University Assistant (Postdoc) at the University of Arts Linz

The Institute of Fine Arts and Cultural Studies, Department of Art History and Art Theory, at the University of Arts Linz invites applications for the position of a university assistant (75%) starting October 1, 2026 as replacement for a maternity leave. The monthly salary is 3.564,22 Euros per month (before tax and deductions), 14 times a year, in accordance with Section 49 (1) of the collective bargaining agreement. The duration of the position is 6 months, presumably October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 (extension to 12 months possible, if necessary).

Research and teaching in the Department are based on an open, interdisciplinary understanding of art history. Applicants should be able to demonstrate an interest in artistic practice, and a strong awareness of gender theory, postcolonial discourse, diversity, and the critical reflection of art historical methods. A research interest in the field of moving image arts would be desirable.

Requirements
– A PhD degree in art history
– A research focus in modern and contemporary art history
– Teaching experience at university level
– Openness for interdisciplinary research
– An interest in artistic and creative working methods
– Preferably several years of teaching experience in higher education
– Organizational and administrative skills
– Social skills, reliability and teamwork skills, and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary context
– Gender and diversity competence
– Very good knowledge of German and English

Fields of activity
– Teaching in the field of modern and contemporary art history, art theory, and gender studies
– Conducting own research projects
– Participation in the university’s self-administration
– Collaboration in the planning and implementation of conferences, workshops, and lecture series
– Collaboration on academic publications
– Collaboration in the preparation of third-party funded projects/grant applications

The University of the Arts offers
– Flat hierarchies and a collegial working atmosphere
– A dynamic teaching and research environment with a variety of artistic and academic events
– Diverse and varied range of tasks
– Advanced training programs and subsidies for external advanced training
– In-house childcare (by the hour) for children aged 15 months to 3 years
– Central location and very good public accessibility

The University of Art and Design Linz pursues an anti-discriminatory recruitment policy and is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. The University strives to increase the proportion of women among the academic, artistic, and general university staff, especially in leadership positions, and therefore explicitly invites qualified women to apply. In the case of equal qualifications, women shall be given priority. Applicants with migration experience and/or a migration background and applicants with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply.

Please send written applications by August 15th, 2026 in digital form with the relevant documents (cover letter, CV, copies of certificates, a writing sample from the dissertation) to ufg.bewerbung813@kunstuni-linz.at. For further information please contact Henning Engelke (henning.engelke@kunstuni-linz.at)

By submitting your application, you agree that the data you provide us with will be processed and used as part of the university’s internal application process. Applicants are not entitled to compensation for travel and accommodation expenses incurred in connection with the admission procedure.

Mag.a Brigitte Hütter, MSc
Rector