Lecturer in Languages

Masaryk University

Department: Department of Romance Languages and Literatures – Faculty of Arts
Deadline: 18 December 2025
Start date: 1 February 2026
Job type: Full-time
Job field: Education and schooling

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e-Application

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University, announces an open competition for the position of Lecturer.

Workplace: Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
Position Type: Academic position
EU Researcher Profile: R1
Working Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Employment Contract Type: Fixed term (1-year contract with possibility of extension)
Number of Open Positions: 1

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Who Are We Looking For

The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures is looking for a lecturer specializing in teaching Portuguese as a foreign language to bachelor’s (A1–B1) and master’s (B2–C1) students.

Prerequisites:

• Completed master’s degree in Portuguese Language and Literature or Teaching Portuguese to Foreigners (for applicants from abroad)
• Experience in teaching practical language at a university is an advantage

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Main Job Content

Pedagogical:

• Teaching practical language subjects for bachelor’s degree students (normative grammar, vocabulary, written expression)
• Supervision and review of bachelor’s theses
• Participation in organizational management of educational activities within the department

Research:

• Previous independent publishing activity in teaching Portuguese as a foreign language is an advantage, but not required

Other:

• Operational and administrative tasks as instructed by the head of department, including:
  • Routine course management (e-learning, communication with students via MUNI IS)
  • Promotion of the field and its study at FFMU

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We Request

Professional education, qualifications and experience:

• Master’s degree in Portuguese Language and Literature or Teaching Portuguese to Foreigners – required
• Experience teaching Portuguese to university students – advantage

Length of experience required:

• Previous experience is not required, but is an advantage

Language skills:

• Native Portuguese speaker – required
• English language skills at B2 level or higher – required
• Knowledge of another Romance language – advantage

Other requirements:

• Basic computer skills (MS Office, MS Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Ability to use modern teaching tools and materials
• Support for active student participation
• Conceptual and systematic approach to teaching
• Organizational skills, carefulness, responsibility, reliability, patience, and empathy

Additional advantage:

• Experience working in an academic environment
• Experience in other areas of education

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We Offer

Working environment:

• Stable environment in a prestigious institution
• Employment at a faculty awarded the HR Excellence in Research
• Access to interesting projects and international, interdisciplinary teams
• Friendly and inspiring working environment
• Convenient location in city centre
• Supportive work-life balance

Employee benefits:

• 8 weeks paid vacation per year
• Flexible working hours, possibility of remote work
• Meal allowance or canteen meals
• Pension contribution or nursery/ playgroup allowance
• Selected vaccinations free of charge
• Favorable mobile tariffs (Vodafone), MultiSport card, sports lessons
• Nursery school Elánek for employees’ children

Training and development:

• Language and other courses provided by MU
• Use of MU libraries and resources
• Opportunities for placements, mobilities abroad, and conference participation

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How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the electronic application link by 18 December 2025 and include:

• Cover letter
• Structured CV with overview of previous experience
• Copies of proof of education

Note: CV must include current employers in accordance with Czech law (Section 70(5) of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., on Higher Education Institutions).

After submission, applicants will receive automatic confirmation. Next steps will be communicated after the application deadline.

For questions, contact the FF MU Personnel Office:

• Mgr. Lída Oplatková
• Email: oplatkova@phil.muni.cz

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Selection Process

Selection criteria:

• Submission of all required documents
• Compliance with job requirements

Process:

1. Pre-selection: Committee assesses profiles and CVs, focusing on:
   • Fulfillment of degree requirements
   • Previous teaching experience
   • Shortlist compiled and applicants notified via email
2. Teaching demonstration: Short 30-minute teaching demonstration for shortlisted candidates
3. Interview: Discussion of teaching demo and CV, expectations regarding the position. Can be in person or via videoconference

Selection procedure rules at the Faculty of Arts of MU: available on the careers page

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More Information

About Masaryk University:

• Second largest university in Czech Republic
• 10 faculties, over 6,000 employees, 32,000 students
• Strong international position, research-oriented

About the Faculty of Arts:

• Founded in 1919, research-oriented, generates ~20% of MU research volume
• Over 600 employees, 6,000+ students
• Holder of HR Excellence in Research Award (since 2021)
• Website: https://www.phil.muni.cz/en/
• Facebook: Faculty of Arts MU

Department of Romance Languages and Literatures:

• Information available on the Faculty website

Contact for questions:

• doc. Mgr. Iva Svobodová, Ph.D
• Email: 9255@mail.muni.cz
• Telephone: +420 549 49 7295