Assistant Professor of Sociology

Institution: Masaryk University, Faculty of Social Studies
Department: Department of Sociology
Deadline: 20 April 2026
Start Date: 1 July 2026
Job Type: Part-time (50%)
Job Field: Science and Research | Education

Position Overview

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in social anthropology, primarily in English
• Supervising Bachelor’s and Master’s theses
• Administrative responsibilities related to the study program
• Conducting research and publishing scholarly work

Requirements

• PhD in Sociology or Social Anthropology (required)
• Strong academic background in Social Anthropology (preferred)
• Specialization in one or more: Visual Anthropology, Reflexive Anthropology, Sustainability
• Experience teaching social anthropology courses in English
• Experience with empirical research and grant/project applications
• Relevant publication record
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Offer & Benefits

• Work within a prestigious and well-established institution
• Motivating and collegial environment
• Monthly salary with additional personal performance bonus for research and extra teaching

Application Materials

• Cover letter
• CV and copies of qualification documents
• For non-FSS MU employees:List of courses taught
  • Copies of formal qualifications
  • Summary of publishing activities (last 5 years, structured per RIV)
  • List of research projects led or participated in
• List of supervised Bachelor’s/Master’s/dissertation theses

Application Method: Electronic application form via Masaryk University portal
More Information: Department of Sociology – Social Anthropology