Studentische:r Mitarbeiter:in Kunstgeschichte (w/m/x)

The Institute for Habsburg and Balkan Studies (IHB), a research institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW), Austria’s leading non-university research and science institution, is offering a Position as

Student Assistant Art History (w/m/x)

marginal employment, to be filled from January 4, 2027 for a limited period until December 31, 2028. 

Your Tasks

• Editorial support of publication projects of the research unit
• Supervised academic activities in the field of modern art history and in particular Austrian Baroque
• Entering and editing information in databases
• Annotations of image and text data
• Engaged participation in the activities of the institute and the research unit

Your Profile

• University degree (BA) in the fields of art history or digital humanities, specialization in modern art history is an advantage
• Excellent knowledge of German (C1) and English (B2) is required, other language skills are an advantage
• Curiosity, the ability to work autonomously and precision especially in written expression and when entering data are required
• Experience in the application of digital and computational methods and programs – especially in database management and with regard to Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT – are an advantage
• Relevant professional experience is an advantage

Our Offer

• Exciting tasks in a dynamic environment
• Flexible working hours, up to 40% remote work possible in accordance with the working agreements of the OeAW
• Attractive social benefits for employees
• Opportunity to strengthen your own research profile

 

The maximum monthly gross salary for this position is EUR 551,10 (marginal employement), in accordance with the collective agreement of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW). 

 

Please apply online including the following documents in English or German no later than November 15, 2026:

(1)     Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)

(2)     Curriculum vitae in tabular form

(3)     Certificates for full academic record (BA)

(4)     Writing sample to the extent of a seminar paper or Bachelor’s thesis

 

For inquiries regarding the position please contact Dr. Doris Gruber (doris.gruber@oeaw.ac.at).

The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.