Assistant Curator Job at Boca Raton Museum of Art

Artinfoland; Boca Raton (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for public programming and engagement

Collaboration with multiple departments

Access to museum collections

Job summary

Artinfoland is looking for an Assistant Curator for the Boca Raton Museum of Art. This full-time position supports exhibition programs and collection development while providing opportunities for independent curation and programming. The ideal candidate will manage logistics, engage with the community, and contribute to scholarly research initiatives.

The successful applicant should possess strong research and communication skills, an advanced degree in a relevant field, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role. This position will emphasize hybrid curatorial practices and public engagement.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in an art institution or equivalent practice.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with public outreach or social media communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate exhibitions and manage logistics.
• Write descriptions and interpretive content for collections.
• Develop social media content strategies.

Skills

Research skills

Strong communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Advanced degree in Art History or Museum Studies

Tools

Collection management systems

Adobe Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Curator Job at Boca Raton Museum of Art

Boca Raton Museum of Art is a major cultural institution based in South Florida, operating as a public-facing museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art, education, and community engagement. The museum maintains an active curatorial program that combines collection development, rotating exhibitions, and public programming. Its institutional structure includes departments such as Curatorial, Learning & Engagement, Collections, Advancement, and Communications, all working in a coordinated model to support exhibitions, acquisitions, and audience development. The museum is closely connected to the City of Boca Raton through collaborative programming and public art initiatives, reinforcing its role as both a regional cultural anchor and an internationally oriented exhibition space.

Title & Description

The Assistant Curator position is a full-time (40 hours per week) professional role within the Curatorial Department. It supports the museum’s exhibition program, collection development, research initiatives, and cross-departmental programming. Reporting directly to the Chief Curator, the role is designed for a highly skilled researcher and communicator capable of contributing to both scholarly and public-facing museum work.

The position combines curatorial authorship, project coordination, and institutional collaboration. The Assistant Curator will participate in exhibition development, contribute to collection interpretation, manage curatorial logistics, and help shape public engagement strategies. The role also includes opportunities to independently curate exhibitions, develop interpretive content, and contribute to fundraising and acquisition processes.

The Role Overview

• Working Hours: 40 hours per week, with occasional evenings and weekends
• Reporting To: Chief Curator (Curatorial Department)
• Department: Curatorial Department
• Fee / Salary: Not specified in the source text
• Institutional Context: Collaborative role within a multi-department museum structure

This is a mid-level curatorial role combining administrative responsibility, scholarly research, and public programming within a museum environment.

Position & Tasks

Exhibitions

• Coordinate “Art on BRiC Walls” annual juried exhibition with the City of Boca Raton
• Assist with research for internally developed exhibitions
• Support logistics and project management for exhibitions (internal and external)
• Curate original exhibitions and installations (level of autonomy varies by experience)
• Collaborate on digital exhibition content for Bloomberg Connects
• Contribute to youth and adult exhibition programming with Learning & Engagement team
• Deliver docent training for internally curated exhibitions
• Participate in public programs such as “Art in Focus” talks

Collections

• Write object labels, descriptions, and interpretive content
• Support collection database management and archival organization
• Conduct research on potential acquisitions and donations
• Present findings in internal collection review meetings
• Participate in gallery/studio visits and Collections Committee meetings
• Assist in grant writing under the supervision of Chief Curator
• Build relationships with artists, stakeholders, and museum members
• Support Advancement Department initiatives

Outreach & Communications

• Develop “Work of the Week” collection highlights
• Coordinate with Social Media team for exhibition content strategy
• Promote exhibitions to stakeholders and community groups
• Support public communication of collection and exhibition activities

General Duties

• Attend museum events and institutional functions
• Respond to internal and external inquiries
• Perform additional assigned responsibilities

Categories

• Curatorial Practice
• Contemporary Art
• Art History
• Exhibition Making
• Collection Management
• Cultural Programming
• Arts Administration
• Open to candidates with international or national backgrounds (no geographic restriction stated)
• Advanced degree in Art History, Museum Studies, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an art institution or equivalent professional practice
• Strong research and writing capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced institutional environment
• Strong communication, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends when required

Preferred but not mandatory:

• Experience with collection management systems
• Familiarity with Adobe and Microsoft tools
• Experience in public outreach or social media communication
• Full-time institutional employment within a major museum
• Opportunity to curate exhibitions independently and collaboratively
• Direct access to museum collections and acquisition processes
• Professional exposure to grant writing and fundraising operations
• Participation in public programming and educational initiatives
• Cross-departmental collaboration (curatorial, education, communications, advancement)

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: Open until filled (rolling selection process)

Location

This position emphasizes a hybrid curatorial model where scholarly research intersects with public engagement and institutional strategy. The Assistant Curator is expected to operate across multiple domains, including exhibition development, digital interpretation, and community outreach. The role requires both intellectual rigor and operational flexibility, making it suitable for candidates seeking advancement in museum curatorship or cultural leadership.

A distinctive aspect of the position is its integration into both physical and digital programming ecosystems, including Bloomberg Connects digital content production and active social media engagement. The museum prioritizes candidates capable of translating complex art historical concepts into accessible public narratives while maintaining academic depth.