Researcher / Senior Researcher

The Institute of International Relations Prague (IIR) is an independent public research institution that conducts excellent academic research in the larger field of international relations. It is established by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. The IIR's mission is to conduct internationally recognised, excellent basic and applied research in the field of international studies, contribute to the formation and conduct of Czech foreign policy, and increase awareness of international relations issues among both professionals and the general public. The institute is an active member of several international research networks. Located in the historical centre of Prague, the venue and library provide a stimulating environment for scholars and students of international relations.

The Institute now seeks to hire a Researcher with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• International political economy, trade, and geopolitics
• International security and trans-Atlantic relations and/or Eastern Europe
• Central Europe and the European Union
• The International Relations of the Middle East
• The International Relations of Asia and the Indo-Pacific

The principal duty of the researcher is to conduct international competitive research and publish the results in peer-reviewed international academic journals and with internationally respected publishing houses. Another principal duty is to conduct policy analysis and provide decision-makers with their expertise through applied research through policy papers, ad hoc studies, and consultations. Researchers are expected to cooperate with the members of the research centre of which they are members on collective publications, projects and public events. They are also encouraged to appear in the media and engage in the public debate in their area of focus. With support from the IIR’s project support department, they are also expected to apply for additional research funding and serve as (co-)leaders of research projects that include the Institute’s other researchers and associate researchers.

What We Expect

• Ph.D. degree, or current Ph.D. candidate status at an advanced stage of doctoral studies in International Relations or a related field,
• previous experience with research,
• solid theoretical and methodological background,
• academic publications, such as articles in peer-reviewed international journals, and academic books or book chapters published by respected publishing houses,
• motivation for personal growth, flexibility, reliability, initiative, capacity to deliver quality results both unsupervised and in a team, and residence in Prague.
• experience with developing policy recommendations and willingness to work in the field of applied research
• knowledge of Czech at a working level is an advantage

What We Offer

• full-time position (1,0 FTE) based in Prague,
• excellent opportunity for scholars seeking public engagement and involvement in policy,
• participation in ongoing and research projects, with additional substantial financial rewards,
• motivational bonuses based on the researcher’s publications,
• intellectually stimulating, fully internationalised research environment (English as a working language in the research department communication) offering a good work/life balance, flexible working hours and home office),
• dedicated research infrastructure,
• six weeks of vacation, electronic meal vouchers.

How to apply?

Candidates are kindly requested to send the following materials by email to Tato e-mailová adresa je chráněna před spamboty. Pro její zobrazení musíte mít povolen Javascript.

• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae with a list of publications
• A copy of one recent academic text that is considered best by the candidate

The closing date for applications is May 11, 2026. Selected candidates shall be invited for interviews.

The expected start date is June 2026. It may be negotiated based on individual circumstances.

The Institute of International Relations is a fair opportunity employer.

Source: Institute of International Relations Prague