Scientific Assistant

The Cultural Office of the Canton of Thurgau is responsible for cantonal cultural promotion and cultural preservation (museums) and plays a central role in the canton in promoting and further developing cultural and museum offerings as well as in conveying cultural creation and cultural heritage. It is a contact point for cultural creators and cultural event organizers and manages the lottery fund.

As of January 5, 2026, or by agreement, we are looking for a

• Processing applications to the lottery fund according to the cultural concept
• Writing proposals and statements for the department management and the government council
• Evaluation and controlling of applications and service agreements
• Collaboration in the implementation of the cultural concept and in projects of the Cultural Office
• Organization of cultural events of the Cultural Office or the canton
• Secretariat with minute-taking for commissions
• Willingness and availability for appointments in the evening and on weekends for event visits

• University or university of applied sciences degree or equivalent education and professional experience (humanities or social sciences)
• Experience in the cultural sector, preferably in cultural promotion
• Experience in project coordination
• Interest in the cultural life of the Canton of Thurgau
• Understanding of cultural policy issues and contexts
• Understanding of administrative processes
• Good written and oral expression skills in German
• Structured and proactive working style
• Team-oriented and enthusiastic personality

• Exciting and diverse work environment
• Committed and collegial team
• Workplace near Frauenfeld train station
• Attractive employment conditions with modern social benefits

Philipp Kuhn, Head of the Cultural Office Thurgau, T 058 345 73 70, philipp.kuhn@tg.ch or
Martina Keller, Scientific Assistant, T 058 345 73 72, martina.keller@tg.ch

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application by October 26, 2025.