n. 4 research project grant under the Tuscany Regional Program European Social Fund plus 2021/2027
The Research project grant under this call are funded from the European Social Fund 2021-2027 (ESF+) and are part of Giovanisì (www.giovanisi.it), the Tuscany Region's project for youth autonomy.
A comparative evaluation procedure by titles and interview is hereby announced for the award of 4 (four) research project grants, each of 24 months duration and total amount of € 48,000.00, respectively from the titles:
1. “Archivi sconosciuti di storia dell’emigrazione. Studio, digitalizzazione, schedatura informatizzata, valorizzazione” (Project ARCHEMIG - P0366, cup: D63C24000590005);
2. “Carriere Femminili tra Arte e Artigianato: Ricostruzione Storica e Mappatura Contemporanea nella Provincia di Lucca”, (Project ARTEMIS - P0368, cup: D63C24000640005);
3. “Catalogazione delle collezioni del Museo della Carta di Pietrabuona (Pescia, Pistoia)” (Project MUDECA - P0369, cup: D63C24000610005);
4. “Catalogazione della Collezione Ansaldi presso il Museo Civico di Pescia (Pistoia)” (Project OPIN - P0367, cup: D63C24000620007).
24 months
€ 48.000,00 (€ 2.000,00 per month)
1. “Archivi sconosciuti di storia dell’emigrazione. Studio, digitalizzazione, schedatura informatizzata, valorizzazione” (Project ARCHEMIG - P0366, cup: D63C24000590005)
2. The digitization of these materials.
3. The research will be conducted within the LYNX Research Unit, which focuses on the interdisciplinary analysis of images, contexts, and cultural heritage.
The research will take place within the LYNX Center for the Interdisciplinary Analysis of Images, Contexts, and Cultural Heritage. In this context, the selected candidate must demonstrate:excellent knowledge and proven experience in the fields of art history and the management and analysis of cultural heritage, with particular reference to artist archives, as well as the archiving and cataloging of artistic and photographic materials;an in-depth understanding of contemporary art and photography theory and history, with a focus on gender studies.Furthermore, an excellent command of English, both written and spoken, is required, as these skills are essential for successfully engaging in the analysis of the specific case and the activities outlined in the project.
The appointed candidate must possess expertise in the field of collecting and museums, with particular reference to collections of artisanal and industrial significance. Appointed candidate must demonstrate proficiency in cultural heritage cataloguing systems and principal databases, as well as an up-to-date understanding of the administrative and managerial frameworks that govern relationships between public administrations and private cultural institutions. A strong inclination toward historical and archival research is required.
1. “Archivi sconosciuti di storia dell’emigrazione. Studio, digitalizzazione, schedatura informatizzata, valorizzazione” (Project ARCHEMIG - P0366, cup: D63C24000590005)
2) Management and valorisation of the Paolo Cresci Archives: study, inventory and detailed cataloguing of the archival series
3) Qualitative research: conducting interviews
4) Dissemination and participation in academic and cultural events: Participation and/or organisation of conferences, seminars and workshops on emigration from Tuscany and Lucca; production of articles and reports on the history of emigration
5) Design of accessibility and dissemination strategies: development of solutions to make the research results accessible and networked.
* A database dedicated to information on local female crafts.
*A database of archival series from the Fiore de Henriquez Archive.
The appointed candidate will be committed to the cataloguing of the collections of the Museo della Carta in Pietrabuona (Pescia, Pistoia), with particular focus on watermarked molds, punches, and watermarking screens, on the basis of the documents preserved in the Archivio Storico Magnani. The findings from this research will contribute to the preparation of new scientific entries for the Museo della Carta di Pescia’s catalogue and may also inform the future display of the collections in the dedicated section of Le Carte paper mill. In the course of his/her work, the appointed candidate may also participate in the scientific, educational, and outreach activities promoted by the museum.
4. “Catalogazione della Collezione Ansaldi presso il Museo Civico di Pescia (Pistoia)” (Project OPIN - P0367, cup: D63C24000620007)
Eligibility requirements must be met by the date of submission of the application for this call for applications, under penalty of exclusion.
1. “Archivi sconosciuti di storia dell’emigrazione. Studio, digitalizzazione, schedatura informatizzata, valorizzazione” (Project ARCHEMIG - P0366, cup: D63C24000590005)
- hold a master's degree in Contemporary History;
- be under 36 years of age on the date of submission of the application for this call for applications.
- hold a master's degree in History of Contemporary Art (with specialization in History of Photography); Conservation and Management of Cultural Heritage or areas related to the themes of this call for applications; History of Photography;
- not having reached the age of 36 on the date of submission of the application for this call for applications;
- excellent knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written;
- ability to work in an interdisciplinary and design context.
- hold a master's degree in the humanities, particularly in the area of Cultural Heritage Studies (Art History and related);
- not have reached the age of 36 on the date of submission of the application for this call for applications;
- excellent knowledge of Italian and English, both spoken and written.
4. “Catalogazione della Collezione Ansaldi presso il Museo Civico di Pescia (Pistoia)” (Project OPIN - P0367, cup: D63C24000620007)
- hold a master's degree or an old-school degree in Art History or Cultural Heritage;
- not have reached the age of 36 on the date of submission of the application for this call for applications;
- excellent knowledge of Italian and English, both spoken and written.
