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The Allen Memorial Art Museum (AMAM) at Oberlin College seeks a creative and collaborative museum professional who is dedicated to interdisciplinary teaching to fill the role of Assistant Curator of Academic Programs. This is a continuing, full-time, 12-month Administrative and Professional Staff position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2023 that reports to, and works closely with, the Curator of Academic Programs.
The Assistant Curator will help expand the teaching capacity of the museum’s Office of Academic Programs, which develops new and innovative ways of making the AMAM and its collections central to the College of Arts and Sciences and Conservatory of Music academic experience by working closely with faculty members and developing innovative programs and activities that support curricular learning. To that end, the Assistant Curator will:
- Teach and co-facilitate class visits in the museum galleries and Print Study Room that prioritize object-based learning and the exchange of ideas and perspectives to inspire inquiry
- Build partnerships with faculty across disciplines to expand and improve the AMAM’s support of curricular teaching including through one-on-one meetings, exhibition previews, focus groups, and other forms of outreach
- Oversee self-guided faculty visits to ensure the quality of the in-gallery experience
- Hire, supervise, and mentor student employees with the Curator
- Working with the museum’s registrars and preparators, coordinate the movement of art from storage to teaching areas, balancing access with object safety
- Conduct assessment and evaluation as well as track statistics related to curricular teaching and initiatives
- Strategically manage the calendar of visits to maximize impact while ensuring quality of student and faculty experience
- Conduct research on the AMAM’s collection as well as topics in higher education, museums, and object-based pedagogies to expand and improve teaching practice as well as contribute to the field through conference presentations and publications
- Support other museum programs and initiatives through gallery teaching, exhibitions, presentations, and special tours
- Other duties as assigned
Required qualifications:
- M.A. degree in an object-focused field of study (such as art history, studio art, history, anthropology, or archaeology) or museum studies
- 3 years of professional museum experience beyond internships with at least 1 year of teaching in museums or higher education
- Broad knowledge of art and material culture as represented in the AMAM’s collection, and a willingness to learn about subjects and materials outside of established areas of expertise
- Excellent collaboration and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- High degree of professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
- Understanding of the learning needs of college-aged students
- Highly developed communication skills across platforms including in-person, email, telephone, and Zoom and in response to the needs of different audiences
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive learning environment for all Oberlin students
- Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours
- Ability to lift and carry objects weight up to 25 pounds
Candidates should submit: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching statement that includes how you create a supportive learning environment for students of all backgrounds, and 4) contact information for three references by April 15 through Oberlin College’s job portal at: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/13686.
All applications must be received through the portal. Applications received after the deadline may be considered.
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