Head of the Department of Geology and Soil Science

Academic position at the Department of Geology and Soil Science Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research area: geology and pedology forest ecology forestry landscape architecture

The departments of the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology at Mendel University in Brno represent modern and dynamic workplaces with a long tradition and robust scientific background. They offer an inspiring environment where quality teaching cutting-edge research and innovation intertwine across a wide range of fields. Thanks to excellent personnel and material facilities the departments provide education in all study programs and apply their expertise beyond the scope of the faculty.

At the Department of Geology and Soil Science we focus our activities on the applied approach to science in the fields of geology geomorphology pedology and archaeology extending into supportive disciplines such as biology biochemistry micromorphology hydrogeology and hydropedology. We interpret these disciplines from an environmental perspective with impacts in forestry landscape architecture arboriculture and nature conservation.

For more information about the workplace please visit: will your responsibilities be

• Planning organizing and supervising all aspects of the departments activities
• Managing the budget and resources of the department
• Directing academic and research staff and department employees including their regular evaluation
• Pedagogical and research activities in the field
• Ensuring high-quality teaching and student supervision
• Supporting research activities and obtaining grants for the department
• Collaborating with other departments

What do we expect from you

• Higher education - at least Ph.D. in geology and pedology forest ecology forestry landscape architecture or a related field; docent or professor rank is an advantage
• Excellent active knowledge of Czech and English for teaching and publication purposes
• Verifiable research activities in the fields of geology and pedology forest ecology forestry landscape architecture and related fields Experience publishing in journals with IF and managing research projects at both domestic and international levels
• Ability to navigate labor law regulations and economic rules of management in higher education
• Organizational managerial and communication skills
• Capabilities for teamwork and independent work
• Personal and professional prerequisites for pedagogical activity
• Motivation to work on personal development and professional growth

What additional qualities will we appreciate

• Experience in leadership positions and roles in the academic field

What can we offer you

• Pleasant environment of the university campus
• The opportunity to influence the direction of the faculty
• 8 weeks of vacation
• Support for work-life balance
• Meal allowance (Edenred Card/canteen)
• Discounted MultiSport card
• ITIC card for various discounts
• Access to the benefits of a university environment such as sports courses at the Centre for Sports Activities Counseling and Career Centre Botanical Garden and Arboretum recreational centers libraries and purchasing university products (game meat eggs beer wine Christmas trees etc.)
• University kindergarten and summer day camps for employees children
• After meeting conditions contributions toward selected retirement savings and long-term care insurance products

Expected start date: July 2026

Duration of employment: fixed-term no longer than December 31 2030

Workload: 1.0 (40 hours a week)

Place of work: Brno

Are you interested in becoming a part of the Department of Geology and Soil Science at the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Apply for the selection process by June 5 2026 and send us the following documents:

• Professional CV
• Cover letter
• List of publications
• Overview of academic teaching
• Development concept for the department in personnel educational and research areas
• List of 5 most significant creative achievements in the last 5 years and an overview of the most significant projects undertaken

How do selection processes work with us look forward to your response!