Buchanon Curatorial Assistant

University of Lethbridge; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buchanon Curatorial Assistant to enhance the accessibility of its art collection. This role involves engaging with the Gallery's TMS Collections database, documenting artwork, and assisting in curatorial projects. The successful candidate will be immersed in a vibrant academic environment, contributing to exhibitions and research proposals. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, this position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a renowned art collection while gaining valuable experience in the art and museum field. If you're passionate about art and education, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary undergraduate with coursework in relevant research areas.
• Familiarity with Blackfoot knowledge and archival research experience.

Responsibilities

• Become proficient in the use of the Gallery’s TMS Collections database.
• Assist with the installation of exhibitions within the Art Gallery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Archival research experience

Strong relationship building skills

Ability to work independently

Familiarity with Blackfoot knowledge & protocols

Education

Post-secondary undergraduate

Coursework in Art History

Coursework in Museum Studies

Coursework in History

Coursework in Archaeology

Coursework in Anthropology

Coursework in Cultural Studies

Coursework in Indigenous Studies

Tools

TMS Collections database

Job description

It’s your time to shine!
Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn.

We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

The Buchanon Curatorial Assistant ( BCA ) reports directly to Director/Curator Josephine Mills. The BCA will work on several Gallery research and collections projects focused on expanding the University of Lethbridge Buchanon Collection and accessibility to that content. Over the 2025 term, the BCA will engage in some, or all, of the tasks listed below:

Detailed Duties & Responsibilities

• Become proficient in the use of the Gallery’s TMS Collections database.
• Become familiar with the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery’s Buchanon Collection of artworks and Artist Files, including 2D and 3D works; fabric pieces; and pieces requiring documentation.
• Become proficient with the University of Lethbridge Art Gallery practices and procedures for handling artworks.
• Document artwork into the TMS database through condition reporting and or photography.
• Develop a research proposal for possible curatorial themes associated with the Buchanon collection that may be used to curate an exhibition in one of the University of Lethbridge Gallery spaces in 2025 or 2026.
• Assist Gallery Staff with the installation of exhibitions within the Art Gallery.
• Attend regular Gallery Staff and Collections meetings.
• Assist with the Gallery Programs Coordinator and assist with the gallery Public Programs as required.
• Other duties.

Any projects and tasks on any given day or week will be contingent upon campus access restrictions, level of training and availability of co-workers.

Salary:
$23.96 per hour.

Position Qualifications

The successful candidate will be a post-secondary undergraduate, with coursework in relevant research areas, including: Art History, Museum Studies, History, Archaeology, Anthropology, Cultural studies and/or Indigenous Studies.

The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate:

• Familiarity with Blackfoot knowledge & protocols.
• Archival research experience.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Ability to work independently.

A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required.

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Campus

Campus Lethbridge

Employment Group

Employment Group Other

Position Category

Position Category Other

Open Date

Open Date 04/17/2025

Close Date

Close Date 04/30/2025

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 05/20/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 03/31/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Equity

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

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