Senior Curator/Curator in Modernism & Curator in Contemporary Art
MUNCH is among Northern Europe’s most visited museums, and houses the largest collection of the world-renowned Norwegian artist Edvard Munch (1863–1944). In addition to the work of Edvard Munch, modernism and contemporary art make up the three pillars of MUNCH’s exhibition programme. The Museum is now looking to strengthen tge curatorial team with a curator in contemporary art and a senior/curator in modernism.
What you will do
In both roles, the senior/curator will:
- Develop proposals for exhibitions and other art projects
- Have curatorial responsibility for exhibitions and other art projects in MUNCH’s exhibitions programme, developed in close collaboration with the museum’s different professional teams
- Maintain and develop a high level of specialist expertise within the relevant field, and share knowledge and networks with colleagues at the museum
- Contribute to museum’s mediation and communication of art to different media outlets and publics
In addition, the senior/curator for modernism will be expected to contribute to scholarly publications and to the management of the museum’s collections.
Qualities you bring
- Independence and initiative
- Care and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Desire for professional development
- Good collaborative skills
- A structured, systematic approach and ability to deliver
- Positive contributions to the working environment
What the Museum can offer
- An exciting role in a dynamic institution
- A varied and engaging team of colleagues
- Pension and other benefits as an employee of The City of Oslo
- Flexible working hours
- Personal and professional development
The requirements and levels of expected experience are different for each position, so please see the website and announcement post for further information and how to apply.
MUNCH aims to represent all sections of society, and anyone who meets the requirements of the role is encouraged to apply, regardless of racial or cultural background, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or functional ability.
Photo: Einar Aslaksen © Munchmuseet