Assistant Specialising in Landscape Architecture

Academic Position at the Department of Landscape Architecture Faculty of Horticulture

Research Area: urban public space public space systems urban infrastructure landscape architecture and garden art theory and development of art architecture and urbanism

The Department of Landscape Architecture is an established creative and research workplace with a comprehensive scope of its activities the department consistently integrates theoretical research with creative practice emphasizing a balance between ecological sustainability aesthetic value and the quality of public space. This approach is applied across the entire field from the preservation of historical heritage to the design of healthy and aesthetically valuable environments for contemporary society. The identity of the department is defined by an emphasis on studio-based teaching international cooperation and solving real assignments in a multidisciplinary context. Key priorities include current civilizational challenges especially the adaptation of settlements to climate change the application of blue-green infrastructure the development of public space systems and sustainable development of urbanized landscapes.
More at: will your job involve

• leaching lectures exercises and seminars
• assisting/leads groups of students in design studios
• supervising and assessing students final theses
• involvement in the research and teaching activities of the department
• publishing and presenting the results of professional and research activities
• active participation in conferences and seminars
• exhibition activities
• organizing and leading public events and collaborating on other department activities
• collaboration in internal working groups according to the individual focus experience and skills of the applicant (PR science and research etc.)

What do we expect from you

• completed masters degree in Landscape Architecture or an equivalent field
• teaching skills motivation to work with students
• experience in independent creative work in the area of planning and designing landscape architecture objects or architecture construction and urbanism
• practical experience with implementations in the field of landscape architecture or architecture construction and urbanism
• excellent communication skills and knowledge of Czech at a high level
• ability to work responsibly and reliably in a team as well as independently based on a brief/work task
• involvement in the scientific-research activities of the workplace
• ability to work in at least some programs commonly used by landscape architects (AutoCAD (CAD) GIS (QGIS ArcGIS) 3D modeling (SketchUp Rhinoceros) visualization (Lumion Twinmotion) graphic programs (Adobe Photoshop Illustrator InDesign) BIM tools (Revit Archicad)

What would be an advantage

• authorization certificate from Česká komora architektů
• commencement of doctoral studies
• portfolio of professional publications registered in RIV and/or creative outputs registered in RUV
• experience with preparing submitting and solving grant projects
• experience with publishing in professional peer-reviewed publications and publicly presenting the results of research and creative activities
• experience with inventive drawing and using sketching in the design process knowledge of descriptive geometry
• experience in university environments and foreign internships (work educational research)
• active knowledge of English at a high level

What can we offer you

Stable background of a university workplace and long-term cooperation meaningful pedagogical and creative work where you can apply your experience and a friendly work environment based on open communication and mutual respect. We also offer you space for professional and career development engagement in scientific activities and cooperation with international partners (conferences seminars educational activities).

• 8 weeks of vacation
• support for work-life balance
• meal contribution (Edenred Card/canteen)
• discounted MultiSport card
• ITIC card which allows you to obtain various discounts
• the possibility to take advantage of university benefits such as sports courses at the Centre for Sports Activities Consulting and Career Centre Botanical Garden and Arboretum recreational facilities libraries and purchasing university products (game meat eggs beer wine Christmas trees etc.)
• university kindergarten summer day camps for employees children
• upon meeting conditions we contribute to selected retirement savings and long-term care insurance products

Expected start date: July 2026 or by agreement

Duration of employment: Fixed-term for 1 year with the prospect of extension

Workload: 0.4 (16 hours per week)

Workplace: Brno Czech Republic

Have we piqued your interest and you want to become a part of the Department of Landscape Architecture at the Faculty of Horticulture Apply for the selection process by May 15 2026 and send us:

• Professional CV
• Motivational letter
• Overview of academic teaching

How do selection processes work here look forward to seeing you!