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Assistant Professor of Biology

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The Dean of Faculty of Medicine of University of Ostrava announces a selection procedure for position:

  • Assistant Professor of Biology

Workplace

  • Faculty of Medicine, Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine

Position classification

  • Assistant Professor

Job description

  • Provides instruction in bachelor′s and master′s degree programs (including supervising and reviewing theses) and contributes to the development of these degree programs.
  • In the case of approval by the scientific council of the faculty, the assistant professor participates in the provision of doctoral study programs.
  • Actively engages in creative work (primarily by independently tackling complex research and development tasks, actively publishing, actively participating in scientific conferences and professional meetings, and actively presenting the results of their creative work).
  • They contribute to the university′s third role primarily by promoting creative activities, by handling the administrative tasks associated with those activities, and by participating in the university′s self-governance.

Qualification requirements – required

  • A university degree in medicine, healthcare, or economics (with a focus on healthcare);
  • A doctoral degree in the specified field or a related field;
  • Active publishing in the field;
  • Personal and professional qualifications for independent teaching and scientific research activities; publishing activities and professional development;
  • Potential for further scientific research and creative activities;
  • Knowledge of Italian – C1–C2.

Qualification requirements – preferred

  • Teaching experience in the field
  • Professional experience
  • Knowledge of English

Research level

  • R2 – Recognized

The expected form of employment

  • 30-100 %

The expected start date

  • 1 November 2026, or by agreement

Wage conditions

  • The salary is determined by the candidate′s classification according to the University′s internal salary regulations and also depends on the candidate′s experience and their involvement in research grant activities.

Benefits

  • 8 weeks of vacation per calendar year.
  • Support for sports activities, such as through the MultiSport employee program.
  • English language courses and other educational courses.
  • Rent discounts through Heimstaden.
  • The Elánek daycare center for employees′ children and a 50% discount on daycare fees.
  • 15 % discount on books at the University Store and bookstore—OUShop.
  • Discounted mobile phone plans through the T-Mobile benefits program.
  • Work in a professional team at a stable employer.
  • A supportive organizational policy and culture, and a pleasant work environment.
  • Univerzity Library services and free access to e-books.

The language in which the selection procedure will be conducted

  • Italian

Documents required from the participant

Application deadline

  • 25 October 2026 (inclusive)

Information about the selection procedure

The Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ostrava, reserves the right to invite only selected candidates for a personal interview and also the right not to select any candidate. The selection procedure may be cancelled or re-announced.

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