Careers
Call for positions of Researcher, Post-doctoral Researcher and Junior Researcher
Requirements:
- university degree in economics, mathematical economics or a related discipline (Ph.D. degree in case of Researcher or Postdoctoral researcher application)
- demonstrated ability to publish in scientific journals (Researcher) and pursue research in Economics (Postdoctoral or Junior Researcher)
- English proficiency
Please deliver your letter of application (signed) along with your CV (in English) including an overview of your publication activities, photocopies of your study diplomas, and two letters of recommendation (signed) by August 6, 2026 to the address Personální oddělení, EKÚ AV ČR, Politických vězňů 7, 110 00 Praha 1, or in electronic form to the e-mail address
Starting date by agreement.
EKÚ AV ČR, v.v.i., is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to the principles of equal treatment.
EKÚ AV ČR, v.v.i. reserves the right not to fill the listed position.
We hereby inform you that our organization will process your personal data for the purpose of selecting a suitable employee and arranging an employment contract. We will only process your personal data to the extent necessary for the implementation of measures involving mutual negotiations and candidates evaluation by our organization prior to arranging an employment contract. We will only process your personal data for the duration of the selection process, which will not exceed two months. When processing your personal data, we will provide sufficient protection and will not share it with any other legal or natural persons. We further inform you that you have the following rights with respect to your personal data: right of access, correction, deletion, and restriction of processing.
Alumni program Coordinator
FOR PART-TIME (0.5 FTE)
CERGE-EI is a joint workplace of the Center for Economic Research and Graduate Education of Charles University and the Economics Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences. We are consistently ranked among the top institutions producing high-quality economic research in the region. We combine world-class research with education across all fields of theoretical and empirical economics, including economic development and public policy topics.
We are looking for a colleague for the position of alumni program coordinator in PR, with excellent knowledge of English, for a part-time position of 20 hours per week.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Supporting the Development & PR Department and coordinating the CERGE-EI alumni program — an international community of approximately 1,000 alumni working in more than 40 countries around the world.
- planning, organizing, and coordinating existing alumni program activities throughout the year (events, workshops, and regional meetings)
- regular communication with alumni, preparing and distributing newsletters, managing the alumni groups on LinkedIn and Facebook
- coordination and updates of alumni database
- coordinating the Alumni Give Back fundraising campaign
- strengthening relationships with current and future alumni, collecting feedback, identifying needs, and seeking new opportunities for alumni engagement in the institution’s activities
- supporting activities related to the career development of students and alumni
- preparing materials for the website, materials for social media posts, and video content
- monitoring and analyzing trends in given area
What knowledge and skills are required ?
- reliability, independence, and the ability to work in a small team
- excellent organizational and communication skills, especially in coordinating alumni events
- a proactive and helpful approach, and willingness to learn new things
- very good command of English
- proficiency in MS Office and common digital tools
- motivation to work in an international academic environment
What else do we value ?
- previous experience in a scientific or educational institution or a non-profit organization
- innovation, creativity, and enthusiasm for activities with a social impact
What we offer ?
- work in a prestigious international academic institution in the center of Prague
- varied and creative work
- a friendly team and an inspiring working environment
- opportunities for professional growth and development
- competitive remuneration and benefits
- part-time position, 0.5 FTE
- one-year employment contract with the possibility of extension
- part-time starting salary 20,000 – 25,000 CZK, depending on education and experience
- starting date by agreement
If you are interested in this position and meet the requirements, please send your CV and a cover letter by July 31, 2026, to
CERGE-EI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to the principles of equal treatment.
CERGE-EI reserves the right to cancel the selection process without giving a reason.
By sending your CV, you grant CERGE-EI consent to process the provided personal data exclusively for the purposes of the given selection process, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
Your CV and all personal data obtained during this selection process will be shredded/deleted immediately after its conclusion if no employment relationship is established.
IT specialist
FOR PART-TIME (0.5 FTE)
CERGE-EI is a joint workplace of the Center for Economic Research and Graduate Education of Charles University and the Economics Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences. We have long ranked among the institutions producing the highest-quality economic research in the region. We combine top-level research and education across all areas of theoretical and empirical economics, including topics related to economic development and public policy.
Both experienced and beginner specialists are welcome. The prerequisite is an active interest in IT, a will to develop professionally and the ability to bring and implement new ideas.
We are a small team, where each individual is responsible for his/her primary agenda. However, it is also necessary to occasionally cover for colleagues and be ready to complement and collaborate with each other.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsibility for the administration of the computer network (primarily Windows 11, Apple Mac), printers, classrooms equipment.
- Installation and configuration of computers and user applications and related activities, regular user support and training.
- Participation in the administration of selected applications (antivirus, printing system, cameras, access control system, license servers, asset management, etc.) and partly in the administration of Windows servers.
- Communication with suppliers in the purchase of hardware, software and licenses.
- Responsibility for maintaining computer equipment property records.
- Collaboration on IT infrastructure development projects, cooperation on internal documentation and knowledgebase improvements.
What we expect from you
- High school/university education in a technical field (graduates are welcome).
- Ability to communicate with users in English (written and oral).
- General overview of IT.
- Knowledge of MS Windows 11, knowledge of Apple Mac environment.
- Knowledge of network environment, office software.
- Communication skills, independence, reliability.
- Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, at least some of the following areas will be appreciated:
- Administration and development of the Apple Mac environment and all related issues;
- IT security and computer networks in general, backups agenda;
- Administration and development of Windows Server and Active Directory environments and related applications;
- Development of small support applications or scripts primarily related to infrastructure agendas.
What we offer
- The background of a stable prestigious scientific-research and educational workplace.
- Pleasant international working environment in the center of Prague.
- Appropriate financial remuneration.
- 5 weeks of vacation and 5 days of personal development.
- Meal allowance.
- Language and educational courses.
- Multisport card.
- Another wide range of employee benefits.
- Fixed-term employment for 1 year with the possibility of extension for an indefinite period.
- Part-time work during working hours Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
- Start possible by agreement.
- Starting salary for part-time work 24,000 - 26,000 CZK, depending on education and experience.
If you are interested in this position and meet the above requirements, please send your CV and cover letter by August 7, 2026 to
CERGE-EI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to the principles of equal treatment.
CERGE-EI reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process without stating a reason.
By submitting your CV, you give CERGE-EI, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (hereinafter referred to as the “Regulation” or “GDPR”), your consent to the processing of the personal data provided solely for the purposes of the present recruitment process, and only to the extent necessary for its proper conduct.
Your CV and all personal data obtained during this recruitment process will be immediately destroyed or deleted after the completion of the selection procedure if no employment relationship is established with you.
