Associate Curator / Curator of American Art [Portland Museum of Art]

The Portland Museum of Art (PMA) is searching for an Associate Curator / Curator of American Art to be responsible for curatorial activity related to pre-1950 American art, including overseeing this part of the PMA’s collection; organizing special exhibition projects; pursuing acquisitions; and producing scholarly and written materials for a wide range of audiences. Work will focus on interdisciplinary and collaborative projects with museum staff, community organizations, and peer museums, and requires research and scholarship on American art. With an extensive collection and nationally renowned exhibitions, the Portland Museum of Art is the cultural heart of Portland. The PMA has significant holdings of American, European, and Contemporary art, yet its collection also highlights the rich artistic tradition of Maine. For position description with responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions, please visit http://www.portlandmuseum.org/about/employment . E.O.E. Posted on: 06/04/2015