University of the Arts Poznan
Assistant / Assistant Professor at the Department of Experimental Film Faculty o
University of the Arts Poznan, Poland, New York, United States
Organisation/Company University of the Arts Poznan Department experimental film Research Field Arts Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Country Poland Application Deadline 28 Nov 2025 - 13:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 1/WAiFE/2025/2026 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description The Dean of the Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film at the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan announces an open competition for the position of
Assistant
at the Department of Experimental Film, Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film.
Candidates eligible to apply are those who meet the requirements specified in
Article 119 of the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science
(Journal of Laws of 2018, item 1668) as well as in
§83 and §§103–108 of the Statute of the University of the Arts Poznan .
Where to apply E-mail ewa.portna@uap.edu.pl
Requirements Research Field Arts » Visual arts Education Level Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The person employed as an
Assistant
will support the teaching and research processes in the field of
experimental film
and the broadly understood
moving image , participating in the implementation of artistic projects, workshops, and student consultations.
An additional responsibility of the Assistant will be to
coordinate the presence of the Department of Experimental Film of the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan in social media , as well as to
co-create strategies for communication and archiving of artistic activities .
The Assistant is expected to be
actively engaged in the life of the Department , to
co-develop projects , and to
support students . Openness to experimentation, empathy, ethical awareness, and the ability to engage in dialogue are highly valued qualities.
Specific Requirements
Master’s degree
in Visual Arts or Film.
Documented artistic activity
in the field of experimental film, video art, film installations, or other forms of moving image.
Knowledge of art history and theory , contemporary visual practices, and basic concepts in aesthetics, image theory, and cultural studies.
Ability to develop conceptual work
in film – from idea and research to production and presentation.
Proficiency in production and post-production tools.
Ability to analyze and interpret
within an interdisciplinary context.
Familiarity with Art-Based Research methods
– understanding art as a form of cognitive and social inquiry and reflection.
Ability to work with students
in a spirit of partnership, critical thinking, and creative experimentation.
Openness to interdisciplinary collaboration , e.g., in the field of new technologies.
Participation in exhibitions, reviews, or art-oriented film festivals , in Poland or abroad.
Excellent command of Polish and English , both spoken and written; knowledge of other foreign languages will be an asset.
Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent
Additional Information Eligibility criteria
Required documents:
Application for employment
Professional CV , including and signed with the following clause: Pursuant to Article 6(1)(a) of the General Data Protection Regulation of 27 April 2016 (OJ EU L 119/1 of 4 May 2016), I consent to the processing of personal data other than: first name(s) and surname; parents’ names; date of birth; place of residence (correspondence address); education; and employment history, contained in my job application for the purpose of the current recruitment process.
Copy of the master’s degree diploma
Portfolio
documenting professional achievements and artistic/educational/curatorial practice
List of pedagogical or teaching achievements , including programmes, workshops, classes, study visits, working or project groups
Description of other significant artistic or organizational achievements
Declaration
stating that the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan will be the candidate’s
primary place of employment
Declaration
confirming that, if selected, the candidate will sign a statement of affiliation with the
artistic discipline: Fine Arts and Art Conservation
Statement regarding the requirements related to conducting scientific/artistic activity (inclusion in the “N” number),
Information clause for job applicants,
Declaration of no criminal record.
The above-mentioned documents should be submitted (or sent by post) to the
Dean’s Office of the Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film , Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznań,
Room 401, Building C, Plac Wielkopolski 9, 61-746 Poznań ,
by 28 November 2025 (Friday) , or delivered electronically to
ewa.portna@uap.edu.pl
.
The
date of receipt
of the documents will determine eligibility.
Selection process
The recruitment process includes:
Evaluation by the competition committee
of the documents submitted by the candidate.
Interview with the candidate , which includes:
Presentation of individual or collaborative works
(or their documentation) in which the candidate played a significant role, particularly in the discipline for which they are applying,
Presentation of teaching and organizational experience.
Assessment by the committee
of the candidate’s compliance with the competition requirements.
The competition committee will evaluate the candidates’
knowledge in the field of art ,
artistic achievements , and
aptitude for teaching , and will then select the candidate to be appointed to the position of
Assistant
at the
Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film .
The committee reserves the right to
declare the competition inconclusive .
Competition Resolution: The
interview
will take place on
2 December 2025 (Wednesday) at 2:00 PM , in
Room 203, Building C, Plac Wielkopolski 9, Poznań .
Competition Results: Each candidate will be
notified of the results
on
3 December 2025 after 10:00 AM , in
Room 401, Building C, Plac Wielkopolski 9, Poznań , and also via
email .
Additional comments
The
Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan
reserves the right to invite only
selected candidates
for an interview, without informing the others, and to notify
only the selected candidate
of the final outcome of the recruitment process.
The decision regarding the employment of a candidate is the
exclusive and sovereign right of the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan
and does not require justification.
The candidate selected through the competition will be required to
obtain an appropriate certificate confirming their ability to perform the duties of the position .
