Institution: Staatliche Museen zu Berlin – Alte Nationalgalerie
Location: Berlin, Germany
Deadline: 15 July 2026
Start: 1 November 2026
Contract: Permanent
Working hours: 39 hours per week (part-time possible)
Salary: EG 13 TVöD Bund
This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.
The position is part of the curatorial team of the Alte Nationalgalerie, focusing on the research, development, and presentation of the museum’s 19th-century painting and sculpture collection. The role supports the institution’s ongoing transformation towards a more open, accessible, and publicly engaged museum practice, connecting historical art with contemporary social and cultural questions.
Main responsibilities
- Scholarly research and development of the 19th-century collection, with focus on the late 19th century
- Conceptualisation and delivery of temporary exhibitions and public programmes
- Contribution to long-term research projects and institutional collaborations
- Close collaboration within the curatorial team and with education departments
- Support in positioning the museum as an open and accessible cultural space
Candidate Profile
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Art History or related field
- Specialisation in 19th-century art history
- Several years of curatorial experience, especially in exhibitions and public programming
- Experience in strategic support, research, and institutional collaboration
- Experience with funding processes and budget management desirable
- Strong communication and interdisciplinary working skills
- German and English required; additional languages an asset
