Head of the Department of Design and Furniture

Academic position at the Department of Design and Furniture Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research area: design furniture woodworking

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 a robust scientific background. They offer an inspiring environment where high-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.

The mission of the department is to provide education focused on preparing a new generation of experts in the fields of design furniture production and research. The department not only strives to convey knowledge and skills but also to support the individual creativity and critical thinking of each student. The goal is to allow students to develop their unique approaches and ideas without being constrained by traditional dogmas and clichés. The department also aims to link theoretical knowledge with practical experience so that students can respond to current challenges in the field and contribute to innovations in the furniture industry.

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

• Planning organizing and supervising all aspects of the departments activities
• Managing the departments budget and resources
• Leading academic and research personnel and staff including regular evaluations
• Pedagogical and research activities in the field
• Ensuring high quality of teaching and student guidance
• Supporting research activities and obtaining grants for the department
• Collaborating with other departments

What do we expect from you

• Higher education - at least a Ph.D. in design furniture woodworking or a related field; associate professor or professor titles are an advantage
• Excellent active knowledge of Czech knowledge of English for teaching and publishing purposes
• Documentable research activities in design furniture woodworking and related fields experience publishing in journals with IF and managing research projects at domestic and international levels
• Ability to navigate labor laws and economic rules in higher education management
• Organizational managerial and communication skills
• Capability for both team and independent work
• Personal and professional qualities for pedagogical work
• Willingness to work on personal development and professional growth

What additional skills will we value

• Experience in leadership positions and roles in the academic sphere

What can we offer you

• Pleasant campus environment
• 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 which provides various discounts
• The possibility to utilize the advantages of the 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 eggs beer wine fish etc.)
• On-site nursery and summer day camps for employees children
• Upon meeting conditions contributions to selected retirement savings and long-term care insurance products

Expected start date: July 2026

Duration of employment: fixed term until December 31 2030

Workload: 1.0 (40 hours per week)

Workplace: Brno

Are you interested in becoming part of the Department of Design and Furniture at the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

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

• 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 here look forward to your response!