Curator

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Smart Museum of Art, University of Chicago, Chicago, USA

Institution: Smart Museum of Art, University of Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL, USA (onsite)
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), permanent
Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 per annum

The Smart Museum of Art seeks an experienced Curator to shape and implement its artistic vision in close collaboration with the Director. This role involves leading exhibitions, strengthening the permanent collection, engaging with academic and public audiences, and contributing to fundraising and institutional partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage exhibitions, commissions, and collection displays
Conduct and publish scholarly research on the collection
Serve as coordinating curator for traveling exhibitions
Write exhibition materials and grant applications
Supervise curatorial staff, interns, and student employees
Collaborate on public programming and curricular engagement
Represent the museum locally and nationally
Support Board of Governors and donor relations

Candidate Profile

Minimum 5–7 years of curatorial experience
Advanced degree in art history or related field (PhD preferred)
Strong communication and project management skills
Deep knowledge of museum best practices and academic museum trends
Commitment to collaboration and community engagement