Head of the Department of Foreset Ecology

Academic position at the Department of Forest Ecology Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research area: forest ecology forest protection forestry

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 high-quality teaching top-level research and innovation intertwine across a wide range of fields. With excellent personnel and material resources the departments provide education in all study programs and apply their expertise beyond the faculty.

The Department of Forest Ecology addresses a wide range of ecological topics (primary and secondary production ecological stability and biodiversity) in the landscape. We are interested in the relationships between organisms and their environment climate substances and humans. The workplace is particularly focused on scientific achievements as evidenced by prestigious results but we also enjoy teaching. We work on projects with many of our domestic and international partners with a significant outreach to practice.

For more information about the workplace visit: will your job entail

• Planning organization and oversight of all aspects of the departments activities
• Management of the departments budget and resources
• Management of academic and research staff including their regular evaluation
• Pedagogical and research activities in the field
• Ensuring high-quality teaching and student supervision
• Support for research activities and obtaining grants for the department
• Collaboration with other departments

What do we expect from you

• Higher education - at least a Ph.D. in forest ecology forest protection forestry or a related field; the title of associate professor or professor is an advantage
• Excellent active knowledge of Czech knowledge of the English language for teaching and publishing purposes
• Documented research activities in the field of forest ecology forest protection forestry or related fields experience with 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
• Aptitude for teamwork and independent work
• Personal and professional prerequisites for pedagogical activity
• Desire to work on further personal development and professional growth

What additional qualities will we appreciate

• Experience in leadership positions and roles in the academic sphere

What can we offer you

• Pleasant campus environment of the university
• The ability 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 which allows you to access various discounts
• The opportunity to utilize the benefits of the university environment such as sports courses from the Center for Sports Activities Counseling and Career Center Botanical Garden and Arboretum recreational facilities libraries and the purchase of university products (game meat eggs beer wine Christmas trees etc.)
• University kindergarten and summer day camps for employees children
• Upon meeting conditions we contribute to selected products for retirement savings and long-term care insurance

Expected start date: July 2026

Employment duration: for a fixed term no longer than until December 31 2030

Workload: 1.0 (40 hours per week)

Work location: Brno

Are you interested in becoming part of the Department of Forest Ecology 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
• Letter of motivation
• List of publications
• Overview of academic teaching
• Concept for the development of the respective department in the areas of personnel educational and research activities
• List of the 5 most significant results of creative activity 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!