Selection Procedures

The Institute of Philosophy of the Czech Academy of Sciences (FLÚ AV ČR), v. v. i., is a public research institution engaged in research in the field of philosophy and related disciplines. Within the Czech Academy of Sciences, it is the largest institution in the humanities and social sciences—comprising nearly 260 employees who share the common goal of advancing excellent research at the international level.

Our office is located in the very heart of the Old Town—the path to it winds through charming streets lined with historic buildings and cafés, and this is where we are looking for a new team member.

What will your job entail?

• You will be responsible for managing and developing the Institute’s social media presence, including creating posts and communicating with the public
• You will contribute to the creation of audiovisual content—from concept to execution
• You will participate in planning and implementing communication and outreach strategies
• You will assist with the production and organization of events for the general public and experts
• You will handle light administrative tasks

What do we expect from you?

• You have a master’s degree and an interest in the humanities and social sciences,
• you can communicate effectively and present your ideas clearly,
• you have a B2 level of English,
• you are familiar with graphic design and audiovisual software and applications (experience with Canva, GIMP, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or Ecomail is a plus),
• you are reliable, persistent, and enjoy working in a small team,
• you want to work at a scientific institution and are comfortable in a non-commercial environment,
• previous experience in PR and public relations is a plus but not required. We value a desire to learn new things and grow professionally much more highly.

What do we offer?

• part-time work—0.75 FTE (with working hours scheduled from Monday through Friday)
• the option to work from home occasionally (once a week)
• employment at a prestigious public research institution with opportunities for professional development
• a collegial and friendly atmosphere
• 5 weeks of vacation and up to 8 days of sick leave per calendar year
• a meal allowance
• the option of a contribution to a supplemental pension plan
• an inspiring academic environment
• opportunity for language training
• an attractive location in the historic center of Prague on Jilská Street with excellent public transportation access
• start date in January or as agreed

How will the selection process work?

If you’re interested in the position, we’d love for you to send us your resume along with a short cover letter and the contact information for two people we can reach out to for references. Please also check out our social media accounts and briefly describe how you evaluate them from a PR perspective.  We’d also appreciate it if you could share examples of previous activities or projects you’ve worked on. Based on the criteria mentioned above, we’ll select suitable resumes, contact you by phone, and schedule a personal interview with you.

If you’re interested, please contact us at: kariera@flu.cas.cz.