Offer Description
Academic Position at the Department of Silviculture, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology
Research Area: Forest Establishment, Seed Production, and Nursery Management
The department is engaged in both pedagogical and scientific research activities in the field of forestry. It primarily addresses current issues of forest cultivation in relation to the adaptation of forest ecosystems to changing environmental conditions and societal needs. It collaborates in practical education and projects with both domestic and foreign institutions.
More information about the workplace: ldf.mendelu.cz/en/about-faculty/leadership-and-structure/department-of-silviculture
What will your job responsibilities be?
- Leading lectures, exercises, and excursions in the fields of forest establishment, seed production, nursery management, and tree breeding in both Czech and English
- Testing and verifying students' knowledge
- Supervising, consulting, and reviewing bachelor's theses
- Collaborating on scientific research and creative activities in the field
- Assisting in the preparation and implementation of grant and other projects
- Publishing results in professional and scientific journals and presenting at conferences and seminars
- Engagement in activities associated with the university's third role
What do we expect from you?
- University education at least at the master’s level, focusing on forestry, forest engineering, or a related field, initiation of doctoral studies is an advantage
- Excellent knowledge of the Czech language, ability to teach in Czech and English, and publish professional works in English
- Ability to independently conduct classes and prepare study materials
- Knowledge of modern teaching methods, digital tools, and trends in higher education
- Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills
- Active approach to scientific, publishing, and project activities
- Ability to work both independently and in a team
- Proactive, responsible, and reliable approach to fulfilling work tasks
- User knowledge of MS Office and online teaching tools
- Certification of professional competence of the second degree for handling plant protection products
- Willingness to participate in the development of study programs and departmental activities
- Valid driver’s license category B (active driver)
What research experience do we require?
- Experience in solving research projects in the relevant field
- Experience in field research, including data collection, processing, and evaluation
- Publication activity and experience in publishing research results in professional journals
What additional skills will we appreciate?
- Experience with seed production and nursery management
- Experience in teaching and conducting seminars or exercises
What can we offer you?
- Work in an inspiring academic environment
- Involvement in applied research with a real impact on practice
- Access to top-notch equipment and modern technologies
- Support for professional and career development, including participation in conferences and educational events
- Opportunity to participate in innovative projects and development in the field
- 8 weeks of vacation
- Support for work-life balance
- Meal vouchers (Edenred Card/canteen)
- Discounted MultiSport card
- ITIC card, which grants various discounts
- Opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the university environment, such as sports courses at the Sports Activity Center, Counseling and Career Center, Botanical Garden and Arboretum, recreational facilities, libraries, and purchasing university products (game, eggs, beer, wine, fish, etc.)
- University kindergarten, summer day camps for staff children
- Upon meeting conditions, a contribution towards selected retirement savings products and long-term care insurance
Number of vacancies: 1
Expected start date: by agreement
Duration of employment: fixed term until 30 June 2029
Workload: 0.5 (20 hours per week)
Workplace: Brno, Czech Republic
Are you interested? Apply for the selection process by 25 September 2026 and submit your application via the response form https://app.recruitis.io/answer/form/gs7gD3krgPhlDGIMalxP2sXBdgU9Q6Tm/cs
Please include:
- professional resume
- motivation letter
- list of publications, if relevant
- overview of academic teaching, if relevant
How do our selection processes work? orlz.mendelu.cz/en/selection-procedure
We look forward to meeting you!
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