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