Department

Department of English and American Studies – Faculty of Arts

Deadline

10 June 2026

Start Date

1 September 2026

Job Type

Full-time | Part-time

Job Field

Science and Research | Education and Schooling

Application

e-Application

Position Announcement

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position of:

Assistant Professor

Workplace

Department of English and American Studies, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic

Position Type

Academic position

EU Researcher Profile

R2

Working Hours

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Contract Type

Fixed-term employment contract for 3 years

Expected Start Date

1 September 2026

Number of Open Positions

1
(In case of two excellent applicants, 2 places of 0.5:0.5 or 0.75:0.5)

Application Deadline

10 June 2026

Who Are We Looking For

We are looking for a colleague to join the Department of English and American Studies specializing in:

• British literature
• British history
• British culture
• Anglophone literary history
• literary and cultural theory

Beyond this focus, the applicant should be capable of:

• leading English language seminars (C2 level)
• teaching courses in English language teacher education for higher secondary schools focused on literature and culture of English-speaking countries

The successful candidate should aim at academic advancement (associate professorship, full professorship), expand their portfolio of courses beyond literature, cultural studies and English language, and align with current developments in the field.

Expected teaching areas include:

• Introduction to Literary Studies
• Introduction to the Studies of British History and Culture
• History of English Literature 3 (19th century and early 20th century)
• Anglophone novel
• Anglophone poetry
• Anglophone women writers
• Contemporary Anglophone literature

Main Job Content

Pedagogical Activities

• Participating in lectures or other forms of teaching in Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, as well as lifelong learning programmes
• Supervising, consulting, or reviewing Bachelor’s and Master’s theses
• In exceptional cases, serving as supervisor or consultant in doctoral programmes
• Participating in the organisational provision of pedagogical activities
• Participating in publishing activities, especially for educational purposes

Research Activities

Participation in research, development, and innovation activities, especially:

• Independent investigation of complex research and development tasks and publication of results in peer-reviewed journals, scientific monographs, or peer-reviewed proceedings
• Active participation in domestic and international scientific conferences and professional meetings
• Presentation of research results
• Participation in the organisational provision of research activities

Other Responsibilities

Participation in operational and administrative activities related to the academic position according to the instructions of the department head, including:

• Administrative tasks connected with own courses
• Use of e-learning and communication with students via the MU Information System
• Organising and participating in foreign internships for students and academic staff
• Participation in promotion of the field

We Request

Professional Education, Qualifications and Experience

Required

• Master’s Degree in English Language and Literature (or related field)
• Ph.D. in English Literature (or related field)
• Knowledge of English at C2 level

Advantage

• Master’s Degree in Teaching English Language and Literature (or related field)
• Expertise in British literature, British history, British culture, Anglophone literary history, literary and cultural theory
• Ability to teach English language seminars and teacher education courses
• At least 3 years of experience in English language and literature
• Excellent written and spoken Czech or Slovak

International Experience Requirement

Professional experience abroad outside the Czech Republic and Slovakia in an academic or research institution for at least 6 months, either continuously or in shorter combined periods.

Applicants who do not meet this requirement may request an exception with a brief explanation.

Additional Expectations

• Publications appropriate to career stage
• Conference papers, public lectures, and dissemination activities
• Long-term collaboration with international experts
• Future collaboration and networking potential, especially in grant applications

Requirements Related to Job Content

• Presentation, organisational, didactic, and mentoring skills
• Ability to contribute to departmental research and publication activities
• Ability to independently solve complex research tasks and contribute to research projects
• Ability to apply for academic grants
• Diligence, responsibility, and reliability
• Team spirit

Advantages

• Knowledge of the university environment
• Previous experience in education

We Offer

Working Environment

• Stable working environment in a prestigious institution
• Employment at an institution awarded HR Excellence in Research
• Friendly and inspiring working environment
• Convenient city-centre faculty location
• Friendly approach to work-life balance
• International team
• Excellent students

Employee Benefits

• 8 weeks of paid vacation per year
• Meal allowance or meals in canteens
• Pension insurance contribution or nursery/playgroup allowance or Long-Term Investment Product (DIP)
• Selected vaccinations free of charge
• Favourable Vodafone mobile tariffs
• MultiSport card
• Sports lessons organised by the Faculty of Arts or Faculty of Sports Studies
• Nursery schools Loučka and Elánek for employees’ children near the faculty

Training and Development

Opportunities for:

• Language and professional courses
• Use of MU libraries
• International placements and mobilities
• Participation in conferences
• Personal and professional development

How to Apply

Please send your application via the electronic application link by 10 June 2026 and attach all required documents.

Required Documents

• Cover letter specifying:CV with overview of previous experience
  • area of research interest
  • syllabus proposals for:
    • one BA course in British cultural studies
    • one elective Master’s course in Anglophone (British) literary history
• Copies of proof of education
• Affidavit of professional experience abroad outside the Czech Republic and Slovakia (may be included in the CV)

In accordance with Section 70(5) of Act No. 111/1998 Coll., the CV must include information about current employers.

After successful submission, applicants will receive an automatic confirmation email.

Contact Information

Faculty HR Contact

Mgr. Lída Oplatková
E-mail: oplatkova@phil.muni.cz

Selection Process

Selection Criteria

• Submission of all required documents
• Compliance of candidate profile with the position requirements

Suitable candidates will be invited to a personal interview, which may also take place online via videoconference.

About Masaryk University

Masaryk University is the second largest university in the Czech Republic, with:

• 10 faculties
• more than 6,000 employees
• approximately 32,000 students

The university is internationally recognised for high-quality education and research across humanities and natural sciences.

About the Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts is one of the founding faculties of Masaryk University and has played a major role in humanities and social science education, research, and cultural life since 1919.

• Over 600 employees
• More than 6,000 students
• Holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award since 2021

Department Information

More information about the Department of English and American Studies:

https://english.phil.muni.cz

Department Contact Person

doc. Mgr. Tomáš Kačer, Ph.D.

E-mail: kacer@phil.muni.cz
Telephone: +420 549497237