The Department of European Paintings seeks an ambitious, creative, forward-looking art historian specializing in Northern Renaissance paintings with a demonstrated interest in Italian painting, as well. In this role, the Assistant/Associate curator will be responsible for the research, display, study, growth, and care of this area of the European Paintings collection. The ideal candidate will be passionately interested in paintings and in shaping the department’s future for the next generation and in keeping to the Museum’s mission of public engagement and outreach by creating exhibitions, and studying and growing this area of the collection.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Commitment to scholarship in fields of specialization and to communicating the results of that scholarship to a broad public as well as specialist communities
- Curate gallery installations with the attendant tasks of research, label writing, and participating in related digital platforms
- Research, generate and produce scholarly publications on works in the collection under his/her/their curatorial responsibility, contribute to online entries
- Organize path breaking exhibitions that help to redefine an artist, period, or work of art
- Participate in the Museum’s public education and outreach programs
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with donors, trustees, and colleagues from other institutions in the U.S. and abroad as well as with the scholarly community, dealers and collectors.
- Actively cultivate potential sponsors and supporters, including departmental membership groups
- Research, propose, and present works for acquisition
- Respond to correspondence relating to the collection and assist the public and visiting scholars; work with scholars throughout the field to expand the collection’s narratives
- Collaborate with colleagues throughout the Museum and the broader field of art history on related projects and programs
- Maintain commitment to the field of art history by participating in conferences, scholarly publications, and other forums
Benefits Offerings The Museum provides competitive compensation, and generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees. Note: Benefits Offering may differ based on Employee Status.
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
- Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
- Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
- Free financial-planning services
- Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
- 25% discount for staff in Museum shops
- A subsidized staff cafeteria
- Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions
How to apply
Please apply through the following link: https://metmuseum.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/metmuseumcareers/job/Assistant—Associate-Curator_JR-42274
