Assistant or Associate Curator of Twentieth-Century ArtJob Title: Assistant/Associate Curator of Twentieth-Century ArtEmployment Status: Full-Time | ExemptLocation: On-Site | in personDepartment: CuratorialReporting Responsibility: Chief CuratorPosition Summary: Joslyn Art Museum seeks applicants for a curatorial position devoted to twentieth-century art with a primary focus on American art from 1945 to 2000. The position is open at the Assistant or Associate Curator level and offers a motivated individual the opportunity to create a dynamic program for twentieth-century art, encompassing collections, exhibitions, research, and interpretation.Major Duties:Direct the development, care, and installation of the Museum's collection of twentieth-century artTogether with the Curator of Contemporary Art, direct the care and installation of the Phillip G. Schrager CollectionResearch and publish on the Museum's collection of twentieth-century art and contribute original scholarship to the fieldDevelop original exhibitions and installationsCoordinate incoming loan exhibitionsCollaborate with Curatorial and Learning & Engagement staff to advance new interpretive strategies for the permanent collection and temporary exhibitionsAssist in the cultivation and stewardship of donors and patronsConceptualize and implement events and public programs at The Joslyn and with community partnersAdhere to policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee HandbookWhen interfacing with the public, ensure all visitors to the Museum have a positive experienceRemain knowledgeable about Museum activities, services, and layout and be willing to assist any visitorOther duties related to your department as assignedMinimum Qualifications:PhD in art history or ABD required with broad expertise in twentieth-century art and a specialization in American art from 1945 to 2000Minimum three to five years' curatorial experience in an art museumAbility to plan, organize, and present exhibitionsAccomplished record of original research and publicationsKnowledge of best practices for collections managementExemplary oral and written communication skills and facility with public speakingEstablished network of curators, scholars, collectors, and dealers and strong working relationships with other experts in the fieldFamiliarity with the auction and sales market for twentieth-century artAbility to work collaboratively with colleagues across Museum departmentsEnthusiasm for building positive relationships with donors, collectors, and the publicDemonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the fieldPhysical Qualifications:Mobility: Ability to navigate museum galleries, storage areas, and off-site locations to assess, install, and care for artwork, as well as to attend meetings and events in various museum areasStationary Tasks: Ability to remain seated for prolonged periods when conducting research, writing, or attending meetingsBody Movements: Occasional bending, reaching, and kneeling to handle or inspect artworks and collectionsPhysical Stamina: Capacity to work long hours during exhibition installations or special events, including evenings and weekendsVisual & Communication: Strong visual acuity required for assessing artwork condition, color, and detailCompensation: Minimum Salary: $55,000. Qualifications and experience will be considered in the compensation for this position.Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the hiring process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact ****** Apply: Please submit your cover letter and CV via email to ******, and include the job role in the subject line. Joslyn Art Museum believes in fostering diversity and equal opportunity as integral parts of its hiring practices, upholding its commitment as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position. Joslyn offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package to eligible employees.Our Mission: Joslyn brings people together to explore art across time and cultures.
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