Jacobs University, Bremen, February 1, 2014 – January 31, 2016

Application deadline: Jan 31, 2014

1 Position for a Research MA in Art History:

“Collaborative Artist Networks: Germany – Croatia”

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Jacobs University Bremen invites applications for

A Research MA in Art History (f/m)

The successful candidate will conduct her/his own MA research project under supervision and as part of the team of the DAAD-funded research project “Collaborative Artist Networks: Germany – Croatia”. This is a non-stipendiary position which comes with research funding for original research to be conducted in Croatia.

The successful applicant will hold a Bachelor’s degree in art history with a focus on 20th-century European art. S/he will have an interest in artist networks and be responsible, self-motivated, and enjoy working in an international academic team. In addition to excellent writing and presentation skills, organization and management skills and experience in project management are essential. Understanding of information and communication technologies will be an additional plus.

Fluency in English and German and good working knowledge of a third language is expected. Knowledge of the Croatian language would be an additional advantage.

The research project runs for 24 months and the successful candidate is expected to complete her/his MA degree within this period. The anticipated starting date at Jacobs University is February 1 or March 1, 2014.

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, copies of certificates and diplomas, writing sample, and two references. Please send your application documents (copies only) by January 31, 2014 to

Prof. Dr. Isabel Wünsche

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Jacobs University

Campus Ring 1, Research IV

28759 Bremen

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