Assistant Curator [Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme, CT]

The Florence Griswold Museum invites applications from dynamic scholars for the position of Assistant Curator. Reporting to the Curator, the successful applicant for this position will contribute to the Museum’s expansion of its exhibition, research, and education programs. As a regional museum of American art with an emphasis on the artistic heritage of Connecticut from the 18th century to the present, FGM has broadened its curatorial activities in the past five years and seeks a creative individual who can help us further this initiative. The Assistant Curator will aid in the operation of the department, including collecting, exhibiting, preserving, researching, and interpreting works of art and archival materials. An active participant in the department, the Assistant Curator will conceive of and organize selected exhibitions both from the collection and using temporary loans, and assist in the pursuit of grant support. She or he will support the Curator in implementing exhibitions and related publications in print and online. Candidates must have expertise in American art and a minimum of two years professional experience. Masters degree required. Experience with archival materials a plus. Applicants will be evaluated based on scholarly qualifications, experience, and compatibility with the Museum’s collections and exhibitions. Excellent research, writing, computer, interpersonal, and organizational skills required. Full time position with competitive salary and benefits. Applications (cover letter, resume, brief writing sample [limit 20 pages], and three professional references) should be sent to: Amy Kurtz Lansing, Curator, Florence Griswold Museum, 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371, or submitted via e-mail to amy@flogris.org. EOE. Posted on: 09/18/2015