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Olusola B. Adegbite

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Comparative Area Studies (Asia) at Charles University Charles University

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Anthropology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

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University

Charles University

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Keywords

Anthropology
Sociology
Political Science
International Relations
History
Social Science
Causal Inference
East Asia
Economics
Southeast Asia

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Comparative Area Studies (Asia) at Charles University

The Centre for Multidisciplinary Area Studies (CenMAS) at the Faculty of Arts, Charles University, Prague, is inviting applications for a postdoctoral researcher position in Comparative Area Studies with a focus on South Asia, East Asia and/or Southeast Asia. The role is part of the Horizon Europe-funded ERA Chair in Multidisciplinary Area Studies (ERA-AREAS) project.

The successful candidate will join an international research group and work closely with the ERA Chair Holder, Prof. Mariana Llanos, the Project Coordinator, Prof. Karel Kouba, and the research group leader, Dr. Mahmoud Farag. The post is designed for scholars whose work combines deep regional expertise with comparative social science methods and a strong interest in globally significant issues.

Research focus: contemporary crises in Asia, including political crises, economic shocks, coups, democratic breakdowns, social protests, early government terminations, threats to democracies, and political violence. The post is especially relevant to applicants working in Political Science, Sociology, Economics, Anthropology, Contemporary History, and related area studies fields.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must have a completed PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant social science discipline, awarded no more than five years before the deadline, or expect to complete the PhD by 1 April 2027. Strong English proficiency is required; Czech is not required. Candidates should also have an international publication record in Asian studies, experience with comparative methods, and the ability to work across disciplinary boundaries.

Funding and conditions: full-time employment for 2 years with a salary of 2,000–2,600 EUR per month (take-home pay approx. 1,600–2,040 EUR). The university also offers limited conference travel support and relocation assistance, including help with visa arrangements, housing, and healthcare registration.

Deadline: 14 September 2026 at 23:59 CEST. Shortlisting and interviews follow in late September and early October 2026, with a final decision expected by 31 October 2026. The expected start date is 1 April 2027.

How to apply: submit the online application form and upload a single PDF containing your CV, cover letter with research plans, work sample, publication list, references, and a supervisor confirmation letter if your PhD will be completed by the start date. Complete applications only will be considered.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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