Current Opportunities

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Rebecca A. Boylan and Thomas W. Sidlik Curator of European Art, 1850-1970, the Assistant Curator will assist with day-to-day operations and research for the department.  Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides assistance to curator in day-to-day departmental operations
• Maintains and updates physical and digital departmental records in accordance with DIA archival and data standards
• Researches and documents the modern European painting and sculpture collection as well as proposed acquisitions
• Fields and responds to inquiries from the general public, scholars, and others in the field
• Assists in the upkeep of and alterations to the modern European permanent collection gallery installations
• Assists in the care of the modern European permanent collection and loan objects with museum conservators and registrars
• Assists in the maintenance of an active loan schedule
• Supports the conception, preparation, research, and execution of exhibitions, publications, and public programs
• Collaborates effectively with all museum staff
• Supports the cultivation of department patrons
• Travels, on occasion, for departmental research and serves as courier as needed
• Other related duties as required
 
QUALIFICATIONS

• M.A. in Art History or other related field preferred
• Specialization in modern European painting, sculpture, and/or decorative arts (1850–1970)
• At least two to three years of experience working in a museum environment preferred
• Excellent research, writing, time management, and organizational skills required
• Previous experience with object-based, archival, and provenance research preferred
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A team player with a desire to support the DIA mission, vision, and values
• Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language, French or German preferred
• Excellent English language written and verbal communication skills required
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Experience with The Museum System (TMS) database preferred
• Must have strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues, museum patrons and supporters, and the public
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced work environment

If you are interested in applying for this position, please do so online at www.dia.org. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with two (2) references, and a short writing sample with notes and bibliography. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  

Employment applications and/or resumes will not be accepted in person or by mail, e-mail, or facsimile.

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