Rousseau Curatorial Fellow in European Art

Institution: Harvard Art Museums
Deadline: Rolling review starting 26 January 2026
Location: Cambridge, MA, USA

The Harvard Art Museums invite applications for the Rousseau Curatorial Fellow in European Art, a two-year programme designed to support emerging museum professionals in art history, conservation, and museum education. Fellows collaborate with staff, contribute to curatorial projects, and participate in workshops, cohort activities, and the annual Fellows Symposium.

Fellowship Format

• Term: 08 September 2026 – 31 August 2028

• Full-time (35 hours/week)

• Annual compensation: $60,000 + travel budget + Harvard fringe benefits

• Includes orientation and 3-month review period

Responsibilities

• Research and support projects on 14th–19th century European paintings and sculptures, including works by Monet and Cézanne

• Assist with provenance research, acquisitions, loans, and gallery reinstallation planning

• Prepare interpretive materials, labels, and publications

• Contribute to public and academic programming, teaching, and interdisciplinary initiatives

• Supervise students and temporary staff

Eligibility Criteria

• MA in Art History or related field required; PhD preferred

• Specialization in European or British paintings desirable

• Museum or related experience preferred

• Additional languages (French, Italian, Spanish, German, Dutch) desirable

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Commitment to inclusive engagement with original artworks