The Č.j.: UKFF/197632/2024 is a job posting for an academic position at the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Charles University in Prague. The position is for an Assistant Professor or Assistant, depending on the candidate’s level of education, with a focus on Philosophy and Didactics of Philosophy. The job entails teaching expert subjects in the Master’s program „Teaching Philosophy in Secondary Schools,“ organizing practical components of the curriculum, collaborating with secondary schools, contributing to the development of the field, and engaging in publication activities.
To be eligible for the position, candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in Philosophy or a related pedagogical or didactic field focused on social sciences. Alternatively, candidates with a Master’s degree in Philosophy or a related field with the intention of pursuing a Ph.D. are also considered. Experience in teaching Didactics in social sciences or Philosophy at the secondary school level, a track record of publications in the field, proficiency in Czech language at a minimum C1 level, and proficiency in at least two foreign languages at a B2 level are also required.
The expected start date for the position is September 1, 2024, with an application deadline of June 8, 2024. Applicants are required to submit a complete application, including a professional CV, a summary of their professional experience, teaching and publication activities, copies of educational documents, a teaching and expert activities plan for the next three years, and an academic career development plan leading to the commencement of the habilitation procedure within nine years of employment.
Applications can be submitted by mail or in person to the Human Resources Department at Charles University or via email to the designated address. The selection committee will review all applications and may invite selected candidates for an interview as part of the selection process.
It is important to note that the Faculty of Arts of Charles University will process the personal data of applicants in accordance with relevant legal regulations and university policies. Information on the processing of personal data can be found on the university’s website.
The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Charles University welcomes applications from candidates belonging to underrepresented groups in the academic community. This job posting presents an exciting opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to the field of Philosophy and Didactics of Philosophy through teaching, research, and collaboration with secondary schools.
