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Academic Position at the Department of Forestry and Timber Economics and Policy, Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology

Research Area: Economics and Management of Forestry and Wood Industry

The departments of the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology at Mendel University in Brno represent modern and dynamic workplaces with a long tradition and robust scientific background. They offer an inspiring environment where quality education, top-notch research, and innovation intertwine across a broad range of fields. Thanks to excellent personnel and material resources, the departments provide education in all study programs and apply their expertise beyond the faculty’s framework.

The Department of Forestry and Timber Economics and Policy is a unique workplace focusing on all aspects of the forestry-wood sector, renewable natural resources, and the environment. In its activities, it combines the fields of economics, management, policy, and scientific research work, providing comprehensive support in both teaching and consultancy.

More information about the workplace can be found at: https://ldf.mendelu.cz/en/about-faculty/leadership-and-structure/department-of-forestry-and-timber-economics-and-policy/

What will your job involve?

  • Planning, organization, and oversight of all aspects of the department’s activities
  • Management of the department’s budget and resources
  • Supervision of academic and research staff, including regular evaluations
  • Teaching and research activities in the field
  • Ensuring high quality of teaching and student guidance
  • Supporting research activities and obtaining grants for the department
  • Collaboration with other departments

What do we expect from you?

  • A university degree – at least a Ph.D. in the field of economics and management of forestry and wood industry or a related field; a position as associate professor or professor is an advantage
  • Excellent active knowledge of Czech and knowledge of English for teaching and publication purposes
  • Documentable research activities in the field of economics and management of forestry and wood industry or related fields, experience publishing in journals with IF and leading research projects at both national and international levels
  • Ability to navigate labor law regulations and economic rules of operation in higher education
  • Organizational, managerial, and communication skills
  • Ability to work both in a team and independently
  • Personal and professional prerequisites for teaching activities
  • Willingness to work on personal development and professional growth

What additional qualities will be appreciated?

  • Experience in leadership positions in the academic sphere

What can we offer you?

  • A pleasant university campus environment
  • The opportunity to influence the direction of the faculty
  • 8 weeks of vacation
  • Support for work-life balance
  • Contribution towards meals (Edenred Card/canteen)
  • Discounted MultiSport card
  • ITIC, which allows you to enjoy various discounts
  • Access to university resources, such as sports courses from the Sports Activity Center, Counseling and Career Center, Botanical Garden and Arboretum, recreation centers, libraries, and purchase of university products (game, eggs, beer, wine, Christmas trees, etc.)
  • University kindergarten and summer day camps for employees‘ children
  • After fulfilling certain conditions, contributions to selected retirement savings and long-term care insurance products

Expected start date: July 2026

Duration of employment: Fixed term, until December 31, 2030

Workload: 1.0 (40 hours a week)

Workplace: Brno

Are you interested in becoming part of the Department of Forestry and Timber Economics and Policy at the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology?

Apply for the selection process by June 5, 2026 and send us the following documents:

  • Professional CV
  • Cover letter
  • List of publications
  • Overview of academic teaching
  • Concept for the development of the department in personnel, educational, and scientific-research areas
  • List of the 5 most significant results of creative activity in the last 5 years and an overview of the most important projects undertaken

How do our selection processes work? https://orlz.mendelu.cz/en/selection-procedure

We look forward to your response!

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