Wales Bonner welcomes applications from exceptional individuals from both within and outside of the fashion industry. We are seeking those eager to further our mission: To elevate the location of blackness within culture, infusing European luxury with an Afro-Atlantic spirit. You would join our small, diverse and dynamic team, working in an environment that fosters ambition and innovation with a progressive, start-up feel.

We are most interested in hearing from those who harmonise with and embody our brand values: who approach everything they do with a dedication to careful research, curiosity and a passion for knowledge; who have a profound appreciation for timeless elegance and beauty; who are guided by integrity; and who are committed to personal and professional development in all of its forms.

• Research assistant

  The University of Applied Arts Vienna is looking for a Full-Time Research Assistant (40 hours per week, limited for 3 years), to support the Head of Fashion (Professor Grace Wales Bonner) at the Institute of Design.

  www.dieangewandte.at

  Details

  The Fashion Department of the Angewandte is one of the world’s most renowned higher education institutions in the field of fashion design.
  Angewandte appoints internationally renowned designers to lead the department to give students a world class education.
  The current Head of Fashion is looking for a person who, through their knowledge, experience and commitment, will be able to contribute to the ongoing development and expertise of the Fashion Design Department.
  Employment Requirements:
  - Completed University or college degree in Fashion Design
  Applicants should have:
  Several years of relevant work experience in an international context and an international professional network
  Excellent understanding of contemporary fashion discourse
  Teaching experience is beneficial
  Excellent organizational and communication skills
  Excellent team working skills
  Gender competence and intercultural/transcultural competence
  Excellent spoken and written English

  Areas of responsibility:
  - Support and guidance of students in the planning and development of design projects (module and project based work related to the development of a collection and portfolio advancement, among others)
  - Teaching work
  - Concept and project development
  - Managing an array of different projects for the Fashion Department in cooperation with other members of the team

  The monthly minimum wage for the position is currently €2,929 gross (14 times a year). Qualified applicants should send their written application in English with a cover letter and CV to the Fashion Design Department by emailing mode@uni-ak.ac.at

  Angewandte is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief or any other equality characteristic.

  Applicants are not entitled to compensation for travel and accommodation
  costs.