Possible thematic focuses of the dissertation (indicative):

• Adaptation of public service media to the digital environment
• Emergence and functioning of VOD platforms in the public service media environment
• Inclusive approaches to the distribution of public service media content
• Personalization of content in public service media

The topic of the dissertation will be specified by agreement with the supervisor — the applicant has the opportunity to bring their own research interest within this broader framework.

Supervisor: Jakub Macek

What we offer

• PhD scholarship + 0.3 working hours on the project
• Work within an existing research team, mentoring
• Methodological support

Requirements

• Completed master's degree in a relevant field (media/communication studies, political science, sociology, etc.)
• Fluent knowledge of Czech language (C1) enabling to conduct terrain research in Czech-language media einvornment 
• Interest in research, reliability and desire to develop methodological skills
• Knowledge of research methods, significant experience with collecting and analyzing qualitative data is an advantage

How to apply?

Interested candidates, please contact the supervisor as soon as possible by e-mail to agree and coordinate the topic: jmacek@fss.muni.cz

More detailed information about the admissions process and application submission is available here. The deadline for applications is 30.4.2026.