Assistant or Associate Curator of Twentieth-Century Art
Job Title: Assistant/Associate Curator of Twentieth-Century Art
Employment Status: Full-Time | Exempt
Location: On-Site | in person
Department: Curatorial
Reporting Responsibility: Chief Curator
Position 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 art
- Together with the Curator of Contemporary Art, direct the care and installation of the Phillip G. Schrager Collection
- Research and publish on the Museum’s collection of twentieth-century art and contribute original scholarship to the field
- Develop original exhibitions and installations
- Coordinate incoming loan exhibitions
- Collaborate with Curatorial and Learning & Engagement staff to advance new interpretive strategies for the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions
- Assist in the cultivation and stewardship of donors and patrons
- Conceptualize and implement events and public programs at The Joslyn and with community partners
- Adhere to policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- When interfacing with the public, ensure all visitors to the Museum have a positive experience
- Remain knowledgeable about Museum activities, services, and layout and be willing to assist any visitor
- Other duties related to your department as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in art history or ABD required with broad expertise in twentieth-century art and a specialization in American art from 1945 to 2000
- Minimum three to five years’ curatorial experience in an art museum
- Ability to plan, organize, and present exhibitions
- Accomplished record of original research and publications
- Knowledge of best practices for collections management
- Exemplary oral and written communication skills and facility with public speaking
- Established network of curators, scholars, collectors, and dealers and strong working relationships with other experts in the field
- Familiarity with the auction and sales market for twentieth-century art
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across Museum departments
- Enthusiasm for building positive relationships with donors, collectors, and the public
- Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the field
Physical 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 areas
- Stationary Tasks: Ability to remain seated for prolonged periods when conducting research, writing, or attending meetings
- Body Movements: Occasional bending, reaching, and kneeling to handle or inspect artworks and collections
- Physical Stamina: Capacity to work long hours during exhibition installations or special events, including evenings and weekends
- Visual & Communication: Strong visual acuity required for assessing artwork condition, color, and detail
Compensation: 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
To 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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