Vědecký pracovník / vědecká pracovnice v oboru
Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic
About the Role
The Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, specifically the Library of the Academy of Sciences, is seeking a Research Fellow in the History of Book Culture. This position is part of the Center for Research on Book Culture and is ideal for researchers, postdocs, and doctoral students in the final stages of their studies looking to advance their research within an interdisciplinary scientific team.
Key Responsibilities
- Researching the history of book culture in the early modern period, with a specific focus on the Rudolphine era.
- Processing and analyzing historical data and sources for book culture research, particularly historical book collections, book holdings, and provenances.
- Conducting independent scientific work and publishing research results in domestic and international professional publications.
- Participating in the preparation of research projects and grant applications.
- Collaborating on the center's professional activities and fostering domestic and international scientific contacts.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Completed doctoral studies (Ph.D.) in History, Historical Auxiliary Sciences, History of Book Culture, Classical Philology, or a related humanities field. Applicants in the final stage of doctoral studies are also welcome.
- Professional interest in the history of book culture in the early modern period and aptitude for independent scientific work.
- Good knowledge of Latin for working with historical sources.
- Good knowledge of English for professional communication and publication activities.
- Ability for independent research and teamwork.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Basic knowledge of German.
- Experience with research on historical book collections, old prints, manuscripts, or book provenances.
- Experience with historical databases and digital research tools.
- Previous publication activity and experience with preparing scientific projects.
Application Requirements
Applicants should submit:
- A structured Curriculum Vitae.
- A list of professional publications.
- A brief motivation letter outlining professional specialization and previous research experience.
Application Deadline: December 31, 2026
Estimated Start Date: To be agreed upon
Contact for Submissions: [email protected]


