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

• Security implications of new and digital technologies for international security and security governance, grounded in security studies.

• Cyber security in European and/or international contexts, including cyber defence, critical infrastructure resilience, hybrid threats and governance of the digital space, with a clear link to wider security studies.

The principal duty of the researcher is to conduct international competitive research and publish its results in peer-reviewed international academic journals and with internationally respected publishing houses. In addition to that, they should be able to carry out policy analysis and provide decision makers with their expertise in the form of policy papers, ad hoc studies, and consultations. They 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 the support of the IIR’s project manager, they are also expected to apply for additional research funding and become (co-)leaders of research projects that include the Institute’s other researchers, associate researchers, or Ph.D. students.

What We Expect

• Ph.D. or, as a minimum, being enrolled as a Ph.D. student (in International Relations or related subjects),

• 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

• 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 jobs@iir.cz

• 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 January 10, 2026. Selected candidates shall be invited for interviews.

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

The Institute of International Relations is a fair opportunity employer.