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Curatorial Assistant at Burg Galerie, Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle

Organisation: Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle
Location: Halle (Saale), DE
Salary: €17.40/hour gross for academic assistants with a BA (€17.50 from April 2027); €20/hour with an MA/Diploma
Contract: Part-time, student or academic assistant (60 hours/month)
Start date: 15 January 2027
Application deadline: 23 November 2026

This listing has been translated from German. Very good communication and language skills are required; applicants should expect German proficiency to be necessary.

About the Role

Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle is seeking a Curatorial Assistant to support exhibition and educational activities at Burg Galerie im Volkspark, starting in January 2027.

Burg Galerie is a central platform of the University for teaching and experimenting with exhibition-making as a practice and exploring different forms of art mediation. It is also a space for discourse, reflecting on current developments in art, design and society through thematic exhibitions, including projects involving external artistic positions.

The position is explicitly aimed at individuals who have limited practical experience in the curatorial field and are interested in developing their skills through hands-on involvement in gallery activities.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Curator in organising and delivering exhibitions and accompanying events.
Maintain and develop the gallery’s social media channels, including editorial content.
Update and maintain information on the gallery’s website.
Supervise, organise and monitor the work of student assistants responsible for exhibition invigilation.
Manage and maintain the gallery’s inventory.

Requirements and Qualifications

Interest in curatorial practice and discursive questions.
Practical experience in exhibition installation and event organisation.
Very good language and communication skills.
Experience with image-editing and video-editing software, as well as social media platforms such as Instagram, is desirable.
Initiative, commitment, accuracy, reliability and the ability to work collaboratively.

Additional Information

The position comprises 60 hours per month. Remuneration depends on the applicant’s academic qualifications, and the responsibilities will be adjusted accordingly.

Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and anti-discrimination. Applicants from underrepresented groups are explicitly encouraged to apply.

Image: Courtesy of Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle.