Assistant Collection Manager

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Note: This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.

Assistant Collection Manager – Ursula Hauser Collection, Henau, Switzerland

Institution: Ursula Hauser Collection
Location: Henau (Region St. Gallen/Winterthur), Switzerland

The Ursula Hauser Collection is one of the most important private collections for modern and contemporary art, with a particular focus on women artists. Since the 1980s, Ursula Hauser has built an outstanding international collection that is lent worldwide and serves as a key resource for scholars and art professionals. As part of a succession plan, the Collection is seeking an engaged Assistant Collection Manager starting January 1, 2026, ideally with onboarding in December 2025.

Employment Details

Position: 80% (part-time)
Location: Henau, Switzerland
Flexible on-site working hours

Responsibilities

Collection Care: Inventory management, condition checks, database maintenance, coordination of restorations and photography, organization of acquisitions and sales.
Archive: Maintenance of physical and digital archives, library care, research, documentation and certificates, support for Catalogue Raisonné projects.
Loans: Preparation of condition reports, image materials, catalogue editing, supervision of external loans.
Exhibitions & Events: Organize and support internal exhibitions, tours, and events; preparation of exhibition materials.
Database & App: Maintain the collection database, Collection App, and digital image archive.
Communication: Manage the collection’s website and Instagram account.

Candidate Profile

Degree in art history or a related field.
Minimum two years of professional experience in collection management or as a registrar.
Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign & Photoshop, collection databases, Apple environment).
Fluent in German and English, written and spoken.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and discretion with confidential information.
Strong communication skills and professionalism in interactions with internal and external contacts.
Flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements.