Assistant or Assistant Professor at the Department of International and European Law

Dean of the Faculty of Law at Masaryk University announces a selection procedure for the position of

Assistant or Assistant Professor

at the Department of International and European Law

full-time (preferred) or 2 x 0.5 part-time positions

specializing in European Union Law

Masaryk University is the second-largest university in the Czech Republic, with ten faculties, more than 6,000 employees, and over 30,000 students.

The Faculty of Law at Masaryk University is one of the four public law faculties in the Czech Republic. The current Faculty of Law at Masaryk University can be characterized as a modern, dynamic faculty where pedagogical activities and scientific research are the main focus. We are an institution where terms such as "research activities" and "scientific research" are not empty phrases. We conduct numerous collaborations with foreign experts and educational-scientific institutions both on individual and institutional levels, providing excellent facilities for students and employees.

You can learn more about us on our website https://www.law.muni.cz/content/cs/, Facebook, or LinkedIn pages of the Faculty of Law, MU.

The Department of International and European Law is a part of the Faculty of Law, MU, responsible for teaching and research in private international law, public international law, and European Union law as transnational legal disciplines, all in relation to Czech national law, legal theory, and in comparative contexts.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Teaching seminars/exercises in European Union law and introductory courses in international and European law, and engaging in teaching similar subjects in undergraduate and other study programs.
• Preparing related study and teaching materials.
• Conducting research leading to academic publications.
• Participating in related administrative tasks.

Requirements:

• Completed Master’s degree in law from a law faculty.
• Ph.D. degree (for the position of Senior Assistant), or at least commencement of doctoral studies (for the position of Assistant).
• Interest in the field of European Union law in the context of international law and in relation to national law.
• Pedagogical aptitude; practical teaching experience (for the position of Senior Assistant).
• Capability for independent scientific-research work.
• Ability to teach and publish in Czech and gradually also in English; additional language skills (especially German and French) are an advantage.
• Publication activity in the field.
• Moral integrity.

We offer:

• Background of a prestigious and successful institution.
• Motivating and friendly environment.
• Support for professional and personal development.
• Opportunities for continuous education.
• Employee benefits (8 weeks of vacation, pension contribution, meal allowance, advantageous Vodafone mobile tariffs, Multisport card, and more).

Start Date: from October 1, 2024, or as agreed

Place of Work: Brno

Contract Type: Fixed-term

Application Deadline: August 25, 2024

How to Apply:

Submit your application by the above deadline using the link in the Electronic Application section (see below or on the Faculty of Law website – Public Information – Vacancies).

Your application must include the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Structured CV
• Overview of scientific and publication activities
• Photocopies of qualification documents

Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt by email.

Selection Process:

Suitable candidates will be invited for an in-person or online interview. The rules for university selection processes can be found on the university website under the MU Selection Procedure Regulations.

Information on the processing and protection of personal data at MU is available on the MU website.

The Faculty of Law, MU, has received the European Commission's HR Excellence in Research Award for its human resources policy. We provide equal opportunities, promote diversity, and strive to create a favorable and satisfying working environment for employees.