Gallery Director/assistant Professor

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
$63,000-$65,000; not specified; university contrib...
Gallery exhibition planning and installation
Collection management and development
Campus and community engagement
The position involves primary duties centered on Gallery and Collection management, operations, programming and administration, while holding a dual appointment as a ranked faculty member in the Department of Art & Design

Job Summary

  • The position involves primary duties centered on Gallery and Collection management, operations, programming and administration, while holding a dual appointment as a ranked faculty member in the Department of Art & Design.
  • Responsibilities include curating, exhibition planning and installation, publicity, collection management, development, and promotion of the UAFS Gallery of Art & Design.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

The position involves primary duties centered on Gallery and Collection management, operations, programming and administration, while holding a dual appointment as a ranked faculty member in the Department of Art & Design.

Salary

$63,000-$65,000; Not specified; University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, choice of retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Gallery exhibition planning and installation
  • Collection management and development
  • Campus and community engagement
  • Visual art and design education
  • Contemporary art knowledge
  • Basic conservation and care of artwork

Nice-to-have

  • Transformative learning experiences
  • Diverse community building
  • Healthy work-life balance
  • Grant writing collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Terminal Degree in Studio Art, Art History, Museum Studies, Curatorial studies, or related field
  • Minimum two years art gallery or museum experience
  • Ability to work with local and regional community partners
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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