Leadership Academy for Researchers
Learn to develop individuals, lead teams, shape institutions, and build the science culture of tomorrow.
Why Leadership Academy
In science, brilliant ideas and advanced technology matter. But real success comes from people: their ability to inspire each other, work together, and create an environment where discoveries grow and make an impact. Leadership is not about holding a position. It is about taking responsibility, motivating others, and shaping a shared vision.
The Leadership Academy helps researchers take that step. It gives them the confidence and skills to grow as leaders, build strong and diverse teams, and create a culture where everyone can contribute their best. Leadership is not an optional skill. It is the foundation of excellent research. It is not just task management. It means becoming a leader who drives change, connects science with society, and ensures continuous progress.
Do you want to grow as a leader, build strong teams, and shape the future of your institution? Join us and let’s advance Czech science together.
Upcoming events
Leadership Bites: Strategy vs. Culture in a Research InstitutionNetworkingApril 15, 2026 – Should a research institution have a clear strategy? And does “culture eat strategy for breakfast,” or can the two go hand in hand? Join us for the first networking breakfast from our Leadership Bites series!Read more ↗︎
AI for Writing Project ProposalsWebinarApril 16, 2026 – Explore how modern AI assistants can help with one of the most challenging parts of proposal writing: turning large volumes of research notes, literature, and scattered ideas into a clear and convincing narrative.
This webinar is fully booked. You can still join the waiting list using the button below!Read more ↗︎
Leadership Bites: Coaching in Research – How to Manage Conversations, People, and Yourself More EffectivelyNetworkingMay 12, 2026 – How can you guide your team members toward greater independence and responsibility? How can you give feedback that is truly helpful? And what can coaching do for you? Join us for the networking meetup in our Leadership Bites series and explore answers with us.Read more ↗︎
Academy
Comprehensive leadership training programs designed for researchers at all career stages
Community
Join a network of researchers committed to excellence in leadership
Tomáš Mocek – Leadership in science means so much more than just managing experiments, developing new theory, or ticking off project milestones — it is about inspiring people, shaping culture, and creating space where bold ideas can truly thrive. 
Marijke Lein – Trust and autonomy are something that people really value a lot in scientific teams. They want to be considered as good scientists, not needing to be taken by the hand, but able to make their own decisions. This is fundamental for a positive work culture and scientific excellence. 
Pavel Plevka – Our responsibility as leaders is to support the development of every individual in the group, not just those who publish in prestigious journals. Caring for all team members is crucial for overall success. 
Matouš Glanc – If we have a good environment and strong culture, we will attract more talent from outside, bringing expertise from top countries and leading institutions. This can set off a positive feedback loop and contribute to higher impact and competitiveness of Czech science. 
Kateřina Komrsková – My leadership approach is grounded in trust, motivation, and coordination to use and expand the inner strengths of my team. Micromanagement isn’t my style. 
Adam Pruška – A lot of people do great science; that’s not outstanding. What we need is for leaders and institutions to give us space and time not only for hard work in the lab, but also for building networks and developing soft skills. 
Jan Brajer – Thanks to strategic leadership and improved management, the success rate in our projects grew rapidly in just a few years, from 25% to 46%. 
Eliška Handlířová – The people who might benefit the most from the leadership training are usually those most hesitant to participate.