Die Hochschule für bildende
Künste Hamburg (HFBK Hamburg)

is an artistic-scientific university that offers a comprehensive study of the fine arts and their theories in a critical, dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. The focus of the course is on self-determined artistic-academic debate and project-based, experimental working methods. As an active part of a cultural public, the university influences current artistic developments with a variety of event formats, initiates debate and participates in relevant discussions.

The HFBK Hamburg is looking for an*n as of March 1, 2025

Artistic-scientific assistant (m/f/d) as part of the graduate school “ARTILACS - Artistic Intelligence in Latent Creative Spaces”

in salary group 13 TV-L according to § 28 para. 1 HmbHG. The position is to be filled part-time (19.5 hours/week) for a limited period until 31.12.2027. It is a qualification position with the aim of an artistic-scientific doctorate project or the implementation of a comparable research project.

 The Graduate School ARTILACS - Artistic Intelligence in Latent Creative Spaces focuses on the concept of “Artistic Intelligence”. This addresses a critical-affirmative examination of developments in artificial intelligence (AI) in the context of artistic practice. ARTILACS aims to investigate the extent to which a hybrid combination of AI-supported, latent spaces and traditional knowledge spaces opens up opportunities for new forms of creativity and knowledge in artistic practice, which can be methodologically captured in the concept of 'Artistic Intelligence'. Four Hamburg universities (HafenCity University, University of Applied Sciences, University of Fine Arts and University of Music and Theater) as well as the University and University of Music Lübeck are cooperating to shed light on the topic in the context of different artistic practices.

Aufgabengebiet:

  • Conducting an artistic-scientific research project with a critical and experimental approach to artificial intelligence and future artistic publishing practices
  • Clarifying questions of authenticity, factuality and authorship of digital publications as well as formal aspects, design and aesthetic quality of these publications
  • Supporting student development projects in the form of courses
  • Networking and collaboration with other members of the Graduate School
  • Supporting the professorship for digital graphics in the focus area Artificial Agony

Unser Angebot:

  • one position, limited to 34 months, to be filled part-time as of 01.03.2025
  • Payment according to pay group 13 TV-L (salary scale)
  • varied tasks in an artistic, vivid working environment
  • family-friendly working conditions and flexible working hours in consultation with the professorship, which you will support
  • Company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits, special annual payment (Christmas bonus) and many other benefits (including leasing a bicycle of your choice via JobRad, opportunity to purchase the EGYM Wellpass)

Voraussetzungen:

Required:

  • completed scientific university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the field of art, design, computer science, art history or similar.
  • Experience with various AI-based technologies (e.g. deep learning, transfer learning, LLMs, agents)
  • Knowledge of current discourses in graphic design

Advantageous:

  • Experience in a university context
  • Very good English language skills

Kontakt:

Have we caught your interest? Then get in touch with us!

Contact for project related questions:

Hamburg University of Fine Arts (HFBK)
Prof. Konrad Renner via konrad.renner@hfbk-hamburg.de or
Prof. Dr. Elisa Linseisen via elisa.linseisen@hfbk-hamburg.de

Contact for questions about the application process:

Hamburg University of Fine Arts (HFBK)
staff
Stefanie Kacprzyk-Lange
Phone 040/428 989-379

Please send the following documents by 02.02.2025 exclusively via our online application portal, preferably in one document:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae in tabular form
  • Proof of the required qualifications
  • Current appraisal or current reference (not older than 3 years)
  • Proof that a severe disability or equal status has been taken into account in the selection process
  • Declaration of consent to inspect your personnel file, stating the office responsible for the personnel file (only for employees of the FHH public service)

We value diversity and therefore welcome applications from all people, regardless of gender and gender identity, ethnic origin and nationality, age, religion and ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background. We also welcome applications from suitable severely disabled persons and persons with equivalent status within the meaning of the Ninth Social Code (SGB IX).
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