Open positions
ref. no.: UKMFF/600122/2026
Assistant Professor of Theoretical Computer Science at the Computer Science Institute of Charles University |
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| Academic position | |
| Workplace: | Faculty of Mathematics and Physics - School of Computer Science - Computer Science Institute of Charles University |
| Workplace location: | Praha |
| Salary Tariff: | Assistant Professors at Universities, AP2 |
| Salary: | Starting salary from 65,000 CZK to 75,000 CZK |
| Expertise: | theoretical computer science, discrete mathematics |
| Job Offer Code: | 202701-AP2-MFF-IUUK-080 |
We invite applications for a faculty position at the rank of an assistant professor in the area of theoretical computer science. We are looking for candidates that would complement and/or strengthen existing research areas in our institute. Strong candidates from all areas of theoretical computer science will be considered. For further information about our research see http://iuuk.mff.cuni.cz/. Informal inquiries are welcome and may be sent to Robert Samal samal@iuuk.mff.cuni.cz. A successful candidate is expected to pursue an active research program, teach advanced and introductory classes and possibly supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates are expected to have a proven international research record and significant experience abroad (Ph.D. studies or postdoctoral fellowship). A PhD in computer science or a closely related field is required at the time of starting the contract. The contract duration is three years. Potentially, the position is renewable. This is a tenure-track position, a habilitation (associate professor promotion) and a permanent position is a standard possibility (subject to a separate review process). In justified cases, e.g., if the applicant completes his doctoral studies in the period between the submission of the application and the date of starting the employment relationship, the applicant must provide proof of the completed doctoral studies before signing the employment contract, but no later than 9 months after the application deadline. |
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| Qualification and Other Requirements: | Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in a relevant area by the starting date, awarded at most 8 years ago (excluding parental leave), research and teaching experience in a relevant field, positive attitude towards pedagogical work, ability to integrate research and teaching activities as well as supervising student theses, publication record in impact journals and/or conference proceedings and publication media recognized by the community in the relevant area, experience from foreign academic or research institutions. |
| Required education: | Ph.D., CSc, Th.D. or comparable education abroad |
| Employment Type and Scope: | Full time employment, 40 hours per week |
| Expected Start Date: | September 01, 2027 or negotiable |
| Duration of Contract: | 3 years |
APPLICATION SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS |
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Upload the application and the required documents in digital form via the website provided below. If any recommendation letters are required, the applicant is responsible to ensure that they are properly delivered. The website allows to send requests for recommendation letters which are then uploaded by their authors. Candidates who progress to the second round of the selection procedure will be invited to an interview. The interview may be conducted by means of information and communication technology if justified, at the request of the candidate. The Committee may invite selected candidates to give a lecture to the academic community of the Faculty. Apply here | |
| Application Submission Deadline: | January 31, 2027 at 23:59 GMT+0100 |
| Documents Required for the Application: |
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| Minimum number of letters of recommendation required: 2 | |
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