About Position/Job
Masaryk University, Faculty of Arts, invites applications for the position of Researcher (GIS) at the Department of Archaeology and Museology. This full-time research role is funded through the ERC Synergy project “CoCo – Connected Communities in Early Medieval Europe” and is designed for an early-career researcher (R1 level). The position focuses on landscape archaeology, applying Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and network analysis to study Early Medieval meeting places, settlement hierarchies, waterways, and production–distribution networks of prestigious artefacts in Central Europe.
The researcher will work under the supervision of prof. Mgr. Jiří Macháček, Ph.D. within an international and interdisciplinary research team. The project integrates digital methodologies, geomorphology, and archaeological datasets, aligning closely with the department’s research goals and ERC-funded innovation. The appointment is for three years, with the possibility of a one-year extension, starting 1 April 2026, based in Brno, Czech Republic.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Researcher (GIS)
- Institution: Masaryk University – Faculty of Arts
- Department: Department of Archaeology and Museology
- Research field: Archaeology (Landscape Archaeology, GIS)
- Location: Brno, Czech Republic
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (Fixed-term research contract)
- Start Date (Anticipated): April 2026
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Salary Range: As per Masaryk University pay regulations
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s
Research Area
- Landscape archaeology using GIS
- Network analysis of Early Medieval meeting places
- Settlement hierarchies and waterways in Central Europe
- Production and distribution chains of prestigious artefacts
- Integration of geomorphology, metal-detection finds, and digital datasets
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Archaeology (required)
- Professional focus on landscape or settlement archaeology
- Knowledge of GIS software (ArcGIS or similar)
- English language proficiency at B2 level or higher
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in Geography
- Ongoing or planned PhD studies
- Experience with network analysis tools (Gephi, Cytoscape) or statistical methods (R, SPSS)
- Knowledge of Early Medieval archaeology in Central Europe
- Czech or Slovak language skills (advantage)
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative research within the ERC Synergy project CoCo
- Apply GIS and network analysis to archaeological datasets
- Analyse relationships between landscapes, settlements, and artefact distribution
- Contribute to academic publications and conference presentations
- Support operational and administrative activities of the department
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the official Masaryk University application portal.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter outlining research interests
- Structured CV
- Copies of educational qualifications
- Overview of scientific and publication activities
Important Dates
- Application Opens: January 2026
- Deadline: 8 March 2026 (23:59, Europe/Prague)
- Interview Date: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted (interviews may be online)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Masaryk University
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: click here
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