Associate Professor of Pharmacy

Department: Department of Natural Drugs – Faculty of Pharmacy, Masaryk University
Deadline: 12 February 2026
Start Date: 1 March 2026
Job Type: Part-time
Employment Type: Fixed-term contract (1 year)
EU Researcher Profile: R3
Number of Positions: 1

Main Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Apply research results in teaching, especially supervising MSc and PhD students

• Deliver lectures or other teaching activities for MSc/PhD programmes

• Supervise and examine theses and dissertations

• Serve as guarantor of study programmes or member of doctoral advisory boards

• Participate in committees for doctoral state exams, dissertation defenses, final exams, and habilitation/professorial committees

• Contribute to publication activities for educational purposes

Research:

• Conduct fundamental or applied research in the field

• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and academic monographs

• Present research at national and international conferences

• Perform review/expert evaluation activities for research projects

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform operational and administrative duties, including course management, e-learning tools, and communication with students

• Organize and participate in international mobility programmes for students and staff

• Promote the field within the university and externally

Requirements

Education, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Appointment as Associate Professor

• Specialization in pharmacognosy (required)

• International publications and successful grant-funded research experience

• Minimum 10 years professional experience

Language Skills:

• English proficiency (C1/C2)

• Excellent command of Czech (spoken and written)

Job-related Competencies:

• Advanced presentation, teaching, and mentoring skills

• Ability to transfer research into teaching practice

• Ability to independently lead research projects

• Ability to publish scholarly work and present results to international audiences

• Precision, responsibility, reliability

Additional Advantages:

• Experience in a university environment

• Previous experience in education

We Offer

Working Environment:

• Employment at a prestigious HR Excellence in Research Award institution

• Stable employment and access to interesting projects

• Friendly and inspiring workplace

• Advantageous location at University Campus Bohunice (relocation planned in 2026)

• Supportive work–life balance

Employee Benefits:

• 8 weeks annual leave

• Flexible working hours and partial remote work

• Meal allowance/subsidies for university canteens

• Pension contribution or childcare fee support

• Free selected vaccinations

• Discounted Vodafone mobile tariffs

• MultiSport card and sports classes

• Elánek childcare group for employees’ children

Education and Professional Development:

• Opportunities for further education, language courses, and professional development

• Access to Masaryk University libraries

• Opportunities for international fellowships, research stays, and conference participation

How to Apply

Submit your application via the online application system by 12 February 2026. Required documents:

• Cover letter

• Structured CV with overview of professional experience

• Copies of education certificates

• Overview of research and publications

Note: In accordance with Section 70(5) of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., CV must include current employment information.

After submission, an automatic confirmation email will be sent. Further instructions will follow after the deadline.

Contact for inquiries:
Mgr. Karolína Macharáčková
Email: macharackovak@pharm.muni.cz
Mobile: +420 770 382 921

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