Assistant Professor with Focus on Plant Biology

Brno - Czech Republic

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Academic Position at the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Faculty of AgriSciences

Research area: plant biology algal models

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is one of the 14 departments of the Faculty of AgriSciences at Mendel University in Brno. The UCB team consists of 80 employees who ensure scientific and educational development in the following areas: biochemistry (both plant and animal) and molecular biology microbiology algal and plant biotechnology nanotechnology and bioanalytical chemistry. In the educational field the UCB team is focused on assuring and developing two study programs undergraduate studies in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology and postgraduate studies in Biological Chemistry.

What will your job entail

leading lectures exercises and excursions in the field of algal and plant biology research
collaboration on lectures in both Czech and English
supervising consulting and opposing students thesis works
developing educational as well as scientific-research and creative activities in the field of plant biology and algal research
actively participating in solving research projects and grants
publishing results in professional and scientific journals and in the form of contributions at conferences and seminars

What do we expect from you

higher education at least at the doctoral level
knowledge of the English language at a minimum B1 level
experience in teaching in both Czech and English
experience with educational and/or scientific-research activities in the field of plant biology - algal research
active participation in solving research projects and grants
publishing results of scientific-research activities in professional journals and at conferences and seminars

What research experience do we require

experience working on scientific-research projects in the position of researcher/co-researcher or team member
provable practice in research in the area of algal research and algal technologies and their use in environmental protection (ecotoxicology) for a duration of 3 years
at least 7 publications in professional journals or at conferences

What will we appreciate additionally

ability to work independently as well as in a team
ability to communicate effectively
creative and innovative approach to finding solutions

What can we offer you

support for further career growth
involvement in a functioning research group
8 weeks of vacation
support for work-life balance
meal allowance (Edenred Card/canteen)
discounted MultiSport card
ITIC card with which you can obtain various discounts
opportunities to enjoy the benefits of a university environment such as sports courses at the Center for Sports Activities Counseling and Career Center Botanical Garden and Arboretum recreational facilities libraries and purchasing university products (game meat eggs beer wine Christmas trees etc.)
university nursery school summer day camps for employee children
after three years of employment a contribution to selected retirement savings products and long-term care insurance

Expected start date: May 2026

Duration of employment: for a fixed term of 3 years

Employment rate: 1.0 (40 hours per week)

Place of work: Brno

Have we caught your interest and would you like to become a part of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the Faculty of AgriSciences

Apply for the selection process by 9th April 2026 and send us:

professional CV
motivation letter
list of publications
overview of academic teaching

How do we conduct selection processes look forward to hearing from you!

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Academic Position at the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Faculty of AgriSciencesResearch area: plant biology algal modelsThe Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is one of the 14 departments of the Faculty of AgriSciences at Mendel University in Brno. The UCB team consists of 80 employ...