Director Of The Feitler Center For Academic Inquiry And Head Of Education

University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Base: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
7+ years work experience in related discipline
Object-based teaching and research expertise
Team leadership and performance management skills
The Director will conceptualize and lead the Smart Museum's academic engagement, student outreach, and public programming while serving as a critical ambassador for art in teaching

Job Summary

  • The Director will conceptualize and lead the Smart Museum's academic engagement, student outreach, and public programming while serving as a critical ambassador for art in teaching.
  • This role involves overseeing the Feitler Center for Academic Inquiry and the Head of Education function, including managing K-12 and family programming alongside university collaborations.
  • The University of Chicago offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $150,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

The Director will conceptualize and lead the Smart Museum's academic engagement, student outreach, and public programming while serving as a critical ambassador for art in teaching.

Salary

Base: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years work experience in related discipline
  • Object-based teaching and research expertise
  • Team leadership and performance management skills
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty
  • Budget and staff oversight capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in art history or visual culture
  • Interest in expanding curricular engagement to sciences
  • Experience developing marketing and strategic partnerships
  • Strong commitment to community outreach
  • Ability to organize workshops and colloquia

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience
  • College degree in related field required
  • PhD preferred in art history or visual culture

Work Rights

Not specified

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