Predoctoral Position

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Predoctoral Position – Lise Meitner Group “Coded Objects”

Institution: Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz – Max-Planck-Institut
Location: Florence, Italy
Application Deadline: May 30, 2025, 12:00 pm CET
Start Date: Earliest possible from September 2025

The Lise Meitner Group “Coded Objects”, led by Anna-Maria Meister at the Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz (KHI) – Max Planck Institute, invites applications for a Predoctoral Position (M/F/D).

This opportunity is aimed at advanced doctoral students from architecture, design, the arts, and humanities whose research intersects with the themes and methodologies of the “Coded Objects” group. This is a residential position based in Florence, Italy.

About the Position

Conduct independent research within the Lise Meitner Group framework
Actively participate in group activities and contribute to collective outputs
Organize workshops, visits, and other research-based events
Maintain and develop a shared research library and methods collection
Engage in collaborative scholarly work with international peers

Eligibility

Doctoral candidates in the advanced stage of their dissertation (from any university worldwide)
Must demonstrate how residency in Florence enhances their research
Endorsement from doctoral advisor required
Strong command of English (for academic discourse)

Remuneration & Benefits

Salary in line with 65% TVöD Bund E 13 + social benefits (or equivalent via German Embassy in Rome)
Full access to KHI facilities: library, Photothek, personal desk, research budget
Participation in a vibrant scholarly community

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following as PDF files via the online portal:
Cover letter outlining research fit and proposed funding period
Research project proposal (max. 1000 words) with bibliography
Curriculum vitae including publication list (incl. forthcoming work)
One reference letter (may be sent directly to annaluise.schubert@khi.fi.it)
Proposal for collective output or activity (max. 500 words), such as a workshop, publication, digital project, or exhibition, aligned with the research group’s focus

Diversity & Inclusion

The Max Planck Society and KHI are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Applicants from non-traditional academic paths and underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.

Image credits: Von KHI Florenz – KHI Florenz, CC BY-SA 3.0

Predoctoral Position