The Museum of Modern Art
Curatorial Assistant, Painting and Sculpture (focus on early 20th century painti
The Museum of Modern Art, New York, New York, us, 10261
Curatorial Assistant, Painting and Sculpture (focus on early 20th century painting and sculpture)
Founded in 1929, the Museum of Modern Art is dedicated to being the foremost museum of modern and contemporary art in the world. The museum’s mission is to establish, preserve, and document a world‑class collection that reflects the vitality, complexity, and unfolding patterns of modern and contemporary art; to present exhibitions and educational programs of unparalleled significance; and to support scholarship and publications of preeminent intellectual merit.
Responsibilities
Assists senior curators with all aspects of research, planning, organization, and realization of upcoming exhibitions.
Writes, edits, and assists in the production of Museum publications and exhibition‑related materials, including wall texts and extended object labels.
Researches and catalogs the Museum collection and archives as they relate to the exhibition project; answers related inquiries.
Performs exhibition support functions, including bibliographic and checklist research, loan correspondence, publication research and production, website development, and public program planning.
Assists in the maintenance of the collection and loans, and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, conservation, and preparation work as required in the gallery, study and storage areas.
Functions as a liaison with outside persons and organizations, and with other departments within the Museum.
May assist in research and preparation for potential acquisitions for the collection, including biographical and bibliographical research, maintaining files, and communicating with dealers, galleries, collectors, and artists, as necessary.
Keeps informed of current activity in the area of departmental interest through gallery and museum visits, publications, etc., and makes recommendations to senior staff.
Conducts daily collection gallery inspections and daily inspection of works on view in temporary exhibitions and assists with follow‑up arrangements in the event of damage, deterioration, etc.
Answers inquiries and conducts gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc.
Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.
Requirements
Master’s degree in art history or equivalent work experience.
Expertise in early 20th century art history.
One to two years’ experience working in a museum or supporting loan exhibitions and accompanying publications.
Superior research and writing skills are essential.
Proficiency in French or another relevant language other than English.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Familiarity with The Museum System (TMS) is helpful.
Reports to:
The Marie‑Josée and Henry Kravis Chief Curator of Painting and Sculpture
Salary:
$71,979 (gross) per annum
Application instructions:
To apply, please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. Curatorial writing samples are also encouraged.
Application deadline:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a deadline of January 11, 2026, after which the job posting will be closed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement:
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the Museum, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, or any other protected category as established by applicable law, including the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”).
Union:
This is a unionized position at MoMA with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL‑CIO.
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Responsibilities
Assists senior curators with all aspects of research, planning, organization, and realization of upcoming exhibitions.
Writes, edits, and assists in the production of Museum publications and exhibition‑related materials, including wall texts and extended object labels.
Researches and catalogs the Museum collection and archives as they relate to the exhibition project; answers related inquiries.
Performs exhibition support functions, including bibliographic and checklist research, loan correspondence, publication research and production, website development, and public program planning.
Assists in the maintenance of the collection and loans, and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, conservation, and preparation work as required in the gallery, study and storage areas.
Functions as a liaison with outside persons and organizations, and with other departments within the Museum.
May assist in research and preparation for potential acquisitions for the collection, including biographical and bibliographical research, maintaining files, and communicating with dealers, galleries, collectors, and artists, as necessary.
Keeps informed of current activity in the area of departmental interest through gallery and museum visits, publications, etc., and makes recommendations to senior staff.
Conducts daily collection gallery inspections and daily inspection of works on view in temporary exhibitions and assists with follow‑up arrangements in the event of damage, deterioration, etc.
Answers inquiries and conducts gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc.
Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.
Requirements
Master’s degree in art history or equivalent work experience.
Expertise in early 20th century art history.
One to two years’ experience working in a museum or supporting loan exhibitions and accompanying publications.
Superior research and writing skills are essential.
Proficiency in French or another relevant language other than English.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Familiarity with The Museum System (TMS) is helpful.
Reports to:
The Marie‑Josée and Henry Kravis Chief Curator of Painting and Sculpture
Salary:
$71,979 (gross) per annum
Application instructions:
To apply, please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. Curatorial writing samples are also encouraged.
Application deadline:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a deadline of January 11, 2026, after which the job posting will be closed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement:
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the Museum, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, or any other protected category as established by applicable law, including the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”).
Union:
This is a unionized position at MoMA with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL‑CIO.
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