The Currier Museum of Art, an internationally acclaimed art museum less than an hour from Boston, seeks a Curator of Modern & Contemporary Art. This curator will work collaboratively across fields to develop creative thematic displays and exhibitions, to build the collection (through gift or purchase) in a range of relevant fields and media, and to engage audiences.

The museum has significant holdings in paintings, sculpture, decorative arts (craft ceramics and glass), photography, New England historic art, and cross-cultural art. The successful candidate will direct and manage the museum’s exhibition program, administer the department and chair the team of curators. The position requires highly creative and collaborative leadership style; commitment to a strong partnership working with education, philanthropy, operations, and the director; experience planning and leading an exhibition program; and curating and acquiring specialists’ areas.

Qualifications:

• MA or PhD in relevant field
• Strong experience in modern & contemporary art
• Architectural/ Frank Lloyd Wright knowledge
• Budgeting and prospect research experience (ideally with national funders).
• Exceptional verbal, presentation and written communications skills
• Outgoing and enthusiastic, with the ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, trustees, volunteers, and donors.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, positive attitude and a sense of humor, with a commitment to confidentiality and ethical behavior.
• Team orientation and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.  
• Highly energetic, goal-driven; flexible, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Superior organizational skills with a high attention to detail; proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a busy environment
• Proficiency with Advanced MS Office Suite

To apply, please send letter of interest, resume, and salary requirements to resumes@currier.org.

The Currier Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Currier welcomes and encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, and BIPOC candidates, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The museum does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.