Description
Hiring Department
The Museum of Art and Archaeology at the University of Missouri
Job Description
The Museum of Art and Archaeology (MA&A) at the University of Missouri is seeking a Visiting Curator of Art to help shape exhibitions, advance collection-based research, and engage students and community audiences through innovative programming.
The MA&A serves more than 20,000 visitors annually and is a vital resource for student learning, faculty research, and community engagement. The Visiting Curator is responsible for advancing MA&A exhibitions, research, collections stewardship, teaching, and public engagement missions. The curator will conduct original research on artworks and artifacts in the museum's permanent collection; develop and manage exhibitions; oversee collections documentation and stewardship practices; collaborate with faculty and students on teaching and research initiatives; and engage public audiences through educational programming. The position serves as a key scholarly and operational leader supporting the museum's role as a teaching, research, and public-facing resource for the University of Missouri and the broader community.
This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead collection-based research and scholarship, including researching, documenting, and interpreting artworks and artifacts in the museum's permanent collection to support exhibitions, teaching, and public engagement
Develop and manage exhibitions, including conceiving, planning and organizing, permanent collection displays and temporary exhibitions
Support collections stewardship and museum operations, including maintaining curatorial records, contributing to collections management practices, and collaborating with staff on collection care, loans, and exhibition logistics
Provide guidance and oversight for museum programs and staff, including collaborating with and providing direction related to collections, exhibitions, and research activities involving museum staff, interns, and graduate assistants
Advance teaching and student engagement, including partnering with faculty to incorporate museum collections into coursework, facilitating object-based learning experiences, and participating in class visits, lectures, and educational activities
Promote pbulic engagement and professional outreach, including supporting educational programming, training volunteer docents, participating in cummunity engagement initiatives, and representing the museum through professional activities and scholarly engagement
Why Join the Museum of Art and Archaeology?
The Museum of Art and Archaeology is an integral part of the University of Missouri's teaching research, and engagement mission. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
Work with significant art and archaeological collections
Collaborate with faculty and students across disciplines
Contribute to original exhibitions and scholarships
Engage stakeholders through innovative educational and public programs
Support a museum dedicated to making collections accessible and meaningful to campus and community audiences
Shift
This is a full-time position with hours generally Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in a related/relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or Ph.D in Art History, Archaeology, Museum Studies, or a related field
Demonstrated experience conducting original collections-based research
Experience curating museum exhibitions from conception through installation
Experience with collections management practices, museum documentation systems, and collections stewardship
Experience supervising staff, students, interns, volunteers, or project teams
Experience teaching, guest lecturing, leading object-based learning sessions, or developing museum education programs
Demonstrated record of scholarly publication, presentation, or professional engagement within the museum field
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary: $57,000 - $63,000/year
Grade: GGS - 010
University Title: Collections Curator
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Other Information
Please note: This is an in-person role located on the University of Missouri - Columbia campus. Candidates must be residents of the state of Missouri or willing to relocate prior to the hire date.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
