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| Curator of Contemporary Art | Posted: July 30, 2013 |
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Degree Required: M.A. in Art History |
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Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA |
Full Time |
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Description: To serve as an integral member of the List senior management team and provide leadership and vision for its programs. Will be in charge of the supervision and coordination of all aspects of the curatorial department including exhibition, acquisition, commission, research, publication, conservation, fund-raising, education, and outreach; assist the director in establishing policy related to long-range goals and strategic advancement; serve as the spokesperson for the List as delegated by the director, including communication with various groups including the Boston art community and international constituents; and assist in providing financial management for the programs of the List, including generating significant funding from outside agencies. Requirements: Seven years’ curatorial experience; an M.A. in art history; five years’ experience in museum administration or with a curatorial management team; extensive knowledge of international contemporary art, art history, and theory; demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a research environment and to make connections with faculty; superior public speaking ability; demonstrated excellence in writing and editing; ability to create and manage project budgets, work with artists in a residency situation, assist in the creation of new works, and actively and effectively engage in fund-raising and cultivation activities; and excellent leadership and management skills, including the ability to work well within a team. Seek entrepreneurial-minded individual with a strategic programmatic vision for reaching ambitious growth goals while creatively solving problems. Must be a well-organized self-starter who is tactful, detail-oriented, innovative, discreet, and capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines. Master's degree in modern/contemporary art history preferred. Application Instructions: The List offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and a curatorial travel budget. Relocation assistance will be provided for the right candidate. Application Website: http://jobs.mit.edu/external Museum Website: listart.mit.edu |
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