Assistant or Associate Curator for Native American Art Job at Minneapolis Instit

Assistant or Associate Curator for Native American Art

The Minneapolis Institute of Art is seeking an Assistant or Associate Curator of Native American Art to develop, research, exhibit, and publish Mia’s collections of Native American art.

The Job

The successful candidate will interpret the museum’s collections of Native American art, conduct research and mount special exhibitions, oversee the care and preservation of the collection, locate and propose acquisition of Native American works of art, and develop and coordinate lectures and activities pertaining to Native American art.

• Interpret the museum’s collections of Native American art through permanent collection gallery displays and didactic materials.
• Conduct research and mount special exhibitions with accompanying publications.
• Oversee the care and preservation of the collection.
• Locate, research, and propose acquisition of Native American works of art.
• Develop and coordinate lectures and activities pertaining to Native American art.
• Actively participate in broader museum initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you have…

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and coordinate complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Team skills and ability to work effectively with staff, trustees, and external contacts.

Specific Requirements

• M.A. in Art History with specialization in Native American art & culture; Ph.D. desirable.
• Proficiency in applicable languages.
• Minimum of 3 years of employment in a collection-based curatorial department with direct experience in Native American art.
• Demonstrated ability to write interpretive material and significant art historical research skills.
• Ability to travel 15-20%.

Mia Culture

The Minneapolis Institute of Art is an audience-centered, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mia is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and empower an accessible and inclusive environment. Mia is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer.