Assistant Professor
O pozici
The Dean of the Faculty of Arts announces a selection procedure for the job position of Assistant Professor.
Research Field: Japanology (Japanese Literature)
Number of Posts: 1
Department/Facility: Department of Asian Studies
Type of contract: Fixed-term contracts
Hours per Week: 40
Location: Olomouc
Offer Starting Date: 01.09.2025
Department/Facility description
Department of Asian Studies
Job Profile
Teaching and participation in scientific and research activities
Preparation and delivery of courses (lectures, seminars)
Assessing students’ knowledge, evaluating coursework and other students’ outputs
Supervising and reviewing BA and MA theses
Providing consultations to students in the relevant field
Publishing and participating in expert and reviewing activities
Applying for external research funding and collaborating on obtaining financial support for Japanese studies
Participation in the admission process
Requirements
Ph.D. in a relevant field
Good teaching record and experience
Ability to teach general and specialized courses on Japanese literature and to supervise theses
High-quality and consistent publication record and research activity in the field
Readiness to develop independent grant activities and to obtain funding for Japanese studies
Ability to communicate in Czech or English at the level appropriate for the position
What we offer
Stable employment at an internationally respected and scientifically and academically highly productive university
40 days of paid vacation
Meal allowance and other benefits
Documents requested
Evaluation of your teaching record (e.g., based on your student evaluations or your supervisor’s assessment)
Concept of your own teaching at the Department of Asian Studies (in a short- and long-term perspective)*
Letter of recommendation
Overview of major research activities / publications / involvement in research projects over the last 5 years
Structured professional CV in English
Scan of university diploma(s)
Insert the required documents in electronic form intothe application form
Contact person
The deadline for application is 30.06.2025.
Additional Information
*Applicants may request information about the department’s study programs in writing from the Head of Department.
This is a maternity/parental leave replacement.
The Palacký University reserves the right not to fill the position in an exceptional case without giving any reason or to cancel the selection procedure.