American Art Curatorial Fellow — Marsden Hartley Legacy

Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Retirement contribution

Paid time off

Free parking

Library and athletic facility access

Job summary

Bates College invites applications for the Henry Luce Curatorial Fellow in American Art. This three-year position offers hands-on experience in curation, education, scholarship, and stewardship, reporting to the Director of the Bates College Museum of Art.

The Fellow will research the permanent collection, organize exhibitions, and integrate curricular initiatives with faculty and students. Primary focus includes stewarding the Marsden Hartley Memorial Collection and Legacy Project, producing

Qualifications

• MA in Art History, American Studies, or related field; Ph.D. is a plus.
• Experience in and ongoing commitment to object-based research.
• Experience working in museums or galleries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and promote the Marsden Hartley Memorial Collection and Marsden Hartley Legacy Project, building on foundation funding.
• Lead and execute advanced scholarly outputs—publications, symposia, workshops, exhibitions, artist-in-residence programs.

Skills

Object-based research

Museum experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Project management

Equity & inclusion

Education

M.A. in Art History or related field

Ph.D. a plus

Job description

Bates College invites applications for the Henry Luce Curatorial Fellow in American Art. This three-year position offers hands-on experience in curation, education, scholarship, and stewardship, reporting to the Director of the Bates College Museum of Art.

The Fellow will research the permanent collection, organize exhibitions, and integrate curricular initiatives with faculty and students. Primary focus includes stewarding the Marsden Hartley Memorial Collection and Legacy Project, producing