Future Curator, MIMA
Location: MIMA
Salary: £26,707 – £30,378 (pro rata)
Contract Type: Fixed term (02 March 2026 – 01 March 2027)
Hours: 14.8 hours per week (part-time)
Application Deadline: 22 April 2026
About the Role
MIMA’s Curator role is a year-long paid position for a Disabled, Deaf or Neurodivergent Curator. The role is part of the national Future Curators Programme, instigated and organised by DASH, a disabled artist-led organisation committed to advancing disability justice in the visual arts.
This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to MIMA’s curatorial programme while developing practice within a supportive and inclusive environment. The position is designed to foster leadership, experimentation, and sector change through disability-led perspectives.
The Future Curators Programme, supported by DASH, is a national initiative aimed at increasing opportunities for disabled curators within the visual arts sector. The programme promotes disability justice and seeks to embed inclusive practices across partner institutions.
Job Details
- Salary: £26,707 – £30,378 (pro rata)
- Contractual Hours: 14.8
- Basis: Part-time
- Contract: Fixed term from 02/03/2026 – 01/03/2027
- Date Posted: 08/04/2026
Benefits
- A holiday entitlement of 185 hours (25 days), increasing to 28 and 30 days after 3 and 5 years’ service respectively, plus bank holidays
- Additional leave over the Christmas and New Year period during the Christmas closure
- Special leave to support a range of circumstances
- Hybrid working arrangements: 60% on campus and 40% remote working
- Flexi time scheme
- A variety of provision to support staff with personal development and recognition
- A range of family-friendly benefits
- An employee benefits platform which provides discounts with 350+ retailers and access to health and wellbeing resources
More information about benefits and an employee benefits brochure can be found via the employer.
Application Process
Please refer to the Candidate Pack for the Job Description, Person Specification, and additional information relating to this role.
If shortlisted, interviews will take place in person (Teams interviews are available upon request).
Interview Date: 11 May 2026
Additional Information
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post will not qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.
