Habilitation and Appointment Procedures

1.

Application to initiate the habilitation procedure

where the applicant states the full title of the accredited field for the habilitation procedure, the faculty where the procedure is to be initiated, the title of the submitted habilitation thesis, and any other relevant information.

2.

Habilitation thesis 

The applicant will submit 3 copies of the habilitation thesis, which may take the form of a written work presenting original scientific findings, a published monograph containing new scientific insights, or a commented set of the applicant’s published scientific works.

3.

Officially certified copies of the diploma

The applicant will submit certified copies of diplomas confirming the completion of master’s and doctoral studies at a university (typically Mgr., title from the rigorosum procedure, and Ph.D.), ideally in A4 format.

Documents related to studies and the awarding of academic degrees at Charles University, as specified in this section, may be submitted by Charles University employees as copies without notarization. 

4.

Structured CV

a) includes an overview of their study, with the title of the master’s, rigorosum, and dissertation thesis, with the names of the thesis supervisors or advisors and their affiliations,

b) includes an overview of previous employment and relevant professional experience, attestations, stays abroad, etc.

c) includes an overview of their academic activities to date in both pedagogical and research (creative) fields,

d) includes other information that the applicant considers important for the fulfilment of the specified recommended criteria for the habilitation procedure at Charles University and the respective faculty.

5.

Full record of pedagogical activities

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The applicant will provide an overview of their pedagogical activities for at least the past three years + the current academic year, including supervised, consulted, and reviewed bachelor’s, master’s, rigorosum, or dissertation theses. The actual hours taught must be reported.
 

Previous pedagogical experience may also be included to give the overall context of the applicant's previous pedagogical placement.   

Applicants who have been on maternity or parental leave or on a long-term stay abroad may submit a record of pedagogical activity for a longer period so that the period of pedagogical activity assessed is similar to the continuous three-year period of pedagogical activity referred to above.   

The record should be confirmed by the institution where the pedagogical activity took place (for FSV UK employees, this is the signature of the director of the respective institute).

6.

A commented overview of pedagogical activities to date

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The applicant will focus primarily on reflecting the quality of their teaching and also describe how they have contributed to the development of their field through their pedagogical work. They should specify which pedagogical methods they employ and whether they have introduced any innovative elements into their classes, or new lectures, courses, or subjects.

7.

Vision for future pedagogical activities within the field

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8.

Structured overview of publication activity and indication of personal ORCID number

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Publications will be divided by category:

J - peer-reviewed professional article, divided into three subcategories (Jimp, Jsco, Jost), including the IF and AIS. Additionally, the author will indicate the decile/quartile according to the WoS and the subject classification,

B - professional book,

C - chapter in a professional book,

D - paper in proceedings (DWoS, DScopus).

The list of publications may also include other publications that will not be the subject of detailed evaluation by the commission but are important for the overall profile of the applicant's scientific and pedagogical persona.

For publications with multiple authors, the applicant will specify their individual authorship share (expressed as a percentage) and may briefly comment on their contribution to the given publication or group of publications. Additionally, for co-authored publications, the applicant will indicate whether they are the primary author or the corresponding author.

9.

A commented selection of the five most important (most significant) publications

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The applicant will state the contribution of each publication to the field. For co-authored publications, the applicant will indicate their percentage share of authorship and provide a verbal commentary on their role.

10.

Citations of works according to the methodology of the Web of Science, or Scopus, Google Scholar, and others

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Citations according to WoS must always be provided. The applicant may supplement WoS citation data with figures from other databases commonly used in the respective field (e.g., Scopus, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, etc.). In social sciences and humanities, applicants may additionally include lists of citations and reviews of their works based on their own research.

The applicant will generate a citation count report from the WoS database using the Create Citation Report function. The report must be submitted by the applicant in its complete version, including the line graph.

Documents for the assessment of international experience

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The applicant will provide an overview of international scientific professional stays, including the name of the host institution, duration, and outcomes, as well as participation in international conferences, with emphasis on invited lectures.

Documents for the evaluation of the results of creative activities - projects and grants

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The applicant will provide an overview of externally funded scientific projects and grants and also grants and institutional support projects with an indication of the role (principal investigator, co-investigator = principal investigator of the co-investigating organisation team, member of the investigating team = participation in research), and a listing and evaluation of the results.

Confirmation of employment and professional experience, attestations, etc.

Confirmation from FSV UK will be arranged by the Research Office. For other workplaces where the applicant holds employment relations, confirmation must be obtained from the respective department of that workplace.

Membership in scientific boards, bodies of scientific societies, editorial boards, and received scientific awards

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Documents for the assessment of the applicant's involvement in the so-called third role of the university and the outputs of the popularisation of creative activities

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The applicant should specifically indicate, for example, media appearances, popularising lectures, publications, development of study materials for lower levels of education, etc.

Documents on cooperation with applied practice, if relevant to the field of the habilitation procedure

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The applicant will specify, for example, various forms of cooperation with the business sector, public administration, non-profit organizations, etc.

Final summary of submitted documents, focusing on a comprehensive overview of the applicant’s main scientific, pedagogical, and other relevant achievements, from the applicant’s perspective.

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Application to initiate the appointment procedure

where the applicant will state the accredited field for the full professorship appointment procedure, as well as the faculty where the procedure is to be initiated. The applicant will also specify the topic of their professorial lecture that will be presented before the Scientific Council of FSV UK.

2.

