Faculty of Education, Charles University (Prague)
The Faculty of Education is one of the seventeen faculties of Charles University. Our mission is to educate teachers for all school levels and to train experts and researchers in education, school psychology, and subject didactics.
Call for Applications – Head of Department (Tenured academict position)
The Dean of the Faculty of Education, Charles University
announces an open competition UKPedF/66991/2026
for the position of
Head of the Department of German, Romance and Slavonic Studies and Language Teaching Methodology
About the Department
Established on 1 January 2026, the Department builds on the long-standing tradition of teacher education in languages and research in foreign language teaching. We focus on preparing future language teachers and developing innovative approaches to multilingual education.
We are looking for an accomplished academic leader with a strong disciplinary background and a genuine interest in leading a professional, internationally oriented team. We warmly welcome applicants from abroad or with substantial international experience.
Key responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and shape the long-term vision of the Department.
Support and develop research, grant activity, and innovation in foreign language didactics.
Lead, mentor, and coordinate an academic and research team in an international environment.
Co-develop and modernize study programmes in cooperation with programme guarantors.
Build partnerships with national and international institutions and stakeholders.
Teach in one of the programmes delivered by the Department.
Requirements
University degree in a relevant field.
Ph.D. (or equivalent) in linguistics, literature, education, language didactics, or a related field.
At least
5 years of relevant academic experience at a university.
Proven experience in leading an international academic team (
minimum 3 years).
English proficiency at
B2 level or higher and proficiency in at least one Department language (German / French / Russian) at C1 level or higher (additional languages are an advantage).
Strong scholarly and teaching profile, including publications in foreign language education and teacher preparation.
Demonstrated ability for strategic planning and representing the Department externally.
Additional expected qualifications
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Documented publication record and research activity.
Experience in research and development projects.
A submitted
concept paper outlining the leadership, operation and development of the Department.
We offer
A senior academic leadership role with real opportunity to shape a new Department.
Support for research projects and international collaboration.
A stimulating academic environment in the centre of Prague, with space for innovation in multilingual education.
Workload: full-time
Salary: according to the applicable salary scheme (depending on academic rank), indicative monthly base:
Assistant Professor: CZK 39,000 + personal bonus CZK 3,200 + leadership allowance
Associate Professor: CZK 46,000 + personal bonus CZK 3,700 + leadership allowance
Full Professor: CZK 55,000 + personal bonus CZK 2,800 + leadership allowance
Expected start date: during 2026, no later than 1 October 2026
How to apply
Please submit: CV, copies of diplomas, list of publications, overview of research activities, and a concept paper on the Department’s operation and development.
Applications are accepted by the Faculty registry office via e-mail, post, or in person:
podatelna@pedf.cuni.cz
Magdalény Rettigové 4, 116 39 Prague 1, Czech Republic
Application deadline: 31 March 2026
Published on the Faculty official notice board on: 9 February 2026
Data protection
By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of personal data in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR). Your documents will be treated as confidential and handled in accordance with applicable legislation.
Information on personal data processing at Charles University: GDPR
Other languages: En français, по-русски, auf Deutsch
Faculty of Education, Charles University (Prague)
The Dean of the Faculty of Education, Charles University
announces an open competition UKPedF/66926/2026
for the position of
Postdoctoral Researcher (research staff)
at the
Department of German, Romance and Slavonic Studies and Language Teaching Methodology
Position overview
We invite applications from early-career researchers with a strong interest in foreign language education / language didactics (or a related area). The position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your research agenda, publish internationally, and contribute to teaching and mentoring in a dynamic academic environment.
Main responsibilities
Conduct research in foreign language education / language didactics or a related field.
Engage in scholarly work, publishing and project activities, including participation in international conferences.
Teach in undergraduate and graduate programmes and mentor students.
Contribute to the broader activities of the Department.
Eligibility and requirements
Ph.D. (or equivalent) in linguistics, literature, foreign language education / language didactics, or a related field (awarded no more than 4 years prior to the application deadline).
Research focus aligned with education-oriented research (didactics).
Ability to work in an international academic environment.
International applicants are strongly encouraged. Applicants based in the Czech Republic are required to have research experience outside the Czech Republic within the last 3 years for at least 2 full years (minimum 0.5 FTE) or to have held a doctoral/postdoctoral (or comparable) position abroad.
Publication record: at least 6 scholarly outputs in the last 3 years (e.g., journal articles, books, book chapters, papers in peer-reviewed proceedings of international conferences).
Minimum 3 years of research experience documented by a publication list (doctoral years count).
Very good command of English and at least one Department language (German / French / Russian).
Additional documents / desirable evidence
Publication list with emphasis on high-quality peer-reviewed / impact journals.
Overview of completed and ongoing research and development projects.
We offer
A 1–3 year postdoctoral appointment with opportunities for international collaboration.
Support for further professional development.
A stimulating academic environment with space to build your own research projects.
Workload: full-time
Monthly salary: CZK 55,000 + personal bonus CZK 2,800
Start date: during 2026, preferably from 1 September 2026
Duration: 1–3 years
How to apply
Please submit: academic CV, copies of diplomas, list of publications, and an overview of research and development projects. Applications are accepted by the HR Department of the Faculty of Education, Charles University:
Data box: piyj9b4
E-mail: podatelna@pedf.cuni.cz
Postal address: Magdalény Rettigové 4, 116 39 Prague 1, Czech Republic
Application deadline: 31 March 2026
Published on the Faculty official notice board on: 16 February 2026
Data protection
By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of personal data in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR). Your documents will be treated as confidential and handled in accordance with applicable legislation.
Information on personal data processing at Charles University: GDPR
Other languages: En français, по-русски, auf Deutsch
