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Department: Department of Mathematics and Statistics – Faculty of Science Deadline: 16 May 2026 Start date: 1. 6. 2026 Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research  |  Education and schooling Dean of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position Assistant professor in applied mathematics Workplace: Department of mathematics and statistics, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech Republic Type of Contract: temporary position with 3-year contract (with possible extension), academic Working Hours: 0.5 FTE (part-time employment of 20 hours per week) Expected Start Date: 1. 6. 2026 or negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 2 Application Deadline: 16. 5. 2026 EU Researcher Profile: R2 About the Workplace Masaryk University is 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. Faculty of Science MU, a holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award 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. Department of mathematics and statistics at the Faculty of Science MU is the faculty’s main mathematics department, providing teaching in all areas of mathematics for most of the university’s faculties. It serves as the center for mathematical research at Masaryk University. Job Description Key Duties: Research in nonlinear dynamics Teaching lectures and seminars in various areas of pure and applied mathematics Supervising and reviewing bachelor’s and master’s theses Skills and Qualifications The applicant must have: PhD in Applied Mathematics Ability to teach in both Czech and English Active publication in journals with an impact factor Deep knowledge in the field of nonlinear dynamics Outstanding international experience and collaboration Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to Prof. Petr Hasil, e-mail hasil@math.muni.cz, phone +420 549 491 480. We Offer 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 modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo) Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno Application Process The application shall be submitted online by 16. 5. 2025 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 describing candidate's research interest and experience Summary of research outputs and publications Names and contact details of at least 2 references. After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. Selection Process Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. 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 here. Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements Full-time (36.75 hours per week) & fixed-term up to 5 years Competitive Remuneration + 17% Superannuation Why work with us? At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus. At Deakin, we are driven by our strategic ambition to be Australia’s most progressive and responsive university. We are committed to educational excellence, inclusion, digital innovation and a culture that supports our people to thrive. You will join a dynamic senior leadership team and have the opportunity to shape the future of academic capability at scale. Lead the future of academic capability at Deakin Deakin University is seeking an exceptional senior leader to shape and advance academic capability across the institution. As Pro Vice-Chancellor, Academic Capability, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring Deakin’s educators are equipped to deliver high-quality, contemporary teaching and learning in a rapidly evolving higher education landscape. This is a rare opportunity to influence institution-wide practice, lead a signature University initiative, and position Deakin as a sector leader in academic capability, teaching excellence and scholarly engagement. As a Pro Vice-Chancellor, Academic Capability, you will: Lead a significant academic or strategic portfolio, setting direction that aligns with university priorities and strengthens performance across teaching, research, partnerships or priority domains Translate strategic intent into clear priorities, initiatives and outcomes that can be delivered across faculties and functions Provide authoritative advice to the Executive on matters of academic strategy, performance and external positioning. Contribute to university-wide decision-making by bringing deep expertise, insight and an understanding of sector trends and opportunities Drive performance and impact across the portfolio by establishing clear expectations, monitoring progress and enabling delivery through others. Ensure initiatives and activities contribute to academic quality, reputation and measurable outcomes Build alignment and collaboration across faculties, disciplines and professional areas to progress shared priorities. Influence senior stakeholders to work collectively in addressing complex challenges and advancing university-wide goals To be successful, you’ll have: A distinguished record of leadership in teaching and learning, academic development or related domains. Deep expertise in contemporary higher education pedagogy, academic capability development and the scholarship of teaching and learning. Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives, frameworks or programs that enhance teaching capability and educational quality. Experience providing authoritative advice to senior leaders and influencing strategic decision-making. A track record of fostering collaborative, innovative and high-performing teams. Strong scholarly contributions and sector engagement in learning and teaching. Exceptional communication, partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills. Here's how to apply: Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Sharna Spittle (Senior Pro Vice-Chancellor, Teaching and Learning) on sharna.spittle@deakin.edu.au For a copy of the position description, please see below:  PD - Pro Vice-Chancellor Academic Capability.pdf Applications for this position close on Sunday 3 May 2026. Are You Ready? Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community. We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success. We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders. Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

About LJMU At Liverpool John Moores University, our students thrive because of the people who teach, guide, and inspire them, we truly make a difference. Every year, our commitment to exceptional education attracts talented students from across the UK and the world. This growth is fuelled by inspirational academics, professionals who bring vision, passion, and expertise to their disciplines. Driven by our continued growth in student numbers and our commitment to delivering outstanding learning, teaching, and research opportunities for our students, we are expanding our academic community. As part of this growth, we are creating a number of key academic positions that will play an integral role in shaping our university’s next chapter. About the School of Computer Science and Mathematics The School of Computer Science and Mathematics is dedicated to producing research that has real-world application, boasting specialisms in immersive technologies, applications of artificial intelligence, trustworthy computing technologies and data science. Our academics have a strong track record of collaborating with others in the industry, having previously used our expertise to work with organisations such as the BBC, NHS, Panasonic and EPSRC amongst many others. The School also works with local, regional and national organisations through student placement, research, consultancy, short-course activity and has a number of active knowledge transfer partnerships. What we’re looking for As part of significant expansion across the University, the School of Computer Science and Mathematics is looking to grow our faculty expertise within the Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Lecturer in Cyber Security. We welcome applicants who have experience in Ethical Hacking, System Penetration, Secure Software Development, Information Security and Cryptography. Applicants skilled/certified in Ethical Hacking are strongly desired. You will be required to contribute to the continuing enhancement of the courses within the Computer Science with Mathematics programmes, developing and delivering innovative and engaging curricula across undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the school, providing intellectually stimulating teaching while motivating and supporting students in their learning. You will conduct research in your area of expertise and undertake scholarly activities in computer science to ensure our curriculum is up-to-date and meeting the needs of our students and employers. In addition, you may contribute to the development and delivery of outreach and engagement initiatives as well as interdisciplinary project areas. You should have a background in one of the relevant areas listed with a PhD in a related subject and/or relevant professional experience from industry. What we offer This is a key moment to join a welcoming, ambitious, and research-informed university community that places students at the heart of everything we do. We value and invest in our staff, offering meaningful opportunities for professional development, scholarship support, and clear internal promotion routes. As well as outstanding development support, we also offer: A low contractual 35-hour week Generous annual leave entitlement and Christmas period closure with the option to purchase additional annual leave Excellent pension scheme Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Family friendly policies Car and travel loan schemes We are also investing in our staff and students by creating a busy and thriving campus, the hubs of which are our friendly and inclusive Student Life, Redmonds, Tithebarn and Byrom Street buildings. Our staff are visible and present for our students and this all adds to the fantastic student experience of living and studying in such a vibrant city. We see our staff as very much part of this community and value their contribution to the success of LJMU, Liverpool and the wider northwest region. If you’re inspired by the idea of joining a growing university and bringing your expertise to a community where you can truly make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you. For further information please contact Dr Henry Forsyth (School Director), H.Forsyth@ljmu.ac.uk or Dr Martin Hanneghan (Subject Leader), M.B.Hanneghan@ljmu.ac.uk. For other enquiries, you may contact academiccampaign@ljmu.ac.uk.  The school is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the careers of Women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post, and all appointments will be made on merit. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.