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Non-academic research position at the Department of Agrochemistry, Soil Science, Microbiology and Plant Nutrition, Faculty of AgriSciences
Research Area: plant nutrition
The Department of Agrochemistry, Soil Science, Microbiology and Plant Nutrition specializes in plant nutrition, focusing on nitrogen and sulfur, foliar nutrition, the effects of drought, and new materials for fertilizer development. The main topics in soil science are the long-term effects of external inputs, soil organic matter, and soil classification. In the field of soil microbiology, experts focus on making nutrients available to plants, increasing water infiltration and retention, and the functional diversity of the soil microbiome.
What will be your job responsibilities?
- sampling, processing and analysis of soil and plant biomass samples
- preparation and implementation of container or field experiments
- participation in the preparation of scientific publications, research reports and presentations related to the research project
- evaluation of analytical results within the scientific research activity
- active participation in the preparation of laboratory teaching
- ensuring administrative and technical support for research projects
What do we expect from you?
- secondary vocational, higher vocational, or university education in a relevant field
- excellent command of the Czech language (native speaker or equivalent level)
- carefullness, independence, and responsibility in laboratory work
- willingness to learn new methods and procedures
- ability to collaborate in a team and good communication skills
What research experience do we require?
- previous experience working in a laboratory
What would we additionally appreciate?
- previous experience working in a laboratory
- basic organizational skills
- interest in new techniques and innovative approaches in the field
What can we offer you?
- 6 weeks vacation
- opportunity for professional education and development, skill enhancement, courses, and training
- support for work-life balance
- meal contribution (Edenred Card/canteen)
- discounted MultiSport card
- ALIVE card, which provides various discounts
- ability to enjoy 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 facilities, libraries, and purchasing university products (game, eggs, beer, wine, Christmas trees, etc.)
- university nursery school, summer day camps for employees‘ children
Expected start date: March 2026, or by agreement
Duration of employment: fixed term 1 year with the possibility of extension
Workload: 1.0 (40 hours per week)
Place of work: Brno
Are you interested and want to be part of the research team of the Department of Agrochemistry, Soil Science, Microbiology and Plant Nutrition at the Faculty of Agriculture?
Apply for the selection process by 7th February 2026 and send us:
- professional CV
- cover letter
How do our selection processes work? orlz.mendelu.cz/jak-u-nas-probihaji-vyberova-rizeni
We look forward to seeing you!