If such a certificate is not obtained, the University reserves the right to
appoint the next-ranked candidate
from the competition.
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Offer Description The Dean of the Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film at the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan announces an open competition for the position of
Assistant
at the Department of Experimental Film, Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film.
Candidates eligible to apply are those who meet the requirements specified in
Article 119 of the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science
(Journal of Laws of 2018, item 1668) as well as in
§83 and §§103–108 of the Statute of the University of the Arts Poznan .
Where to apply E-mail ewa.portna@uap.edu.pl
Requirements Research Field Arts » Visual arts Education Level Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The person employed as an
Assistant
will support the teaching and research processes in the field of
experimental film
and the broadly understood
moving image , participating in the implementation of artistic projects, workshops, and student consultations.
An additional responsibility of the Assistant will be to
coordinate the presence of the Department of Experimental Film of the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan in social media , as well as to
co-create strategies for communication and archiving of artistic activities .
The Assistant is expected to be
actively engaged in the life of the Department , to
co-develop projects , and to
support students . Openness to experimentation, empathy, ethical awareness, and the ability to engage in dialogue are highly valued qualities.
Specific Requirements
Master’s degree
in Visual Arts or Film.
Documented artistic activity
in the field of experimental film, video art, film installations, or other forms of moving image.
Knowledge of art history and theory , contemporary visual practices, and basic concepts in aesthetics, image theory, and cultural studies.
Ability to develop conceptual work
in film – from idea and research to production and presentation.
Proficiency in production and post-production tools.
Ability to analyze and interpret
within an interdisciplinary context.
Familiarity with Art-Based Research methods
– understanding art as a form of cognitive and social inquiry and reflection.
Ability to work with students
in a spirit of partnership, critical thinking, and creative experimentation.
Openness to interdisciplinary collaboration , e.g., in the field of new technologies.
Participation in exhibitions, reviews, or art-oriented film festivals , in Poland or abroad.
Excellent command of Polish and English , both spoken and written; knowledge of other foreign languages will be an asset.
Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent
Additional Information Eligibility criteria
Required documents:
Application for employment
Professional CV , including and signed with the following clause: Pursuant to Article 6(1)(a) of the General Data Protection Regulation of 27 April 2016 (OJ EU L 119/1 of 4 May 2016), I consent to the processing of personal data other than: first name(s) and surname; parents’ names; date of birth; place of residence (correspondence address); education; and employment history, contained in my job application for the purpose of the current recruitment process.
Copy of the master’s degree diploma
Portfolio
documenting professional achievements and artistic/educational/curatorial practice
List of pedagogical or teaching achievements , including programmes, workshops, classes, study visits, working or project groups
Description of other significant artistic or organizational achievements
Declaration
stating that the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan will be the candidate’s
primary place of employment
Declaration
confirming that, if selected, the candidate will sign a statement of affiliation with the
artistic discipline: Fine Arts and Art Conservation
Statement regarding the requirements related to conducting scientific/artistic activity (inclusion in the “N” number),
Information clause for job applicants,
Declaration of no criminal record.
The above-mentioned documents should be submitted (or sent by post) to the
Dean’s Office of the Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film , Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznań,
Room 401, Building C, Plac Wielkopolski 9, 61-746 Poznań ,
by 28 November 2025 (Friday) , or delivered electronically to
ewa.portna@uap.edu.pl
.
The
date of receipt
of the documents will determine eligibility.
Selection process
The recruitment process includes:
Evaluation by the competition committee
of the documents submitted by the candidate.
Interview with the candidate , which includes:
Presentation of individual or collaborative works
(or their documentation) in which the candidate played a significant role, particularly in the discipline for which they are applying,
Presentation of teaching and organizational experience.
Assessment by the committee
of the candidate’s compliance with the competition requirements.
The competition committee will evaluate the candidates’
knowledge in the field of art ,
artistic achievements , and
aptitude for teaching , and will then select the candidate to be appointed to the position of
Assistant
at the
Faculty of Animation and Experimental Film .
The committee reserves the right to
declare the competition inconclusive .
Competition Resolution: The
interview
will take place on
2 December 2025 (Wednesday) at 2:00 PM , in
Room 203, Building C, Plac Wielkopolski 9, Poznań .
Competition Results: Each candidate will be
notified of the results
on
3 December 2025 after 10:00 AM , in
Room 401, Building C, Plac Wielkopolski 9, Poznań , and also via
email .
Additional comments
The
Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan
reserves the right to invite only
selected candidates
for an interview, without informing the others, and to notify
only the selected candidate
of the final outcome of the recruitment process.
The decision regarding the employment of a candidate is the
exclusive and sovereign right of the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznan
and does not require justification.
The candidate selected through the competition will be required to
obtain an appropriate certificate confirming their ability to perform the duties of the position .
If such a certificate is not obtained, the University reserves the right to
appoint the next-ranked candidate
from the competition.
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