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Assistant with a Focus on Forestry, Forest Engineering and Technologies, and Renewable Energy Sources

Academic position at the Department of Engineering, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research area: forestry, forest engineering and technology, renewable energy sources

The department focuses on the issues of technology and techniques in all main sections of forestry, particularly in forest regeneration and logging, timber transportation – now also in tropical and subtropical regions. Other areas of the department's activities include, for example, energy of machines and buildings, including thermography and calculations of energy parameters of buildings. The department also pays attention to ergonomics and workplace safety. Among the latest areas of activity of the department is the field of arboriculture.

More information about the Department of Engineering can be found at ldf.mendelu.cz/en/about-faculty/leadership-and-structure/department-of-engineering/

What will your job responsibilities be?

Lecturing, conducting exercises, and excursions in the fields of forest and wood technology and renewable energy sources
Collaboration on lectures in both Czech and English
Testing and verifying students’ knowledge
Supervising, consulting, and reviewing bachelor’s theses
Collaborating on scientific-research and creative activities in the field
Collaborating on the preparation and execution of grant and other projects
Publishing results in professional and scientific journals and as contributions at conferences and seminars
Engaging in activities associated with the university’s third role

What do we expect from you?

University degree at least at the master’s level focusing on forestry, wood science (or a related field), commenced Ph.D. studies in the area are an advantage
Experience in forestry, wood science, renewable energy sources for at least 3 years
Experience in teaching at the university level
Ability to teach in Czech and English, publishing activity in English
Proficiency in computer skills (MS Office, searching in specialized databases)
Category B driving license (active driver)
Proactive and responsible approach to work
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Attention to detail, reliability, and organizational skills

What research experience do we require?

Experience working on projects
Experience with field research – data collection

What additional skills would be appreciated?

Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to work in a team and independently
Experience in teaching and leading seminars or exercises

What can we offer you?

Professional background of an established university department
Work in an international/interdisciplinary team
Access to state-of-the-art laboratory and equipment facilities
Collaboration with experienced academic and research staff as well as professionals from practice
Opportunity to actively contribute to the development of modern methods applicable in forestry
8 weeks of vacation
Support for work-life balance
Meal contribution (Edenred Card/canteen)
Discounted MultiSport card
ITIC card, with which you can obtain various discounts
Access to the benefits of the university environment, such as sports courses at the Center for Sports Activities, Counseling and Career Center, Botanical Garden and Arboretum, recreational centers, libraries, and purchasing university products (game meat, eggs, beer, wine, fish, etc.)
University kindergarten, summer day camps for staff children
Upon meeting the conditions, a contribution for selected retirement savings products and long-term care insurance

Number of vacancies: 1

Expected start: October or by agreement

Duration of employment: fixed term of 2 years

Workload: 0.5 (20 hours per week)

Workplace: Brno

Are you interested? Apply for the selection process by 1 October 2026 and send us:

Professional CV
Cover letter
List of publications, if relevant
Overview of academic teaching, if relevant

How do we conduct selection processes? orlz.mendelu.cz/en/selection-procedure

We look forward to seeing you!

Place of work:: Zemědělská 1665/1, Brno 61300, Jihomoravský kraj, CZ
Education:: Master's degree
Employment type:: Part-time

Contact name:: Tereza Ondráčková
Contact phone:: +420 770 153 601
Contact email:: zc.ulednem@avokcardno.azeret

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