08 Jan 2014

The Lehmbruck Museum - Center of International Sculpture in Duisburg - seeks two scientific volunteers

The Lehmbruck Museum - Center of International Sculpture in Duisburg - seeks from February 2014 for two scientific volunteers:

Scientific volunteer in field press and public relations
Job Description:
Besides the sound training in all relevant fields of press and public relations in an international operating Museum we offer a varied and exiting field of activity in a creative team and the opportunity to gain in-depth experience in complex areas (e.g.: the writing of press releases, liaise with media representatives, homepage maintenance, responsibility for social media representation).
Requirements for application:
University degree in History of Arts (Master of Arts or/and PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant scientific discipline) with focus on modern sculpture and particular knowledge in contemporary art; excellent written communications skills; ability to research quickly and precise; strong ability to think and to act conceptually, high level of team working skills, ability to work under pressure, ability to communicate, flexibility; computer skills, competent handling of MS-Office applications and social media (Facebook, Twitter); fluency in spoken and written German language, good knowledge of English, French is an advantage; work experience in journalism and creative writing.

Scientific volunteer in field curatorial practice
Job Description:
Besides the sound training in all relevant fields of curatorship in an international operating Museum we offer a varied and exiting field of activity in a creative team and the opportunity to gain in-depth experience in complex areas (e.g.: curating of Museum’s art collection, curating of exhibitions, handling of loan processes and liaise with the artists).
Requirements for application:
University degree in History of Arts (Master of Arts or/and PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant scientific discipline) with focus on modern sculpture and particular knowledge in contemporary art; excellent written communications skills; ability to research quickly and precise; strong ability to think and to act conceptually, high level of team working skills, ability to work under pressure, ability to communicate, flexibility; computer skills, competent handling of MS-Office applications; fluency in spoken and written German language; good knowledge of English, French is an advantage; curatorial work experience.

Application Instructions:
Closing date for applications is 20. January 2014
The positions are for a fixed term of two years.

For further information please contact:
Ms Dr. Bornscheuer (curator) / Mr Andreas Benedict (public relations)

Düsseldorfer Straße 51
47049
Duisburg
, Germany
Telephone: 0049 (0)203 / 283-2630

Fax: 0049 (0)203 / 283-3892

info@lehmbruckmuseum.de

www.lehmbruckmuseum.de