Dean of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position:Lecturer at the Department of ChemistryWorkplace: Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech RepublicType of Contract: temporary position with 1-year contract (with possible extension), academicWorking Hours: 0,1-1 FTEExpected Start Date: negotiableNumber of Open Positions: 3 Pay: negotiableApplication Deadline: 14. 5. 2026About the Workplaceis modern, dynamic and the most attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 7 000 staff and 33 000 students, a wide range of research areas and a strong international position. We are the largest academic employer in the South Moravian Region., a holder of the by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty, offering university education (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of the Masaryk University generating around 40 % of MU research results.at the Faculty of Science MU is one of the largest departments of the Faculty of Science. Our research covers all the main fields of chemistry. Degree programs cover all levels, from bachelor's to doctoral level. We also participate in the teaching of several other study programs.Job DescriptionKey Duties:
Theoretical and practical teaching in the programs Chemistry and Chemistry and Technology of Materials for Conservation-Restoration in the Czech language.
Preparation of study materials.
Supervision of final theses.
Innovation of teaching.
Involvement in popularization activities of the Department of Chemistry.
Participation in the organizational support of pedagogical activities, incl. related administration.
Skills and Qualifications
Completed education in a doctoral study program in chemistry (PhD degree).
At least 5 years of experience teaching chemistry or experience teaching in the field of chemistry and technology of materials for conservation - restoration.
Excellent knowledge of Czech and English.
Previous research and publication activity welcome.
Excellent presentation skills and communication skills.
Responsible approach to assigned work tasks, reliability, pleasant demeanor.
Personal and professional prerequisites for independent pedagogical activity in the programs Chemistry and Chemistry and Technology of Materials for Conservation - Restoration and qualification growth.
Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to the director of the Department of Chemistry Assoc. Prof. Mgr. Petr Táborský, Ph.D. email taborsky@chemi.muni.cz, phone 549 49 1429.We Offer
Opportunities for personal and professional growth, further training and education.
Full-time work.
An interesting job in a dynamically-expanding university area.
Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility.
Employee benefits such as 8 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution/long-term investment product/nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, lunches in canteens of MU, Multisport card, psychological counselling, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí).
Opportunity to work and live in a
(for more information on costs of living, you can refer to ). provides support with your relocation to Brno.Application ProcessThe application shall be submitted online by 14. 5. 2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement.The candidate shall provide following:
CV.
Cover letter.
Overview of teaching experience.
After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz.Selection ProcessReceived applications will be considered carefully in line with . Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided.Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview.The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen .Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. .We are looking forward to hearing from you!
