Overview

Academic Staff Member – Assistant Professor for the Department of Finance and Accounting

Research field: banking, finance, and financial markets and related

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 of Finance and Accounting at the Faculty of Business and Economics focuses on a modern approach to finance, capital markets, and their connections with corporate finance, as well as tax and accounting aspects. Join our dynamic team, participate in educational and research activities, and contribute to the development of our department.

For more information, please visit: ufu.pef.mendelu.cz

What will be your job role?

  • conducting teaching activities in the field of banking, with an extension into financial markets
  • providing expert supervision of students’ final theses
  • publishing research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals
  • collaborating on the preparation of both domestic and international project proposals
  • actively participating in the implementation of research projects and grant assignments
  • representing the university and the institute at professional conferences
  • cooperating with colleagues at MENDELU and other institutions on educational and research activities

What are our requirements?

  • a university degree at Ph.D. level in finance, banking, or related disciplines
  • excellent knowledge of Czech language and advanced knowledge of English
  • at least 2 years of professional experience in finance, banking, or financial markets, or in an academic environment focusing on these areas
  • implementation of grant and project proposals
  • personal and professional qualities suitable for teaching and research activities
    including a willingness to pursue further professional development and engage in international collaborations
  • ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Required research experience:

  • experience in carrying out research activities (including publication in professional journals)

What else do we appreciate?

  • international experience in banking or finance
  • knowledge and familiarity with the academic environment in both Czech and international contexts

What can we offer you?

  • support for career growth
  • Welcome Office assistance
  • 8 weeks of holiday
  • support for work-life balance
  • 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

Job status: 0,3 (12 hours per week)

Expected start: February 2025

Employment contract: fixed term till 30.06.2027

Place of work: Brno

Are you interested in the position and would you like to become a member of the Faculty of Business and Economics?

Send us your electronic application to mendelu@teamio.eu with the title of the position in the subject line of the e-mail by January 18th supported by:

  • professional CV
  • cover letter
  • a list of at least 3 of the most significant results of creative activity

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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