Gallery Director/assistant Professor

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: $63,000-$65,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Terminal degree in studio art or related field
Minimum two years art gallery experience
Ability to design and install exhibitions
The position involves curating exhibitions, managing the permanent collection, and overseeing campus gallery facilities while holding a dual faculty appointment

Job Summary

  • The position involves curating exhibitions, managing the permanent collection, and overseeing campus gallery facilities while holding a dual faculty appointment.
  • The successful candidate will teach 3-6 credits per year in museum studies and oversee the development of an undergraduate certificate in art preparatorship.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs ranging from 5 to 10 percent.

Matching Summary

The position involves curating exhibitions, managing the permanent collection, and overseeing campus gallery facilities while holding a dual faculty appointment.

Salary

Base: $63,000-$65,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance; tuition waivers; retirement contributions 5-10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Terminal degree in Studio Art or related field
  • Minimum two years art gallery experience
  • Ability to design and install exhibitions
  • Knowledge of basic conservation and care
  • Experience with contemporary art practices

Nice-to-have

  • Experience developing programming and outreach
  • Grant-writing project collaboration skills
  • Familiarity with social media platforms
  • Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours

Key Requirements

  • Terminal Degree in Studio Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or Curatorial studies
  • Minimum two years art gallery or museum experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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