Institution: Leuphana University of Lüneburg
Deadline: 3 August 2025
Location: Lüneburg, Germany
Leuphana University is hiring two Research Associates for the PAESE 3.0 project, part of the “Digital Provenance and Collection Research Science Space.” This initiative builds on prior research into ethnographic collections in Lower Saxony, focusing on enriching and contextualising provenance data, with cross-institutional collaboration.
Position Details
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Contract: Fixed-term until 31 October 2028
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Grade: EG 13 TV-L
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Workload: Full-time (100%)
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Start date: Fall 2025
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Location: Leuphana University of Lüneburg (with remote work options within Germany)
Responsibilities
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Enhance and contextualize legacy data related to colonial collections
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Conduct requirement analysis for data development
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Coordinate sub-project activities and institutional collaborations
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Organize project workshops and outreach activities
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Engage in national and international networks on provenance research
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Prepare deliverables including schedules, reports, and best practice guidelines
Candidate Profile
Applicants are welcome from both humanities and informatics backgrounds:
Option A – Humanities:
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PhD (preferred) or MA in History, Anthropology, Art History, Sociology, or similar
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Experience with colonial collections and metadata standards (e.g., CIDOC-CRM)
Option B – Informatics:
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PhD, MA, or BA with relevant professional experience in Computer Science, Library/Data Science, or Digital Humanities
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Familiarity with cultural heritage informatics and metadata structures
Additional Requirements
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Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration
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Excellent English (spoken and written); French or other languages are an asset
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Independent and responsible working style
What They Offer
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Participation in an ambitious, international research environment
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Flexible working hours and pension scheme (VBL)
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Remote work options within Germany
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Access to university sports, health initiatives, and training opportunities
