Overview

Non-academic position at the Department of Agrochemistry, Pedology, Microbiology, and Plant Nutrition, Faculty of AgriSciences

Research Area: soil organic matter, soil ecology, agriculture, soil amendment substances, fertilizers, analytical methods

The soil ecology research group focuses on integrating technological, pedological, and agronomic research approaches to characterize agricultural and environmental influences on soil quality and health, fertility, quantity and diversity of soil microorganisms, and on preserving or improving ecosystem functions.

What will your job responsibilities be?

  • preparation and realization of laboratory/container/field experiments
  • sampling, analysis, and processing of soil and plant biomass samples
  • preparation of scientific publications, reports, and presentations related to the research project
  • ensuring technical support for the research project
  • active participation in project meetings and scientific research project solving

What do we expect from you?

  • a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; higher education is preferred
  • excellent knowledge of the Czech language; active knowledge of English is an advantage
  • experience working in a laboratory and with laboratory equipment
  • experience with conducting laboratory/container/field experiments is an advantage

What research experience do we require?

  • experience with research and experimentation (testing)/sampling is welcome

What additional traits will we appreciate?

  • ability to work as part of a team
  • organizational skills and good communication
  • willingness for further education and desire to contribute to innovations in this field

What can we offer you?

  • 6 weeks of vacation
  • opportunities for professional education and development, qualification enhancement, courses, and training
  • support for work-life balance
  • meal allowance (Edenred Card/canteen)
  • discounted MultiSport card
  • ALIVE card, allowing you to access various discounts
  • the possibility of utilizing university environment benefits, such as sports courses from the Center for Sports Activities, Counseling and Career Center, Botanical Garden and Arboretum, recreational facilities, libraries, and purchasing university products (game meat, eggs, beer, wine, Christmas trees, etc.)
  • University kindergarten and summer day camps for staff’s children

Expected start date: January 2026, or by agreement

Duration of employment: fixed-term for 1 year with the possibility of extension

Workload: 1.0 (40 hours per week)

Workplace: Brno

Are you interested and would like to become a part of the Soil Ecology Research Team at the Faculty of AgriSciences?

Apply for the selection process by 23th November 2025 by filling the application form https://app.recruitis.io/answer/form/agl1hE1RDdiSBd6g9JmrIkBXKLWpdNcB/en?CSID=5804 and send us:

  • curriculum vitae
  • motivation letter
  • overview of the most important research projects/outcomes (preferred)

How do we conduct selection processes? orlz.mendelu.cz/jak-u-nas-probihaji-vyberova-rizeni

We look forward to seeing you!

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