Research Assistant

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Kunsthaus NRW is Seeking a Research Assistant

Application deadline: 24 August 2026
Remuneration: Based on TV-L E13

The Kunsthaus NRW is seeking, at the earliest possible date, a Research Assistant (m/f/d) on a part-time basis (16 hours per week) for the LaB K program – State Office for Fine Arts.

Type of Position and Remuneration:
• Part-time (40%)
• Fixed-term for 2 years with the option of permanent appointment
• Remuneration based on TV-L E13

The Kunsthaus NRW is an institution for the promotion of artists, run as an independent, non-profit GmbH under the Ministry of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, with a history dating back to 1948. The institution’s main location is the old abbey in Aachen-Kornelimünster. The purpose of the Kunsthaus NRW is to promote, present, and mediate fine arts in NRW. In Aachen-Kornelimünster, the collection of acquisition purchases and the state’s art history are on display, as well as exhibitions by young artists from NRW and beyond.

The LaB K program (State Office for Fine Arts/Kunsthaus NRW) is a platform for mediation, communication, and consultation for visual artists. In a small team at the branch office in Düsseldorf, the program components MobiLaB – Mobile Academy, Qualification Program, and Art Mentorship NRW are developed and organized in terms of content.

Your tasks:

Project management of the funding program Art Mentorship NRW (e.g., communication with mentors and mentees, organization of an excursion and event program)
Editorial work (including publications, website, social media) and research
Telephone and written information and consultation regarding the Art Mentorship NRW
Administrative tasks (e.g., administration of the mentorship program, obtaining quotes for publications)
Event management
Assistance and deputizing for the head of the LaB K program

Your profile:

Completed university degree (Master’s/Magister) in the humanities (e.g., art studies, cultural studies) or fine arts
Professional experience in administrative activities in the fields of fine arts, art studies, cultural journalism, or cultural management
Sound knowledge of the North Rhine-Westphalia art scene and current art discourse
Excellent writing skills and textual proficiency
Fluency in English, both spoken and written
Strong organizational skills, strategic thinking, ability to work independently
Confident demeanor, strong communication skills
Reliability and loyalty to the institution
Willingness to travel independently and flexibly within NRW for events

Desirable qualifications:

Experience in editing publications
IT skills, proficiency in MS Office products, affinity for digital communication and social media
Presence in the NRW art scene

We offer:

A workplace in central Düsseldorf
Remuneration based on the collective agreement for the public sector of the federal states (TV-L)
Training and professional development opportunities
A diverse range of tasks within a dedicated, small team
A working environment characterized by a cooperative work style
Option for mobile working in consultation with management
Connection to a significant institution for artist funding in NRW

Note: This call has been translated from German and edited for formatting purposes. German proficiency is likely required for this position, please contact the employer if unsure. To read the full listing, please visit the link below.

Image credits: Via Lab K website