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Academic Staff Member – Head of the Department of Engineering, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research field: forestry, forestry technology, forest harvesting, ergonomics, bioenergetics, timber construction, arboriculture, tropical forestry

We are a modern university, teaching and researching agriculture, forestry, economic and technical disciplines in regional and international contexts. Since 2018, we have been the holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award for improving employee care, awarded to us as the first Czech university by the European Commission.

The department deals with the problems of engineering and technology in all main sectors in forest management, especially in forest regeneration, forest logging and timber transport, now also in the tropics and subtropics. Other areas of departmental activities cover e.g. energy efficiency of machinery and construction, including thermography and calculation of energy parameters of buildings. The department also pays attention to ergonomics and safety at work. The most recent thematic area within the department is that of arboriculture.

More info: ut.ldf.mendelu.cz

What will be your job role?

  • managing, controlling and evaluating the work of employees
  • personnel development and staffing of the fields of study provided at the department
  • supporting research activities and obtaining grants for the department
  • submitting and securing projects for the development of the department
  • organising the department’s activities
  • ensuring the protection of the employer’s assets and the economic use of funds (management of the department’s budget and resources)
  • development of international cooperation, involvement of the department in international activities, for example within IUFRO and EFI
  • creating favourable working conditions, including support for the professional development of employees
  • ensuring high quality teaching and mentoring of students
  • ensuring health and safety at work
  • compliance with legal regulations in the managed workplace
  • pedagogical and scientific research activities in the field
  • cooperation with other departments of the faculty

What are our requirements?

  • Master’s degree in forestry, wood science or technical field, Ph.D. (or equivalent), associate professor or professor degree is an advantage
  • demonstrable experience of publishing in scientific and technical journals
  • previous experience in managing academic or project teams
  • experience with international EU and national projects at the level of GAČR, NAZV, TAČR
  • experience in research projects in forestry, arboriculture or tropical forestry
  • advanced knowledge of Czech and English for teaching and publishing
  • ability to transfer knowledge and experience from both Czech and foreign practice
  • ability to understand labour law and the economic rules of HEI management
  • organisational, management and communication skills
  • aptitude for team and independent work
  • willingness to work on further personal development and qualification growth
  • a proactive approach to developing international cooperation
  • implementation of a clear vision for the development of the department and its staff renewal
  • involvement of the workplace in international networks
  • introduction of new approaches and methods in the teaching of subjects at the department, linking research with pedagogy

What research experience do we require?

  • demonstrable research experience in forestry, arboriculture, tropical forestry

What else do we appreciate?

  • experience in senior positions and roles in academia

What can we offer you?

  • regular educational activities, participation in exhibitions, conferences, seminars, etc.
  • leading own research and teaching teams
  • support for career development in academia
  • a pleasant working environment including very good technical facilities
  • Welcome Office assistance
  • 8 weeks of holiday
  • support for work-life balance
  • food allowance (Meal vouchers/Canteen)
  • discounted MultiSport card
  • ITIC card with which you can benefit from various discounts
  • the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the university environment, such as sports courses at the Sports Activities Centre, the Counselling and Careers Centre, recreation centres, libraries and the purchase of university products
  • university kindergarten, summer day camps for children of employees
  • employer contribution to selected retirement savings and long-term care insurance products after 3 years of employment

Job status: 1,0 (40 hours per week)

Expected start: April/May 2025

Employment contract: for a fixed period of up to 3 years

Place of work: Brno

Are you interested in the position and would you like to become a member of the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology?

Send us your electronic application to mendelu@teamio.eu with the title of the position in the subject line of the e-mail by March 27th supported by:

  • professional CV
  • cover letter
  • a list of the most significant publications, scientific and creative achievements in the last 5 years
  • overview of academic teaching

How does the recruitment process look like at our university? Find out on orlz.mendelu.cz/en/selection-procedure

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We look forward to meeting you!

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