Head of the Department of Mathematics

Academic Position at the Department of Mathematics Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research Area: Mathematics and Geometry

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 top-notch research and innovation intersect across a wide range of fields. Thanks to excellent personnel and material equipmen the departments provide education in all study programs and apply their expertise beyond the faculty.

The Department of Mathematics provides instruction in subjects focused on the use of mathematics and geometry for most fields at the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology and also for several fields at the Faculty of Agronomy. The role of the department consists of working with students fostering rigorous thinking creating an overview of the possibilities of using quantitative methods improving spatial imagination and graphical expression skills.

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
• Leadership of academic and research staff including regular evaluation
• Teaching and research activities in the field
• Ensuring a high quality of education and student guidance
• Support for research activities and securing grants for the department
• Collaboration with other departments

What do we expect from you

• A university degree - minimum Ph.D. in mathematics geometry or a related field; holding the title of associate professor or professor is an advantage
• Excellent active knowledge of Czech knowledge of English for teaching and publishing purposes
• Demonstrable research activities in mathematics geometry or 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 in higher education
• Organizational managerial and communication skills
• Ability to work both in teams and independently
• Personal and professional predispositions for teaching activities
• Willingness to work on 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

• A pleasant university campus environment
• The opportunity to influence the direction of the faculty
• 8 weeks of vacation
• Support for work-life balance
• Meal contribution (Edenred Card/canteen)
• Discounted MultiSport card
• ITIC which allows you to access various discounts
• Access to the benefits of the university environment such as sports courses offered by the Sports Activities Center Counseling and Career Center Botanical Garden and Arboretum recreation centers libraries and the opportunity to purchase university products (game eggs beer wine fish etc.)
• University nursery and summer day camps for staff children
• Upon meeting conditions contributions for selected retirement savings and long-term care insurance products

Expected Start Date: July 2026

Duration of Employment: Fixed term maximum until December 31 2030

Workload: 1.0 (40 hours per week)

Work Location: Brno

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

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

• Curriculum vitae
• Motivation letter
• List of publications
• Overview of academic teaching
• Development concept for the department in personnel educational and scientific research areas
• List of the 5 most significant results of creative work in the past 5 years and an overview of the most significant projects undertaken

How do our selection processes work look forward to your response!