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 (W/M/X) marginal employment
(Marginal employment)
(Office)
to be filled from August 1, 2025 for a limited period until December 31, 2026.
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 monthly gross salary is a maximum of € 551,10 according to the collective agreement of the OeAW
Please apply online including the following documents in English or German no later than June 15, 2025:
- Letter of motivation(max. 1 page)
- Curriculum vitaein tabular form
- Certificates for full academic record(BA)
- Writing sampleto the extent of a seminar paper or Bachelor’s thesis
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.
