Curator, John and Barbara Vogelstein Curator of Contemporary Art

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Published on 14 November 2023

Job Location: Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences – Brooklyn, NY
Position Type: Full Time Non-Union

Museum Overview

The Brooklyn Museum, a globally recognized cultural institution, is devoted to preserving and exhibiting art, history, and heritage. Our mission is to create inspiring encounters with art that broaden perspectives on self, the world, and its possibilities. We envision ourselves as a catalyst for a more connected, civic, and empathetic world, celebrating diversity through our collections, exhibitions, and programming.

Commitment to Diversity and Community

We aim to build a diverse community of talented individuals passionate about making the Museum a vibrant hub of community activity. Our staff has the opportunity to grow professionally while working collaboratively with respected colleagues.

Responsibilities

Curatorial Leadership:
- Lead or support initiatives to expand the Museum’s contemporary art collections.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders, including the Director and Board of Trustees, to enhance acquisitions.
- Engage with the community through social media and the web to promote new acquisitions and collection-related activities.
Exhibition Coordination:
- Propose, organize, and coordinate innovative exhibitions of contemporary art.
- Collaborate with multiple departments to meet exhibition production schedule deadlines.
- Participate in the reinterpretation of the collection and the management of collections on loan.
Research and Scholarship:
- Conduct advanced scholarly art historical research on the collection and prospective acquisitions.
- Advocate for and contribute to public and educational programming to increase collection visibility.
- Supervise and mentor the Curatorial Assistant and interns.

Qualifications

Experience:
- Seven to ten years as a curator with established arts organizations.
- Strong record of exhibitions and publications, demonstrating expertise in curatorial strategies.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of contemporary art and critical histories and theories of race, class, ability, and gender in art.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, collaboration abilities, and strategic thinking.
Community Engagement:
- Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including staff, donors, Trustees, and community members.
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the field.

Preferred Skills

MA or PhD in a relevant field.

Additional Information

Department: Art Division
Reports to: Director of Curatorial Affairs
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $122,400
Union Status: Non-Union
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm (or other; possibly include)