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Director of the Centre of Excellence IT4Innovations – Divison of the University of Ostrava, nstitute for Research and Applications of Fuzzy Modeling (CE IT4I – IRAFM)

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Rector of the University of Ostrava announces selection procedure for the position of:

  • Director of the Centre of Excellence IT4Innovations – Divison of the University of Ostrava, nstitute for Research and Applications of Fuzzy Modeling (CE IT4I – IRAFM)

CE IT4I – IRAFM is a research institute that is one of the 7 organizational units forming the University of Ostrava. Its scientific scope focuses on mathematical and computer science methods from the fields of artificial and computational intelligence, such as, fuzzy modeling, algebraic and logical foundations of approximate reasoning, deep neural networks and machine vision, or topological dynamics. For more details, see website of the institute.

Workplace

  • Institute for Research and Applications of Fuzzy Modeling

Job description

The Director of the Institute is a senior University manager with responsibility for the running of the institute and with responsibility towards the university.

As such he/she is accountable for:

  • The leadership of the Institute ensuring its objectives are aligned with the University strategy.
  • The effective governance and management of the Institute to ensure its performance continually improves.
  • You will be responsible for leadership, strategic direction, staff management, and financial and infrastructure management IRAFM.
  • Recruiting, supervising, and mentoring the IRAFM staff.
  • Identifying and creating opportunities for further research grants.
  • Establish and manage a top scientific team.
  • Coordination and development of research activities, leadership of the research team.

Qualification requirements – required

  • English language competency at least C1 level.
  • Czech language competency at least B2 level.
  • Demonstrated a systematic understanding of a field of study and mastery of research associated with the field.
  • Strong organisational skills and leadership competencies.
  • PhD degree (or a comparable degree from abroad) in mathematics or computer science.
  • Knowledge of the science funding system in the Czech Republic and the EU.

Research level

  • R4 – leader

The expected form of employment

  • 100 % (40 hours per week)

The duration of employment

  • Contract for an indefinite period with a six-month trial period. This is a position with the possibility of recall and resignation.

Probation period

  • Six months

The expected start date

  • By agreement

Wage conditions

  • according to Internal Wage Regulations and experience of the candidate

Benefits

  • 6 weeks of annual leave
  • 5 (paid) days off for medical health and treatment (sick days)
  • Meal vouchers worth CZK 123/day
  • Flexible working hours and the possibility of occasional home office
  • English language courses and other educational courses
  • Support for sports activities, e.g., providing the MultiSport employee program or 50% discount for renting sports facilities at the City Campus
  • Discounts on rent at Heimstaden
  • Kindergarten for employees′ children and 50% discount on school fees
  • Free access to University Library services and to e-books
  • 15% discount on books at University Shop – OUShop
  • Discount on T-mobile tariff plans
  • Work in a dynamic, motivated and creative team
  • Friendly policy and organizational culture, pleasant working environment

The language in which the selection procedure will be conducted

  • Czech

Documents required from the participant

  • application form to be completed for participation in the selection procedure
  • link for submitting the required attachments, specifically:
    • a structured professional CV including an overview of publication activity (in Czech or English);
    • a concept (key points) of a prospective development strategy of the institute (maximum 3 A4 pages);
    • documents proving formal qualifications/education (in Czech or English);
    • proof of meeting the requirements for performing this position pursuant to Act No. 451/1991 Coll. (this Act applies only to Czech citizens born before 1 December 1971; such applicants must submit a lustration certificate or an affidavit).

Application deadline

  • 30 April 2026 (inclusive)

Information about the selection procedure

To apply for the selection procedure, it is necessary to submit the completed form and simultaneously send the required attachments via the provided link.

The first round will consist of an assessment of the submitted documents. Only selected candidates will be invited to the next round – a personal interview. The selection procedure may take place in multiple rounds.

The announcing body reserves the right to cancel, suspend, extend, or conclude the selection procedure without selecting any candidate, without providing a reason.

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