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Department: Department of Botany and Zoology – Faculty of Science Deadline: 1 May 2026 Start date: dle domluvy Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling Dean of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position: Zoologist Workplace: Department of Botany and Zoology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech Republic Type of Contract: fixed-term contract (3 years), academic Working Hours: 1.0 FTE (full-time) Expected Start Date: negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 1 Pay: negotiable Application Deadline: 01.05.2026  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. The Department of Botany and Zoology at the Faculty of Science of Masaryk University is a modern scientific research and educational workplace focused on systematic, ecological and evolutionary biology. It brings together top experts from various biological disciplines and provides facilities for interdisciplinary research, international cooperation and education of students at all levels of study. Job Description We are looking for a zoologist who will expand our team and participate in teaching, scientific research and the development of topics on invertebrates at the Department of Botany and Zoology. The job further includes preparation of scientific publications, supervision of students, and development of relevant methods. We expect active involvement in grant activities and presentation of results at professional forums. Skills and Qualifications The applicant must have: Postgraduate education in ecological and evolutionary biology (zoology, ecology, ethology) focused on invertebrates. Long-term internship abroad after doctoral studies (min. 3 months). Publication activity corresponding to the applicant's career stage (H-index>10). Excellent knowledge of Czech/Slovak and English (both spoken and written). The applicant should have: Experience in preparing grant projects, teaching zoological courses, supervising bachelor's, master's, and/or doctoral students. Soft Skills: teamwork, organizational skills, responsibility. Informal inquiries about the position can be sent: prof. S. Pekár, email: pekar@sci.muni.cz, phone: 549 496 464. We Offer Stable working facilities at a modern and research-oriented institute. Support for professional growth, involvement in international research networks and the possibility of further professional development. Opportunity to implement your own research directions and grant projects. High-quality technical equipment, access to laboratories and collections; support in field activities. The facilities of the university campus with rich infrastructure and excellent accessibility. 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, 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 1st of May, 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 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: meeting qualification requirements described above, 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!

Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences Based at: Cranfield Campus, Cranfield, Bedfordshire Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered. Contract type: Fixed term contract Fixed Term Period: For 12 months Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £37,897 per annum Apply by: 10/05/2026 Role Description We welcome applications from passionate, skilled, committed prospective plant and soil modellers to contribute to a multi-partner international project ‘Climate-resilient crops with improved phosphorous efficiency through beneficial fungal interactions’. About the Role In many parts of the world, excessive use of phosphorous (P) fertilisers in agricultural soil has led to large-scale contamination of the environment. On the other hand, in other areas, P-deficient soils and poor access to fertilisers present a major constraint to crop production. Warmer, drier conditions resulting from climate change will exacerbate these problems, as low soil moisture reduces plant-availability of P. In natural systems, most plants rely on root symbioses with mutualistic mycorrhizal fungi for efficient P uptake. These interactions remain active in major crop species. However, the delicate balance between plant and fungal partner is far from optimised for both intensive and less intensive agricultural systems. In the project to which this role will contribute, we will characterise plant genetic mechanisms that coordinate the interaction of mycorrhizal fungi with plant P and water status, the development of the root system, and the broader community of soil microbes. With partners at Cambridge University, and in Germany and the US, we will work from the scale of the single gene to field evaluation to define a framework for rational optimisation of plant-mycorrhizal symbioses for more efficient P use in agriculture. The modelling component will involve combining existing models of root system growth, rhizosphere processes and P uptake developed by the project partners and developing new models of the effects and costs of mycorrhizal symbioses. About You You will be educated to doctoral level in a relevant subject and have experience of research in plant and soil science, using both qualitative and quantitative methods. You will have some experience in mathematical modelling and basic-level programming, but our main requirement is for someone who will understand the plant and soil science behind the project and be able to translate that into models using the results of the experimental working. You will have excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. The Environmental Sustainability Theme combines research groups with more than 50 years of experience in the challenges of sustainability, natural capital management and future food systems. It includes the Centre for Soil, Agrifood and Biosciences, which has expertise in soil, plant and microbial systems across scales, with the Cranfield Environment Centre, which has expertise in environmental informatics and modelling and is the UK National Reference Centre for soil. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud members of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here. Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Professor Guy Kirk, Professor of Soil Systems, on (E): g.kirk@cranfield.ac.uk Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on E: peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5271. Closing date for receipt of applications: 10 May 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we receive sufficient numbers of applications. Therefore, we would encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Our campus is in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland.  Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. Call for Proposals: Two Postdoctoral Positions in Quantum Technology The Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture has announced additional support for national doctoral education pilot in quantum technology (QDOC) aimed at postdoc recruitments. The focus is on supporting the training and supervision of the 90 doctoral students who are currently enrolled under QDOC across Finland. QDOC team invites applications for two postdoctoral positions that combines research with the development and delivery of a course or training module aimed at QDOC students nationally. The duration for each position is one year, with the possibility of extension for an additional year. While the positions are formally hosted at Aalto University, the employee may, at their own discretion, pursue a visitor agreement with a QDOC host university, subject to agreement by Aalto University and the host university of the visit. Applicants should include a brief plan for potential visits in their application. We are open to research backgrounds in both academic and industrial environments. Your role and goals The postdoc must develop and deliver a course or training activity equivalent to 5 ECTS credits, targeted at QDOC students nationally, during the funding period. The course or activity focus may be technical (e.g. quantum science and technology, methods etc.) or general (e.g. scientific communication, supervision, entrepreneurship etc.). Co-supervision of QDOC students within the funding period is considered an advantage. We expect the candidates to have: Completed a PhD degree in a field complementary to the goals of QDOC. The candidate must show evidence of good written and oral communication skills in English. What we offer The positions are hosted at Aalto University under full-time employment agreement. The postdoc contracts will initially be made for 1 year. Employees could work remotely according to Aalto University’s remote work policy. Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities. The salary ranges for a postdoc from 4138 € to 4549 € per month, depending on previous experience. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare. Join us! The deadline for applications is 10.05.2026. To apply for the position, please submit your application including the attachments mentioned below as one single PDF document (max 2 pages) in English through our online recruitment system by clicking “Apply now!” button in our web page. Brief CV of applicant and research focus (max 1 page). Course or training activity concept with a short description of its contents and format (max 1 page). Role of applicant in co-supervision of QDOC students (if any). Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions For more information about the role, please contact QDOC Director Prof. Adam Foster adam.foster@aalto.fi and Finnish Quantum Flagship Manager Dr. Mahdi Moghaddam mahdi.moghaddam@aalto.fi. For additional information on the application process contact Minni Forss, HR Advisor minni.forss@aalto.fi. We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. We aim for a prompt evaluation process, with both positions expected to begin on 01.06.2026. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.