Institution: Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Deadline: 1 August 2025
Location: Weimar, Germany
The Faculty of Art and Design at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is seeking a Research Assistant in Art History and Theory to join the Chair of Prof. Dr. Kristin Marek. This part-time (75%) position is aimed at scholars pursuing a PhD and focuses on contemporary and modern art, with a preferred research interest in Textile Studies and/or intersections of art, craft, and handwork.
Employment Details
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Contract: Initially 2 years, extendable up to 6 years under WissZeitVG
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Workload: 30 hours/week (75%)
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Salary: up to TV-L E13 (based on qualifications)
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Start date: As soon as possible
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Language requirements: Excellent German and English
Main Responsibilities
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Teaching (4 teaching hours per week) in BA and MA programmes
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Supervision of student theses
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Participation in research and administrative activities of the Chair
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Development and implementation of a PhD project aligned with the Chair’s focus
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Contribution to curricular development and research profile of the department
Candidate Profile
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Master’s degree in art history or related discipline, completed within the last five years
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Ongoing or planned doctoral project, ideally in Textile Studies or at the intersection of art, craft, and handwork
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Theoretical expertise in contemporary cultural and aesthetic discourses
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Interest in interdisciplinary work within the Bauhaus-Universität context
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Reliable, collaborative, and motivated
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Desired: background in media/cultural theory, gender/postcolonial/queer studies
