At MAD, the Research Curator will be part of the Curatorial Department, and part of the team leading the reinstallation of the Museum’s permanent collection. In consultation with the chief curator, this work will include checklist development; supporting foundation grant applications; oversight, contribution to, and project management of related publications and exhibition texts; organization of planning sessions; and participation in generating public programming. Additional responsibilities related to exhibitions and publications may be assigned by the chief curator. At BGC, the Research Curator will act as the primary liaison between MAD and BGC, and teach regular graduate seminars on the history and theory of craft and/or design. The Research Curator will also extend the discourse about craft and design to the Center for Craft by serving on the Center’s Program Advisory Committee and contributing to additional Center for Craft programming.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a post-doctorate scholar and/or curator with knowledge in craft, design, and/or material culture with teaching experience, knowledge of the museum setting, and a demonstrated record of project management. This is a grant-funded position that includes benefits.

Application Instructions

All applications must be received by November 1st. The application should include a cover letter, indicating areas of expertise and special interest, curriculum vitae, writing samples, and a list of three recommenders with contact information. Applications should be sent by email to darci.spasojevich@madmuseum.org with the subject line Windgate Research Curator Search.

The Museum of Arts and Design is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the hiring of personnel on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender, age, Vietnam-era veteran or disabled veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other projected status as provided by law.