Employee Care

The Faculty of Science supports the education and professional development of its employees. In addition to professional growth within individual specialisations, it also offers opportunities for further development in areas that staff utilise in their day-to-day work. Courses and training programmes are available, focusing e.g. on soft skills and managerial skills, working with information technology, language training, communication and other competencies, in line with the current needs of individuals and departments.

Employees of the UP Faculty of Science and their family members can take advantage of discounted accommodation at the faculty’s holiday centre in Karlov pod Pradědem, with priority booking for stays. Thanks to its location in the heart of the Jeseníky Mountains, it is an ideal place for relaxation, family holidays and active breaks throughout the year. The centre offers six rooms with a total capacity of 20 beds, a shared, fully equipped kitchen and shared bathroom facilities, a common room, an outdoor seating area and other facilities for leisure activities.

Detailed information can be found on the website karlov.upol.cz.

The Ball of the UP Faculty of Science is one of the faculty’s major social events each year. It offers an opportunity to meet outside the usual work and study environment and brings together employees, students, alumni, partners and other guests.

In the past, the ball was held at the Olomouc Regional Centre, the Clarion Congress Hotel Olomouc or the NH Collection Olomouc Congress. It now takes place on the premises of the Faculty of Science, with all six floors of the building taking on a festive atmosphere for one evening. The result is a colourful evening full of music, dancing, entertainment and informal get-togethers.

Further information can be found at www.plesprf.upol.cz.

One of the Faculty of Science’s traditional social events is a so-called POSPOS – the Post-Semester Gathering, which takes place at the end of each semester. For employees, it offers an opportunity to step away from the usual pace of work for a while, meet colleagues from across the faculty, and bring the past term to a close together in an informal atmosphere. The gathering provides a space for friendly conversations, sharing experiences and networking outside the everyday working environment. POSPOS is therefore not only a pleasant way to round off the semester, but also an opportunity to strengthen relationships and a sense of community across the faculty.

As part of its employee welfare programme, the Faculty of Science organises the traditional ‘Children’s Day with the Faculty’ – an afternoon full of games, competitions, physical activity and fun for the employees' families. The programme includes knowledge-based and playful tasks, as well as activity stations focusing on motor skills, physical fitness, dexterity and memory. There is also plenty of opportunity for competing together, exploring and simply enjoying each other’s company. The youngest visitors can look forward to inflatable attractions, face painting and other accompanying activities. The event also offers an opportunity to spend time informally with colleagues and their families, helping to foster a friendly atmosphere at the faculty.

Palacký University employees can enjoy discounted admission to the Fort Science, the interactive science centre run by the UP Faculty of Science.

On presentation of their employee card, they will receive a 20% discount on admission. They can also take advantage of a 10% discount on day camps and science clubs for their children, as well as priority registration. The discount on camps and clubs is applied using a discount code when completing the registration form.

Further information and the current programme can be found on the Fort Science website.

The UP Kindergarten helps employees to better balance their work and family lives. Thanks to its location near the UP Faculty of Science, it saves parents time on their daily commute and makes it easier to organise their working day. It offers children a pleasant and stimulating environment whilst making the most of its unique links with the university – the educational programme is complemented by interesting activities organised in collaboration with experts from Palacký University. Priority is given to the children of UP staff when admitting new pupils.

Table tennis enthusiasts can play in the area in front of the rear lift on the side of the classrooms on the ground floor of the Faculty of Science building at 17. listopadu 12, where a table tennis table is available.

Employees also have the opportunity to take advantage of the wide range of sporting activities offered by the university’s Akademik Sports Centre.