Canal Projects Curatorial Fellowship

Guggenheim New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum invites applications for a one-year Curatorial Fellowship, supported by Canal Projects. The Fellow will assist senior curatorial staff in research, publications, acquisitions, and public and digital programs, with involvement in the Asian Art Initiative.

Rooted in mentorship and cultural stewardship, the program offers exposure to global curatorial practices and international travel opportunities as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or PhD candidate in Art History.
• Previous museum curatorial experience is preferred.
• Background in modern and contemporary art with global art history expertise.
• Knowledge of contemporary Asian artists and Asian diasporic practices a plus.
• Computer skills and advanced proficiency with collection management databases (TMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Foreign language skills are a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the curatorial department’s exhibition program, including research, checklists, data management, catalog preparations, interpretive materials, fundraising, and public programs.
• Support curator(s) in acquisitions process for the Asian Art Circle, including research, reports, and coordination with galleries, artists, and donors.
• Support preparation and implementation of AAC meetings and cultivation events, including international travel as needed.
• Provide support for ongoing curatorial activities relating to the Asian Art Initiative and other projects.
• Assist in developing and updating curatorial content for the museum’s website and digital platforms.
• Participate in department and museum-wide special projects.
• Work with curatorial interns as assigned.

Skills

Museum curatorial experience

Global art history

Asian art knowledge

Data management

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Master’s Degree or PhD candidate in Art History

Tools

The Museum System (TMS)

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

SharePoint

Word

Excel

Job description

We are Guggenheim, a global constellation of museums unlike any other in the world. Four museums on three continents, united by the power of groundbreaking art to connect us to ourselves and to each other. Since our founding in 1937, the Guggenheim has introduced, celebrated and brought to the public the newest voices and visions in modern and contemporary art. When Solomon R. Guggenheim and Hilla Rebay set out to share the joy they first experienced in discovering experimental art, they initiated the creative risk‑taking that is today synonymous with “Guggenheim” throughout the world. Across the globe, each Guggenheim stands not just as a backdrop for visionary art but as masterpieces in and of themselves to experience.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is pleased to offer a one-year curatorial fellowship, generously made possible by Canal Projects. The Canal Projects Curatorial Fellow will assist senior curatorial staff in all activities pertaining to the Guggenheim’s curatorial program, including work in support of research, exhibitions, publications, acquisitions, public and digital programs, and other general curatorial functions. Working under the guidance of the Curator, Asian Art Initiative and Head, Global Exhibitions Initiative, the Curatorial Fellow will also participate in the ongoing activities of the Asian Art Initiative.

Rooted in shared values of cultural stewardship and mentorship for art professionals, the fellowship reflects the Guggenheim’s and Canal Projects’ commitment to furthering the future of art through research, education, and public engagement.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree or PhD candidate in Art History
• Previous museum curatorial experience is preferred
• Background in modern and contemporary art with demonstrated expertise in global art history preferred
• Knowledge of contemporary Asian artists and Asian diasporic practices a plus
• Computer skills and advanced proficiency with database software including collection management databases (The Museum System (TMS)) and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Word, and Excel)
• Foreign language skills are a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in the curatorial department’s exhibition program, as assigned and required, including research, checklists, data management, catalog preparations, interpretive materials, fundraising, and public programs
• Support curator(s) in all aspects of the acquisitions process of the Asian Art Circle (AAC), including conducting preliminary research, writing scholarly curatorial reports on artists and works, preparing presentations for acquisition committee meetings, tracking paperwork and relevant correspondence with galleries, artists, and donors, and general follow‑through on acquisition intake as needed.
• Support preparation and implementation of Asian Art Circle meetings and cultivation events, including possible international travel for AAC meetings as necessary
• Provide support for ongoing and new curatorial activities relating to the Asian Art Initiative and other contemporary art projects
• Assist in the development and updating of curatorial and research‑based content for the museum’s website and digital platforms, ensuring accuracy and a balance of scholarly rigor and accessibility.
• Participate in departmental and museum‑wide special projects
• Work with curatorial interns as assigned

WORK DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to travel within the metropolitan area as required to perform the above duties at any of the Guggenheim’s owned or leased properties
• Ability to travel internationally to support project curator(s), as needed
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays on occasion.

EDUCATION:

• Master’s Degree or PhD candidate in Art History

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

N/A

REPORTS TO:

Curator, Asian Art Initiative and Head, Global Exhibitions Initiative

WORK SCHEDULE:

Hybrid eligible, and hours vary based on position. This is a one‑year fixed‑term position, starting as soon as possible.

POSITION TYPE:

Full‑time, Exempt, This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 2110 UAW.

SALARY RANGE:

$65,775.80 - $68,000 Annually

The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution. We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience. The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.