Overview
In accordance with the The Competitive Hiring Process Code of Charles University, the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics of Charles University announces opening of the following position with submission deadline September 15, 2025
Academic researcher at the Astronomical institute of Charles university. Independently solving scientific problems in the field of planetary and protoplanetary systems with expertise in hydrodynamic simulations. Preparation and lecturing of a course on theory of exoplanets for master level students, participation on lecturing the course „Elementary processes in astrophysics“ (NAST024). Supervising bachelor and master theses. Expected amount of teaching is 2 hours per week. Position is supported from institutional budget for three years. Starting salary is 70,000 Kč per month + meal allowances.
Application Instructions
Upload the application and the required documents in digital form via the website provided below.
If any recommendation letters are required, the applicant is responsible to ensure that they are properly delivered. The website allows to send requests for recommendation letters which are then uploaded by their authors.
Candidates who progress to the second round of the selection procedure will be invited to an interview. The interview may be conducted by means of information and communication technology if justified, at the request of the candidate. The Committee may invite selected candidates to give a lecture to the academic community of the Faculty.
Qualifications
- Publication activity in the field of numerical modeling of planetary and protoplanetary systems in international refereed journals, proven ability to obtain grant funds, ability to integrate scientific and pedagogical work, including the supervision of student theses.
Expertise
- Theory of planetary and protoplanetary systems
Required Documents
- structured CV
- list of scientific and publication activity
- education credentials, proof of academic degrees and ranks
Job offer code: 202509-VP2-MFF-AUUK-061
Published: 2025-06-13
Starting date by agreement: Yes
Hours per week: 40
Duration: 3 years
Pay grade: VP2
Contract for an indefinite period: No
Work location: Prague
