Assistant or Assistant Professor for the Institute for Research in Inclusive Education

Job title: Assistant or Assistant Professor for the Institute for Research in Inclusive Education

Company: Masarykova univerzita


Job description: ASSISTANT or ASSISSTANT PROFESSORfocusing on research in the field of inclusive education or social inclusion and the teaching of courses in the Special Education and related programsInstitute for Research in Inclusive EducationUniversity/Faculty: University/Employment: fixed-term 1 to 3 years with the possibility of extensionAmount of time: time 0,5 to 1,0 (negotiable)Position category: R2Start date: 1 September 2025 or 1 January 2026Number of open positions: 1Deadline for applications: 30.05.2025Iinformation about the Institute for Research in Inclusive Education (IVIV) is available on its website https://iviv.ped.muni.czYOUR JOB DESCRIPTIONThe assistant or assistant professor will perform activities related to the research, teaching and professional aspects of the academic profession:

• The dominant area of activities will be research activities in the field of inclusive education in a broader sense (in relation to children with disabilities, children from minority ethnic or lower socio-economic backgrounds, etc.) and in the field of mental health and social-emotional learning,
• Successful applicant will be included in the working team focusing on development and research projects (GAČR, TAČR, Erasmus+),
• will prepare and implement interdisciplinary projects with a research focus,
• will lead his/her own research and publication activities,
• will participate in the implementation of teaching in compulsory and elective courses in the above-mentioned study programs,
• will participate in the development and support of new forms of teaching using artificial intelligence (AI),
• will lead, review and consult bachelor and master theses conducted at IVIV,
• participation in the research and professional projects of colleagues is expected,
• as an assistant professor, he/she can be a member of committees and act as a tutor or consultant, prepare for the requirements for appointment as an associate professor and guarantee selected courses in the program Special education.

OUR REQUIREMENTSQualification requiremnments:

• completed doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in psychology, pedagogy, sociology, or other related social sciences and humanities, or completed master’s degree with at least 5 years of work experience in research activities in the aforementioned areas,
• active knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, ability to work in software for data processing and analysis (e.g. SPSS, Atlas.ti, etc.),
• experience in publishing in professional journals (at least 2 published texts in journals indexed in the Web of Science or Scopus database),
• experience in preparing and managing research grants (GAČR or TAČR)
• active knowledge of English and another world language (minimum level for both languages: C1),
• ability to teach in Czech language (proof of Czech language proficiency).

Required knowledge, skills, abilities

• Broad user proficiency on PC and mobile devices. Knowledge of AI research focused applications and other software for data management and analysis. Knowledge of secure data, information and digital content management, ability to collaborate through digital technologies,
• Basic social media management skills
• Flexibility and willingness to contribute to the development of quality undergraduate student training,
• Good organizational and communication skills, independence, responsibility, ability to come up with own research and pedagogical projects and innovations in teaching.

WE OFFEREmployee benefits

• eight weeks of vacation, flexible working hours, pension contribution,
• meals in MU canteens,
• possibility to use sports facilities in Brno,

Work environment

• Employment in a prestigious institution awarded the HR Excellence in Research Award,
• combining science with teaching activities,
• a well-equipped working environment in a well accessible location in Brno.

Education and development

• Career development and growth, the possibility of being assigned a mentor on entry,
• education, language and other courses provided by MU, use of MUNI libraries,
• possibility to take advantage of foreign stays and internships, participation in conferences.

HOW TO APPLY?Apply via the online application link to May 30, 2025 and submit the required documents:

• Structured CV in PDF format (min. 1 A4).
• Copy of diploma from the highest level of education (without notarial certificate).
• A structured list of publications and professional activities for the last 5 years.

After the e-application deadline, you will receive information about the next steps.MORE INFORMATIONSubmitting the required documents when sending the e-applicationIn case of failure to provide the copies via the e-application, the applicant will be at most once asked to provide them by a specific date. If he/she fails to submit the materials by that date, he/she will not be admitted to the next round of the selection process, which is the interview.Selection process and selection criteria1. submission of all required documents in the e-application, 2. knowledge of the Czech language in both written and verbal form, 3. the candidate’s profile compliance with the requirements for the position.Non-discrimination declarationAt that Faculty of Education, Masaryk University, we promote equal access; every applicant has a chance to get a job regardless of age, gender, social or other disadvantages. Selection procedures are conducted following the University Selection Procedure Regulations.Information about the facultyThe Faculty of Education, recipient of the prestigious international HR Excellence in Research Award, is a faculty with a relevant research focus based on interdisciplinarity linking teaching, scientific research and social engagement in academia. It develops HR strategy, supports career development, reconciliation of work and personal life of employed persons and provides a diverse range of benefits.

Expected salary:

Location: Brno, Jihomoravský

Job date: Fri, 02 May 2025 05:44:38 GMT

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