"Archaeology Center - Academic Curator, Academic Program Professional (APP 2) Position - Hybrid Opportunity"

Archaeology Center - Academic Curator, Academic Program Professional (APP 2) Position - Hybrid Opportunity

The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 24 departments and 24 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university's largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day.

Department/Program Description:

The Stanford Archaeology Center is an inter-disciplinary hub focused on innovative research and education in archaeology and heritage. As a separate inter-disciplinary and inter-departmental program, we value the way that the Center has the independence to bring together diverse interests across the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities.

The Stanford University Archaeology Collections (SUAC) is a museum-style collection of over 100,000 archaeological, ethnographic, and contemporary folk art objects from around the world. The collection's origins predate the university itself, reflecting cultural encounters and broad intellectual trends from the mid-19th century to the present day. SUAC is a privileged steward of diverse cultural legacies, and recognizes its special responsibilities to the local Muwekma Ohlone tribe and to other Indigenous peoples and people of color communities, both locally and around the world, whose heritage is represented in the collections.

Through its mission of "connections through collections," SUAC models best practices in the ethical stewardship of cultural heritage collections and celebrates the power of material culture to bring people together and inspire innovative thinking. Through exhibits (both physical and digital), stand-alone courses, pedagogical partnerships, and research programs, SUAC is an established resource for teaching, research, and public engagement on campus and beyond.

SUAC contributes to the Stanford Archaeology Center's mission to understand the past and its contribution to contemporary and future worlds, to redress the colonial foundations of archaeology through an enduring commitment to ethics and to support excellence in archaeological research and foster dynamic links between scholars in disparate fields.

Position Summary:

The Archaeology Academic Curator reports to the Director of the Stanford Archaeology Center and additionally collaborates with the SUAC Curator of Collections, the Archaeology Center Administrative Director, and SAC staff to advance and develop SUAC operations, education, research, and outreach, serving both the Stanford community and the broader public audience. The Curator supervises student interns, teaching and research assistants while structuring their contributions to SUAC's mission. The candidate should understand and work with the team to embrace the opportunities and challenges for a mid-sized museum-like collection. Ideally the candidate should also have robust professional experience in a museum setting, with a preference for 5-10 years of experience specifically in Museum Anthropology. Additionally, the candidate should have teaching and curriculum development experience.

The candidate also must be able to thrive in an academic environment, developing partnerships with Stanford faculty members and engaging students across disciplines as well as the general public. The candidate should possess demonstrable museum experience, as well as subject expertise in anthropology, archaeology, indigenous studies, or related fields. Because SUAC is located on the campus of one of the world's premier research universities, the Curator has a unique opportunity to develop diverse and innovative programs that respond to contemporary moments and also connect the past to the present.

An ideal candidate for the role will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication, ability to track and meet frequent deadlines, and reliable attention to detail. The Academic Curator must be able to manage time well, juggling many tasks at once, and enjoy liaising frequently with faculty and students. We strongly value initiative and integrity, as well as a customer service mindset when supporting our student constituents. Good professional judgment is essential, as the job entails a great deal of outward engagement with students, and the person who fills this role must be able to represent the Center well as a first point of contact for the Archaeology program.

A resume and cover letter describing your qualifications are required to be considered for this position. If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills and abilities, we encourage you to apply. Thank you for considering this employment opportunity with the Stanford Archaeology Center.

This is a 100% FTE, continuing exempt position. This position will be based on the Stanford campus and will be considered for an option of telecommuting (hybrid of working on-site and off-site one day per week), subject to operational need.

CORE DUTIES:

• Develop and manage research programs by conducting research activities, including outreach to varied stakeholders within the program, assigning resources and making program improvement recommendations that impact policies and programs.
• Identify, recommend and implement opportunities for new research.
• Source, collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function.
• Teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of courses. Develop curriculum. Develop curriculum-rating survey, detailed feedback on courses and make recommendations for preliminary overview and changes.
• Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, research grants, peer-reviewed publications, and other program activities.
• Contribute to and inform on strategic program/entity planning and related funding and financial sustainability.
• May advise students and/or coach/mentor clients.
• Develop or contribute to outreach strategy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Advanced degree may be required for some programs. For jobs with financial responsibilities, experience managing a budget and developing financial plans. Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in anthropology, archaeology, museum studies, indigenous studies, or related fields is preferred. Professional experience in a museum setting, with a preference for 5-10 years of experience specifically in Museum Anthropology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.
• Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
• Ability to oversee and direct staff.
• Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks. Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds. Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds. Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others. On-campus mobility.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May work extended hours, evenings or weekends. May travel locally. Occasional overnight travel.

The expected pay range for this position is $116,966.00 to $150,114 per annum.