Contract duration : 12 months

Application deadline : October 1st 2026

Start date expected : November 1st 2026

Main activities :

• Conducting ethnographic fieldwork in Subotica and other relevant locations in Serbia
• Analysing the transformation of artistic canons and cultural heritage in the context of contemporary social, cultural, and political transformations in Eastern Europe
• Collecting and analysing oral testimonies, public discourse, archival materials, textual, audio-visual, and performative materials
• Organizing and conducting participatory research activities in collaboration with other researchers, artists, cultural practitioners, and local communities
• Developing and applying interdisciplinary methodologies combining sociology, anthropology, heritage studies, artistic practice, and research on social and cultural transformations in Eastern Europe
• Participating in the organization of academic seminars, workshops, public lectures, exhibitions, and artistic performances in France and Serbia
• Coordinating collaboration between French and Serbian researchers, artists, cultural public bodies and partner institutions
• Participating in research team meetings and project coordination activities
• Producing academic publications, reports, cultural policy recommendations, and other project outputs
• Presenting research findings at international conferences and professional events
• Mediating to favour changes in cultural policies
   

Other duties of the position :

• Participating in scientific and cultural mediation activities targeting broader audiences
• Contributing to the activities of the research unit and international academic networks
• Supporting the organization of guest lectures, workshops, and mobility programmes for researchers and artists

Required transferable skills :

• Proven knowledge in the fields : Sociology of culture, Cultural heritage, Anthropology, Sociology of politics, Studies of nationalism, as well as research experience in the analysis of the social and cultural context of post-socialist Eastern European countries and contemporary Serbia. Experience in projects or researches related to cultural policies, as well as active participation in academic and conferences, is highly desirable.
• English language: good oral and written comprehension

Know-how :

• Knowledge of research methodology
• Independent planning and implementation of theoretical and field research
• Analysis of qualitative data and cultural materials and practices
• Management of research and international projects and coordination of cooperation between different actors, organization of scientific and cultural events
• Writing scientific publications, reports and project documentation
• Development of cultural mediation strategies and public communication of research
• Work in international and interdisciplinary teams.

Interpersonal skills :

• Experience in field of research and international projects
• Experience in field of cultural mediation, public servants, political actors, cultural production and cultural heritage
• Independence and initiative in research work, developed communication skills, ability to work in complex social and political contexts, sensitivity to intercultural dialogue and research ethics.

Minimum education level required :

• PhD

• Long-term fieldwork activities in Serbia, particularly in Subotica and other relevant locations
• Professional travel between France and Serbia for research activities, project coordination, and the organization of academic and cultural events
• Flexible working hours in accordance with the requirements of field research and public engagement activities

Documents to include with your application (non-exhaustive list) :

1. A cover letter (in French or English) addressed to the project manager

2. A detailed analytical CV describing the applicant's research career, including:

• scientific publications;
• participation in or organization of conferences, symposia, and seminars;
• experience within an interdisciplinary team and/or a major research project (if applicable)

3. A copy of your doctoral diploma and thesis defense report, if available

4. The names and email addresses of one or two references (national and international).

Shortlisted candidates will be notified no later than October 15 and invited to participate in interviews with the hiring manager and the person in charge of recruitment. A final decision will be provided at the end of the recruitment process. Further detailed information can be provided upon request. The start of the position is subject to administrative and regulatory verification.

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