For the Nazi Forced Labor Documentation Center in Berlin-Schöneweide, the Topography of Terror Foundation is looking, subject to available funds, for an open-minded and committed person to work on a scientific project with a focus on Nazi camp research (m/f/d), probably by February 1, 2025.
The project in cooperation with the Berlin State Monuments Office aims to record and research the Nazi-era forced labor camps in Berlin. The position is limited to two years and currently has weekly working hours. 39.4 hours are paid according to the collective agreement of the states (TV-L, pay group 13). With a 5-day week you get 30 days of vacation. We also make an additional payment for the Deutschlandticket job.
We offer you an open, low-hierarchy and appreciative working atmosphere in a collegial team with flexitime, the possibility of mobile working, a special annual payment and additional collective pension provision via the VBL.
The area of work includes in particular the following tasks:
Content research, analysis and evaluation of scientific document materials, photo collections and interviews on the subject of Nazi forced labor camps in Berlin
Researching and evaluating written sources/archives as well as war and post-war aerial photographs, city maps and camp plans in the relevant archives, in particular in the Berlin State Archives and the Berlin Federal Archives, as well as researching in other archives that contain material on forced labor camps. Researching literature on Nazi forced labor Berlin and individual warehouse locations
Completing the documentation center’s camp database and creating a “profile” for each camp (historical and structural information, sources, photographs)
Required Qualifications:
Completed university studies (Magister/Master/Diploma) in the field of history with a focus on modern/modern history or comparable courses
Relevant experience in analyzing historical documents and plans/aerial photographs on the subject of forced labor camps.
Verifiable publications and/or reports on forced labor camp locations
A strong ability to work interdisciplinarily is desirable
We actively promote equality for all employees. Applications are welcome from people of color, people of all religions and beliefs, sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as people affected by ableism and people of all ages. We aim to increase the proportion of employees with a migration background in line with their share of the population. People with a family history of migration and flight are particularly encouraged to apply. Applications from people who are recognized as severely disabled or who have an equal status with this group of people will be given priority if they have the same qualifications (suitability, ability and professional performance).
To apply for the position, please use the following link.
Please address the cover letter to Dr. Roland Borchers. You can send inquiries about the application process to the foundation’s human resources department using our human resources software Kenjo.
The interviews are expected to take place in December 2024.
The protection of your data is important to us. In connection with the implementation of the selection process and, if necessary, the recruitment, the applicants’ data is stored and processed electronically (Section 6 Para. 1 EU-GDPR). It will not be passed on to third parties. It is expressly pointed out that any expenses incurred in connection with an application, such as travel costs, food or accommodation costs, unfortunately cannot be reimbursed by us.
If we have aroused your interest, we look forward to receiving your application by November 28, 2024.
