)

samal@iuuk.mff.cuni.cz (Informal e-mail)

Where to apply

Website: positions@matfyz.cuni.cz

Work Location(s)

• Number of offers available: 1
• Company/Institute: Charles University, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics
• Country: Czech Republic
• City: Praha
• Postal Code: 121 16
• Street: Ke Karlovu 2027/3

Contact

City: Praha

Street: Ke Karlovu 2027/3

Postal Code: 121 16