The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Curatorial Assistant in its Department of Painting and Sculpture.  This position reports to the Associate Director of the Museum, and works closely with the other curatorial assistant on the project as well as numerous staff from many departments.  Specific responsibilities and requirements are listed below:

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists the Museum’s Associate Director in preparing a major retrospective of Bruce Nauman’s work, including conducting research for the exhibition and publication (e.g., compilation of extensive research materials on works in the exhibition, preparation of bibliographic records) and administrative work in the context of curatorial functions.  Assists with arranging loans (corresponds with lenders, researches locations of works, etc.); catalogue preparation (e.g., image rights, correspondence with graphic designer, fact-checking); preparation of checklists including compiling and typing; and coordinating and scheduling work to be done, 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 the exhibition and assists with necessary follow-up arrangements. Answers inquiries and conducts some gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc.  May also perform some work in relation to care of the collection, and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required by the curators for 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.

Job Requirements

Master’s degree in art history with a particular expertise in/exposure to art from 1960 to the present and excellent understanding of media and performance art.  Some prior curatorial experience a plus.  Excellent writing, research, and organizational skills.  Highly motivated. High level of enthusiasm for working with a curatorial team.  Strict attention to detail.  Rigorous approach to tasks.  Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, knowledge of Photoshop and database applications a plus).  Knowledge of one foreign language preferred.

Please submit resume and cover letter, which must include salary requirements, to jobs@moma.org.  Please reference the position title in the subject line.

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.

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Contact Person: Human Resources Fax: 212-333-1107
Email Address: jobs@moma.org