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 gallery or museum experience
Ability to design and install exhibitions
The position offers a dual appointment as a ranked faculty member responsible for managing the Gallery of Art & Design while teaching museum studies courses

Job Summary

  • The position offers a dual appointment as a ranked faculty member responsible for managing the Gallery of Art & Design while teaching museum studies courses.
  • The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences within a diverse community.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs ranging from 5 to 10 percent of salary.

Matching Summary

The position offers a dual appointment as a ranked faculty member responsible for managing the Gallery of Art & Design while teaching museum studies courses.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Terminal degree in Studio Art or related field
  • Minimum two years gallery or museum experience
  • Ability to design and install exhibitions
  • Knowledge of basic conservation and care of artwork
  • Experience developing educational programming

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with grant-writing projects
  • Familiarity with contemporary art trends
  • Strong interpersonal skills for community engagement
  • 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

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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