Job SummaryOrganisationHKB Bern University of the ArtsLocationBernContract TypePart-timeTemporarySalary14360 CHF - 77140 CHFClosing dateSun, 31/08/2025 - 23:59Job DetailsWe're Hiring! Join the Critical Conservation Research Team at HKB Are you passionate about conservation, heritage, and critical research? The Bern University of Applied Sciences - Academy of the Arts (HKB) is recruiting for four roles in the SNSF-funded project Critical Conservation-a bold, interdisciplinary initiative rethinking conservation as a pluricultural, political, and epistemic practice.Open Positions (Starting February 1, 2026):🔹 Project Assistant, 15% (ca CHF 14,360*) - Diploma/BA, motivated supporter with an eye for detail and communication🔹 Research Associate, 40-50% (ca CHF 61,471 at 50%*) - MA or equivalent, early-career researcher, experience in the practice of conservation and great collaboration skills🔹 Senior Research Associate, 50-60% (ca CHF 76,560 at 60%*) - Experienced researcher (PhD preferred), strong academic record, leadership potential🔹 Postdoctoral Fellow, 60-70% (ca CHF 61,471 at 70%*) - Recent PhD, strong publications, interdisciplinary interest*Note: Listed gross annual salaries are approximate and provided for orientation only. Final compensation will be determined according to the salary regulations of the Canton of Bern, based on the candidate's age and relevant professional experience.Based at: Institute Materiality in Art and Culture, HKB, Bern Interviews: September 23 & 29, 2025 (in person, Bern) Apply by: August 31, 2025 via HKB Jobs: Languages: Excellent English; German is a plus Contact: Prof. Dr. Hanna Hölling -For more information about the project: .