Officially certified copies of the diploma

The applicant will submit certified copies of the document confirming the award of the title docent, including the specified field. In addition, certified copies of diplomas confirming the completion of master’s and doctoral studies at a university must be provided (typically Mgr., title from the rigorosum procedure, and Ph.D.), ideally in A4 format.

Documents related to studies and the awarding of academic degrees at Charles University, as specified in this section, may be submitted by Charles University employees as copies without notarization. 

3.

Structured CV

a) includes an overview of their study, with the title of the master’s, rigorosum, and dissertation thesis, with the names of the thesis supervisors or advisors and their affiliations,

b) includes an overview of previous employment and relevant professional experience, attestations, stays abroad, etc.

c) includes an overview of their academic activities to date, in both pedagogical and research (creative) fields,

d) includes other information that the applicant considers important for the fulfilment of the specified recommended criteria for the appointment procedure at Charles University and the respective faculty.

4.

Full record of pedagogical activities

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The applicant will provide an overview of their pedagogical activities for at least the past five years + the current academic year, including supervised, consulted, and reviewed bachelor’s, master’s, rigorosum, or dissertation theses. The actual hours taught must be reported.

Previous pedagogical experience may also be included to give the overall context of the applicant's previous pedagogical placement.   

Applicants who have been on maternity or parental leave or on a long-term stay abroad may submit a record of pedagogical activity for a longer period so that the period of pedagogical activity assessed is similar to the continuous three-year period of pedagogical activity referred to above.   

The record should be confirmed by the institution where the pedagogical activity took place (for FSV UK employees, this is the signature of the director of the respective institute).

5.

A commented overview of pedagogical activities to date

sample form

The applicant will focus primarily on reflecting the quality of their teaching and also describe how they have contributed to the development of their field through their pedagogical work. They should specify which pedagogical methods they employ and whether they have introduced any innovative elements into their classes, or new lectures, courses, or subjects.

6.

Concept of further development of the field related to the appointment procedure in the pedagogical and scientific (creative) field, including the applicant’s vision for their future involvement in the field.

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7.

A report on the supervision and consultation of doctoral students, along with a perspective on future involvement in doctoral studies. This section may also include supervising activities in the postdoc category.

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8.

Structured overview of publication activity and indication of personal ORCID number

sample form

Publications will be divided by category:

J - peer-reviewed professional article, divided into three subcategories (Jimp, Jsco, Jost), including the IF and AIS. Additionally, the author will indicate the decile/quartile according to the WoS and the subject classification,

B - professional book,

C - chapter in a professional book,

D - paper in proceedings (DWoS, DScopus).

The list of publications may also include other publications that will not be the subject of detailed evaluation by the commission but are important for the overall profile of the applicant's scientific and pedagogical persona.

For publications with multiple authors, the applicant will specify their individual authorship share (expressed as a percentage) and may briefly comment on their contribution to the given publication or group of publications. Additionally, for co-authored publications, the applicant will indicate whether they are the primary author or the corresponding author.

9.

A commented selection of the five most important (most significant) publications

sample form

The applicant will state the contribution of each publication to the field. For co-authored publications, the applicant will indicate their percentage share of authorship and provide a verbal commentary on their role.

10.

Citations of works according to the methodology of the Web of Science, or Scopus, Google Scholar, and others

sample form

Citations according to WoS must always be provided. The applicant may supplement WoS citation data with figures from other databases commonly used in the respective field (e.g., Scopus, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, etc.). In social sciences and humanities, applicants may additionally include lists of citations and reviews of their works based on their own research.

The applicant will generate a citation count report from the WoS database using the Create Citation Report function. The report must be submitted by the applicant in its complete version, including the line graph.

Original letters of recommendation in English from two professors in the same or a related field, preferably from a renowned foreign university. 

Additional letters of recommendation from distinguished, internationally recognised experts in the field of the appointment procedure may be submitted.

The letters of recommendation will assess the applicant's scientific activity to date and their contribution to the field of the appointment procedure.

Letters must be signed and dated.

Documents for the evaluation of the results of creative activities - projects and grants

sample form

The applicant will provide an overview of externally funded scientific projects and grants and also grants and institutional support projects with an indication of the role (principal investigator, co-investigator = principal investigator of the co-investigating organisation team, member of the investigating team = participation in research), and a listing and evaluation of the results.

Documents supporting the assessment that the applicant has been recognised by the international scientific community (major awards, membership in scientific and editorial boards, invited lectures at major international conferences, etc.).

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Documents for the assessment of the applicant's involvement in the so-called third role of the university and the outputs of the popularisation of creative activities

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The applicant should specifically indicate, for example, media appearances, popularising lectures, publications, development of study materials for lower levels of education, etc.

Documents on cooperation with applied practice, if relevant to the field of the appointment procedure

sample form

The applicant will specify, for example, various forms of cooperation with the business sector, public administration, non-profit organizations, etc.

Scope and form of the applicant’s prior cooperation with the University and its units, including future prospects if the applicant is not an employee of Charles University

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In support of their application, applicants from another university will describe whether and in what way they have previously cooperated with any faculty or other units of Charles University, and outline their future cooperation plans.

Confirmation of employment and specialised experience, attestations, etc.

Confirmation from FSV UK will be arranged by the Research Office. For other workplaces where the applicant holds employment relations, confirmation must be obtained from the respective department of that workplace.

Final summary of submitted documents, focusing on a comprehensive overview of the applicant’s main scientific, pedagogical, and other relevant achievements, from the applicant’s perspective.

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