Posted July 31, 2014.

The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Curatorial Assistant in its Department of Drawings and Prints to assist the department’s senior curators with acquisitions, collections records, bibliographic and biographical records and files, research for exhibitions and publications, departmental committees, loans, and general curatorial inquiries. Specific responsibilities include:

– Performs work in relation to care of the collection and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required in the maintenance of the collection in gallery, study, and storage areas.

– Conducts daily collection gallery inspections and assists with follow-up arrangements in the event of damage, deterioration, etc.

– Provides research on subjects such as artists, periods, styles, etc., on specific works, on locations of works, on photograph sources, etc.

– Assists in arranging loans, catalogue preparation, nd preparation of checklists. Coordinates and schedules work to be done, both within the Museum and without, in such areas as conservation, photography, public information, matting and framing, construction, lighting, etc.

– Assists with the preparation and installation of wall labels. Conducts daily inspection of the works on view in temporary exhibitions and assists with necessary follow-up arrangements. Answers inquiries and conducts some gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc.

– Researches and catalogs the Museum collection and archives under senior staff supervision and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars.

– Assists in the operation of departmental study centers.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in art history strongly preferred, with a particular expertise/exposure to art from the post-war period through today. Prior curatorial experience preferred. Superior research and writing skills are essential. Fluency in a foreign language, preferably German or French (both verbal and written) is also required. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and other standard office procedures.

Application Instructions

Please submit resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to jobs@moma.org. Please reference the position title/department in the subject line.

The Museum encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and academic disciplines to apply.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.