Senior Curator

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and contribute to scholarship on present-day contemporary art globally, with a focus on practices in Singapore, Southeast Asia and Asia.
• Develop areas of research specialisation to support institutional policies and goals on exhibition programming, collection development and publications.
• Curate exhibitions and artwork commissions, develop collaborative and cross-disciplinary projects.
• Plan and lead exhibitions and projects including conceptualisation, negotiations with external institutions and artists, and co-ordination of general exhibition matters.
• Demonstrate thought leadership in the field through sharing of knowledge at conferences, talks and publications.
• Contribute to relevant strategic planning and management matters, at both department and corporate levels.
• Work with other museum colleagues in presenting programmes such as lectures, talks and training sessions, as well as providing content for collaterals such as website and publicity materials.
• Build professional networks with contemporary artists, cultural communities and creative partners.
• Manage, supervise and administer projects, processes and procedures under his/her responsibility.
• Mentor and supervise junior curatorial colleagues in the planning and execution of exhibitions and programmes, as well as professional development.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

For Position of Curator:

• A post-graduate degree in contemporary art, art history, visual cultures or related fields
• 5 years’ of relevant curatorial experience or scholarship

For Position of Senior Curator:

• A post-graduate degree in contemporary art, art history, visual cultures or related fields
• 10 years’ of relevant curatorial experience or scholarship

For All Positions:

• Keen interest in and strong knowledge of contemporary art practices in Singapore and Asia
• Excellent research, writing, communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English. Additional language abilities would be ideal
• Ability to lead and motivate colleagues
• Interest and ability to contribute to the museum’s overall strategy and management
• Good project management and organisational skills
• Attentive to details and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Depending on your qualifications and experience, you may be appointed as Curator or Senior Curator.

Please send your application to hr@singaporeartmuseum.sg. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.