Assistant with a focus on agricultural phytopathology

  • Brno, Jihomoravský
  • Dočasný pracovní poměr
  • Plný úvazek
  • Před 1 dnem
Offer DescriptionAcademic Position at the The Department of Crop Science, Breeding and Plant Protection, Faculty of AgriSciencesResearch area: diseases of field, garden, and ornamental plantsThe plant protection team focuses on the comprehensive study of plant pathogens and pests with the aim of their reliable identification and effective protection of plant production. Team members engage in both molecular and morphological determination of fungi, bacteria, viruses, and animal pests. They connect modern laboratory methods with classical diagnostic approaches. The results of their work contribute to the protection of agricultural and ornamental plants. Emphasis is placed on sustainable and targeted plant protection.What will your responsibilities be?
  • conducting lectures, practicals, and excursions in the fields of Plant Protection, Phytotechnology, Agricultural Engineering, Professional Agriculture, General Agriculture
  • collaboration on lectures in both Czech and English
  • supervising, consulting, and reviewing students' theses
  • developing educational and scientific-research activities in the field
  • actively participating in research projects and grants
  • publishing results in professional and scientific journals, and presenting at conferences and seminars
What do we expect from you?
  • higher education at least at the master's level in the field of phytopathology, plant protection, or a related field
  • excellent knowledge of Czech and English
  • orientation in the field, ability to perform expert work
  • potential for scientific-research activities
  • publishing activity
  • driving license group B, active driver
What additional qualifications will we appreciate?
  • completed or ongoing Ph.D. studies in the field
  • teaching experience
What can we offer you?
  • 8 weeks of vacation
  • support for work-life balance
  • meal contribution (Edenred Card/canteen)
  • discounted MultiSport card
  • ITIC card, with which you can obtain various discounts
  • the possibility of utilizing the benefits of a university environment, such as sports courses from the Center for Sports Activities, Counseling and Career Center, Botanical Garden and Arboretum, recreation centers, 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
Number of vacancies: 1Expected start date: June 2026Duration of employment: 3 yearsWorkload: 1.0 (40 hours per week)Workplace: BrnoAre you interested and want to become part of the Department of Crop Science, Breeding and Plant Protection at the Faculty of AgriSciences?Apply for the selection process by May 15, 2026 and send us:
  • professional CV
  • cover letter
How do we conduct selection processes? orlz.mendelu.cz/en/selection-procedureWe look forward to seeing you!Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsAdditional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Mendel University in Brno Country Czech Republic City Brno Postal Code 613 00 Street Zemědělská 1665/ 1 GeofieldSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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