About the Position
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb, invites applications for an Assistant position in Humanities, field Archaeology under the Young Researchers’ Career Development Project – Training New Doctoral Students (code DOK-2025-02). This opportunity is connected with the Croatian Science Foundation’s IP project TiHiTransForm (IP-2022-10-6994), led by Prof. Domagoj Tončinić at the Department of Archaeology. The position offers early-career researchers the chance to pursue doctoral training while actively contributing to archaeological research. It combines academic development with field and non-destructive research opportunities, supporting the long-term goal of advancing archaeological scholarship in Croatia and beyond.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Assistant in Humanities, field Archaeology
- Institution: University of Zagreb, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Department: Archaeology (within Humanities and Social Sciences)
- Research Field: Archaeology, Humanities
- Location: Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (Temporary)
- Start Date (Anticipated): 19 September 2025
- Working Hours: 40 per week
- Salary Range: Not specified
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master
Research Area
- Archaeology (field and non-destructive research)
- Humanities – Archaeological heritage and material culture
- Research training under doctoral programme
- Interdisciplinary archaeological methods
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Archaeology
- Admission eligibility for the Doctoral Programme in Archaeology
- Compliance with Croatian Science and Higher Education Act
Preferred Qualifications:
- Academic excellence demonstrated by awards or recognition
- Published research, conference presentations, or prior research participation
- Experience in independent fieldwork
- Experience in non-destructive archaeological methods
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the IP project TiHiTransForm (IP-2022-10-6994) under Prof. Domagoj Tončinić
- Conduct archaeological research, both fieldwork and non-destructive methods
- Support teaching and academic activities in the Department of Archaeology
- Pursue doctoral training in Archaeology at the University of Zagreb
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted in electronic format (USB memory stick, PDF documents) and addressed to:
Filozofski fakultet, Urudžbeni ured, Ivana Lučića 3, 10000 Zagreb.
Required Documents:
- Signed application and CV (max. 1 page)
- Certificate from Croatian Pension Insurance Institute (HZMO)
- Copy of degree certificate or academic title proof
- Bibliography and documentation of teaching, research, and publications
- Offprints of published articles
- Recognition of foreign diplomas (if applicable)
- Proof of citizenship (foreign applicants must also submit Croatian language proficiency certificate – advanced level)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 18 September 2025
- Deadline: 18 October 2025 (23:59 CET)
- Interview Date: Not specified
- Results Announcement: On the official University of Zagreb Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences website
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences – University of Zagreb
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply now: University of Zagreb Application Portal
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