Deadline for applications: September 30, 2014.
The Smart Museum of Art at the University of Chicago invites applications for the position of Curator of Asian Art. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for the direction of exhibition, acquisition, research, and publication activity in this key area of the Smart Museum’s collection, and will serve as a member of the Smart Museum’s outstanding and highly collaborative curatorial team. The Curator of Asian Art forms part of a dynamic curatorial team of four, participates actively in standing curatorial and cross-departmental committees, works closely with the director, and serves as a curatorial liaison to the Collections Committee of the Museum’s Board of Governors, among other duties.
Curatorial rank and salary will depend on qualifications; suitable candidates would be considered for the Museum’s chief curatorship. The Curator of Asian art reports to the Chief Curator or, if s/he assumes that rank, would report to the Museum’s director.
It is essential that the successful candidate be eager to work within the unique environment of the University of Chicago, where a commitment to rigorous debate, field-changing research, and boundary-breaking collaborations is fundamental.
Applications are encouraged from those with at least three (3) years of progressively more responsible experience working in art museums, ranging from those who have recently obtained an advanced graduate degree to those with a longer record of achievement in the field.

The Asian collection, including over 800 works in all media, is strongest in the traditional, modern, and contemporary arts of East Asia and the arts of Buddhism in its historic pan-Asian context, although exhibition, acquisition, and research activity is not limited to these areas.

Teaching at the University of Chicago, particularly when relating directly to the Museum’s collection, is possible and would be encouraged, but is not required. Conference participation and other contributions to the wider field are encouraged, expected, and supported by the Museum.

To apply, search for requisition 096106 and submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, and reference contact information through jobopportunities.uchicago.edu. Deadline for applications: September 30, 2014.
Job Requirements

An advanced degree in Art History or a related field, preferably a Ph.D. or equivalent relevant experience required.

Minimum of three years relevant experience required.

A deep familiarity with both traditional and contemporary Asian art, with a specialization in Chinese, Korean, and/or Japanese art
An advanced degree in Art History or a related field, preferably a Ph.D. or equivalent relevant experience
A record of innovative research and exhibitions that make a significant contribution to the field
Dedication to the care and stewardship of the permanent collection and knowledge of conservation issues
Familiarity with the full range of current issues in museum practice particularly as they affect the acquisition, exhibition, and interpretation of traditional and contemporary Asian art
An ability to speak, read, and write in English and Chinese and/or Korean and/or Japanese
Superior written and oral communication skills
Familiarity with budget planning and management
A deep understanding of and sympathy for working within the environment of a great research institution
A substantial commitment to collaboration of all types, with museum colleagues, students, faculty, and external partners
Comfort in establishing positive and effective relationships with internal and external communities, including major donors and collectors, board members, artists, members of the press, art dealers, professionals at other institutions, faculty, students, and the public
In addition, it would be preferable if candidates also possessed: comfort and experience in budget management and knowledge of database management software

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