Note: This call has been translated from German
Scientific Trainee (w/m/d) – Catalogue & Publications, Skulptur Projekte 2027
Start date: 1 January 2026
Application deadline: 1 September 2025
Contract: Full-time (39 hrs/week), 2 years, fixed-term
Pay: Monthly allowance = 50% of TVöD E13 (Year 1, Step 1; Year 2, Step 2)
The LWL Museum of Art and Culture in Münster seeks a scientific trainee to work on the catalogue and other publications for the internationally renowned Skulptur Projekte 2027, curated by What, How & for Whom / WHW. The role offers experience at the intersection of contemporary art, public space, and publishing, within a major international art exhibition held every 10 years.
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist in developing the exhibition catalogue (concept, research, writing, editing, production, distribution).
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Support accompanying digital and print publications.
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Collaborate with artists, curators, researchers, designers, translators, and editors.
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Contribute to the public program (talks, panels, symposia, artist discussions).
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Conduct research and write texts (object descriptions, blog entries, exhibition copy).
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Support grant applications and partnerships.
Requirements:
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Master’s or equivalent in art, art history, cultural studies, political science, curatorial studies, anthropology, visual culture, literature, theatre, media, or communications – or another relevant field.
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Initial professional experience in art/culture and in producing publications (print/digital) and art-related writing.
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Strong interest in contemporary art, public art, and publishing as a curatorial approach.
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Excellent German and English (other languages welcome); driving licence (Class B).
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Initiative, flexibility, teamwork skills.
Benefits:
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Structured training in a major cultural institution.
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Transparent public sector pay and benefits (TVöD).
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Flexible working hours, pension plan, and professional development opportunities.
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Inclusive workplace; applications from women, people with disabilities, and candidates of all backgrounds are welcome.
Application: Preferably via the LWL online job portal: www.karriere.lwl.org
Contacts: Lara Steinkamp (HR) +49 251 591-5168; Vincent Schier (Skulptur Projekte 2027) +49 151 40365689
Info: www.lwl-museum-kunst-kultur.de
Image credits: Rüdiger Wölk, Münster, Germany, CC BY-SA 2.5
