Department: Institute for Research in School Education – Faculty of Education
Deadline: 6 Sep 2024
Start date: 01.10.2024
Job type: full-time | part-time
Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling

THE DEAN OF THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION, Masaryk University in Brno

In accordance with Section 77 of Act No. 111/98, Coll. announces a competition for the position of

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

Workplace: Institute for Research in School Education 
University/Faculty: MasarykUniversity/Faculty of Education
Employment: fixed-term with the possibility of extension
Level of employment: part-time 0.5, full-time 1.0
The work position category: R2 
Start date: 1 October 2024
Number of positions opened: 1
Closing date for applications: 6.9.2024

Institute for Research in School Education is a specialised department of the Faculty of Education, Masaryk University. Its mission is to develop research in school education in broader interdisciplinary contexts. Research attention is primarily focused on the conditions, processes, and outcomes of education in schools of various types and levels. The motto "better education through research" commits the Institute to provide a deeper understanding of educational reality and develop evidence for improving school practice.

More information about the faculty can be found at the end of the advertisement and about the Institute on the website https://ivsv.ped.muni.cz.

YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION

The assistant professor performs activities related to both the teaching and research aspects of the academic profession:

• Conducts independent research in accordance with the research profile of the Institute - the specific thematic focus will be subject to agreement between the applicant and the head of the Institute. Outputs of this activity include publications (articles in indexed professional journals, book chapters published by reputable publishers, etc.) and participation in local and international professional forums (conferences and seminars).
• Prepares research and development projects and participates in their implementation.
• Supervises, examines, and consults bachelor's and master's theses at various departments of the Faculty of Education, Masaryk University, acts as a supervisor or consultant in doctoral study programs, and participates in teaching and other activities in doctoral studies.
• Is a member of examination boards for final and state final examinations.
• Performs operational and administrative activities related to the agreed type of work according to the department head's instructions.

OUR REQUIREMENTS

Professional education and qualifications experience:

• Graduate of a master's program in pedagogy, teaching, psychology, sociology, or related fields.
• Completed doctoral study program (PhD) in pedagogy, andragogy, didactics of a specific field, psychology, sociology, or related fields.
• Excellent knowledge of the Czech language.
• Active knowledge of the English language (minimum level B2).
• Potential for national and international research activities documented by a list of publications and professional activities relevant to the thematic profile of the Institute.
• Experience in teaching at the university level.

Other knowledge and skills: (required)

• Planning and conducting research, publishing in local and international renowned journals.
• User knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and of secure management of data, information, and digital content; ability to collaborate through digital technologies (MS Teams, ZOOM, etc.).
• Knowledge and skills in qualitative and/or quantitative research methodology in educational research.
• Good organizational and communication skills, independence, responsibility, reliability, and the Capacity to independently conceive and develop original research initiatives, projects, and innovative teaching methodologies.
• Ability to manage a varied workload.

WE OFFER

Employee benefits

• Eight weeks of vacation, flexible working hours, pension contribution,
• meals in MU canteens, 
• possibility to use sports facilities in Brno.

Work environment

• Employment in a prestigious institution awarded the HR Excellence in Research Award,
• combining science with teaching activities,
• a well-equipped working environment in a well accessible location in Brno.

Education and development

• Career development and growth, the possibility of being assigned a mentor on entry, 
• education, language and other courses provided by MU, use of MUNI libraries,
• possibility to take advantage of foreign stays and internships, participation in conferences.

HOW TO APPLY?

Apply via the online application link until September 6, 2024 and submit the required documents:

• Structured CV in PDF format (min. 1 A4),
• Cover letter in PDF format,
• The intention of own research activity (for a period of two years) in accordance with the research profile of the Institute (in PDF format, max. 4 A4),
• Copy of diploma from the highest level of education (without notarial certificate),
• A structured list of publications and professional activities (participation in conferences, research and others).

In the days following the application deadline, you will receive information about further procedures

MORE INFORMATION

Submitting the required documents when sending the e-application

In case of failure to provide the copies via the e-application, the applicant will be at most once asked to provide them by a specific date. If he/she fails to submit the materials by that date, he/she will not be admitted to the next round of the selection process, which is the interview.

Selection process and selection criteria

1. submission of all required documents in the e-application,
2. knowledge of the Czech language in both written and verbal form,
3. the candidate's profile compliance with the requirements for the position.

Non-discrimination declaration

At that Faculty of Education, Masaryk University, we promote equal access; every applicant has a chance to get a job regardless of age, gender, social or other disadvantages. Selection procedures are conducted following the University Selection Procedure Regulations.

Information about the faculty

The Faculty of Education, recipient of the prestigious international HR Excellence in Research Award, is a faculty with a relevant research focus based on interdisciplinarity linking teaching, scientific research and social engagement in academia. It develops HR strategy, supports career development, reconciliation of work and personal life of employed persons and provides a diverse range of benefits.