The Assistant Curator and MAEP Coordinator will develop, research, exhibit, and publish Mia’s collection of Contemporary Art, assisting the Curator of Contemporary Art with the organization of large-scale monographic and thematic exhibitions from concept to installation. The Assistant Curator will also develop, coordinate and manage the Minnesota Artists Exhibition Program (MAEP), serving as an active liaison between Mia and the artist community at large and creating enhanced programming around MAEP exhibitions.

In this role, you will…

  • Interpret the museum’s collection of Contemporary Art through permanent collection gallery displays and didactic materials.
  • Locate, research and propose acquisition of Contemporary works of art that significantly augment the museum’s existing collections.
  • Conduct research and mount special exhibitions, with accompanying publications.
  • Oversee the care and preservation of the collection by ensuring proper and responsible handling and installation of objects and recommending objects for conservation treatment.
  • Speak publicly about the museum’s collection and provide training for museum guides.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with trustees, collectors, potential donors and the general public.
  • Develop and manage the MAEP annual budget, research grants to obtain financial support, and oversee the administration of mailing lists.
  • Coordinate all elements of MAEP exhibitions, including facilitate the elected Artist’s Panel, gather and present artists’ proposals, and host and facilitate annual meeting for election of next panel.
  • Develop and maintain a broad based communications network with Minnesota artists and community organizations in a manner that results in artist participation and increased community awareness in the MAEP program.

Specific Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Art History with a focus on art after 1960; ABD or Ph.D preferred.
  • Minimum of five years museum, teaching, or related experience with demonstrated scholarship and organizational skills.
  • Experience working with contemporary art and artists.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills and demonstrated ability to write interpretive material.
  • Significant demonstrated art historical research skills and experience.
  • Team player with proven ability to work effectively and positively with staff, trustees, and all other internal and external contacts.
  • Ability to build positive and effective relationships with donors and the broader community.

Who You Are
You have a passion for Contemporary art and are an enthusiastic advocate for all things Mia. You are creative and open minded with positive and effective communication skills. You give praise freely and strive for self-awareness.

You’re good at and enjoy…

  • Recognizing the value in others’ unique perspectives.
  • Setting challenging goals and achieving them.
  • Taking advantage of promising opportunities.

Mia Culture
The Minneapolis Institute of Art is an audience-focused workplace where everyone strives to provide excellent service and cultivate honest and positive relationships. Generosity, agility, emotional intelligence, positive energy, and driving results are the core values that define Mia’s culture. Successful employment at Mia includes full embrace and demonstrable indicators of these values by all team members.

To Apply
A complete application includes a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three professional references, and a writing sample. Please send the letter, curriculum vitae, references and writing sample to miajobs@artsmia.org. Only complete applications will be considered.