Assistant Director/Assistant Curator, Arthur Ross Gallery, University of Pennsylvania

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Director/Assistant Curator oversees office operations and manages Arthur Ross Gallery budgets for grants and 3 exhibitions per year. Coordinates logistics for all exhibitions; performs all exhibition registration duties, arranges for loans, insurance, and shipping of art work; divides with Director and Assistant Director of Development and Marketing all responsibilities for grant writing and reporting; as assistant curator curates one exhibition every year; participates fully in Gallery collaborations with other University of Pennsylvania departments and outside arts and cultural institutions on exhibitions and special projects. Acts as departmental liaison with other University offices (Provost’s Administrative Office, Comptroller’s office, Purchasing, and accounts payable) on budgetary matters.

Job Description

Responsibilities: Assistant Director/Assistant Curator coordinates logistics for all exhibitions, oversees budgets for grants and 3 exhibitions per year. Performs all exhibition registration duties, including loans, insurance and shipping. Curates one exhibition every year, including research and exhibition brochure. Proficient at Grant writing and manages grant reports, including budgets. Participates in all Gallery programs and events, participates fully in Gallery collaborations with other University of Pennsylvania departments and outside arts and cultural institutions on exhibitions and projects. Acts as departmental liaison with other University Office on budgetary matters.

Qualifications: MA in Art History, or Museum Studies plus 3-5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience; prior experience in academic museum/gallery management; Strong writing and speaking skills required. Individual should be able to work collaboratively as a team in a small office.

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