Scientific Associate Provenance Research

Berne, Suisse (and home office) | 80-80% What you can contribute <br /> • develop technical and methodological standards for provenance research in the museums and collections of the Office fédéral de la culture and advance their institutional implementation • perform specialized monitoring of provenance research results provided by museums and validate them • coordinate collaboration with museums, specialized services and external experts • participate in the grant awarding process (standards, calls for applications and controlling) • develop decision-making bases and technical reports for the section management and the office management <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • degree from a higher education institution in art history, history, ethnology, museology or a related discipline • several years of experience in provenance research, particularly in the field of art looted during the National Socialist era • solid knowledge of international provenance research principles as well as standards specific to this field • experience in developing and applying specialized standards and quality assurance processes • excellent analytical skills, ability to develop responses to complex and sensitive issues • active knowledge of two official languages and passive knowledge of the third <br /> In a few words You actively contribute to shaping the Confederation's policy on provenance research and to developing common standards as well as consistent practice in federal museums and collections. You play an important role in the responsible management of cultural heritage with a problematic past, acting at the crossroads of research, cultural policy and administration. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. • Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. • Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Experience culture! L'Office fédéral de la culture (OFC) is the specialized authority responsible for cultural policy issues, the promotion of culture and the safeguarding and transmission of cultural values. The Patrimoine culturel et culture du bâti management area is responsible for museums and collections as well as built culture. The Musées et collections section of the Office fédéral de la culture has the task of ensuring the strategic steering and specialized support of the Confederation's museums and collections. By developing working bases and standards for their operational, documentation and enhancement work, it contributes to ensuring that the conservation and accessibility of federal cultural heritage is based on technical and ethical standards. Particular emphasis is placed on provenance research and the systematic recording of the origin of cultural goods in the Confederation's collections. The offices of the Département fédéral de l'intérieur (DFI) are committed to guaranteeing good working conditions and are invested in the health of their employees. They have received the Friendly Work Space label. Additional information Questions about the position Benno Widmer Chef de la section Musées et collections +41 58 46 57021 Questions about the application HR BAK_NB