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Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen

Student helper at the Centre for Textile Research

Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen, Institute, North Carolina, United States

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Student helper at the Centre for Textile Research The Saxo Institute, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen (UCPH) invites applicants for a student helper position at the Centre for Textile Research, to be filled by 01 February 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful applicant must be enrolled as a student at a Danish University.

Position Description We are looking for a motivated student to help us in the daily running of the Centre for Textile Research, covering administrative support and research tasks, as well as support for event organisation. Students with particular interests in archaeology, history, art history, and/or ancient crafts, regardless of time period and geographical areas, will be considered, as well as students interested in textiles in general. Students with practical experience in textile technical analysis are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Academic assistance: supporting in planning and executing research seminars, workshops, outreach.

Daily support: meeting facilitation, digital meeting support, booking of rooms, onboarding of visiting scholars, interns.

Research activities: editing, digital image work, bibliographical research, data management.

Web and social media: maintaining the Centre’s webpage and keeping an active profile on various social media platforms.

Qualification Requirements

Strong organisational skills.

Interest in textile research.

Ability to work in a collaborative and international work environment.

Proficiency in English and Danish.

Experience with social media communication is an advantage.

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Position Details Approximately 8 hours a week, flexible working hours with some weeks busier than others. Possibility of renewal.

Application Requirements Application must be written in English and include the following:

Application letter/cover letter (1 page).

Curriculum vitae (with the applicant’s email address and telephone number).

Documentation of qualifications (examination certificates, transcript of grades, etc.).

Important Dates Closing date for applications: 20 January 2026 at 23:59 CEST.

Employment start: 01 February 2026.

Contact Please contact elsa.yvanez@hum.ku.dk for further information about the position.

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