Collections Curator- Michael C. Carlos Museum

Emory University•Atlanta, GA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Collections Curator has overall responsibility for research and scholarly development of the Michael C. Carlos Museum’s collections, working with subject specialist curators on staff. The position is under the general supervision of the Director or designate (Director of Collection Services and Chief Registrar). It manages scholarly collection documentation and provenance research, supports access to collections, develops institutional and academic relationships, and contributes to research, education, and public programming. The role is generally performed in person at an Emory University location; remote work options may be granted at department discretion.

Requirements

PhD in art history, anthropology, archaeology, or a related discipline or field relevant to the area of specialization, and five years of museum curatorial, collections management, or research experience, including a record of successful research projects and publications; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

Manage scholarly documentation of the collection.
For collection areas not covered by subject matter specialists, maintain and build collections and scope and manage research projects with external experts.
Conduct provenance research for all museum collections.
Serve as the primary contact for researchers seeking access to collection areas not curated by subject matter specialists.
Establish and maintain institutional relationships to promote research.
Collaborate with the Registrar to organize loans.
Develop and maintain relationships with dealers and potential donors.
Collaborate with the Director of Development to identify and pursue funding for research projects.
May teach university courses in the art history department.
Maintain relationships with other university departments to enhance the museum’s academic role.
Collaborate with university faculty and outside experts to develop projects.
Develop and implement curatorial policies and procedures consistent with museum policies.
Participate in educational programs and professional organizations and network with curatorial professionals to maintain professional development.
Organize and present public lectures, seminars, and tours as part of educational programming.
May supervise students, interns, staff, and volunteers.
Write label text for permanent installations.
Perform other related duties as required.