Develop and manage exhibitions, including conceiving, planning
and organizing, permanent collection displays and temporary
exhibitions
Support collections stewardship and museum operations,
including maintaining curatorial records, contributing to
collections management practices, and collaborating with staff on
collection care, loans, and exhibition logistics
Provide guidance and oversight for museum programs and staff,
including collaborating with and providing direction related to
collections, exhibitions, and research activities involving museum
staff, interns, and graduate assistants
Advance teaching and student engagement, including partnering
with faculty to incorporate museum collections into coursework,
facilitating object-based learning experiences, and participating
in class visits, lectures, and educational activities
Promote pbulic engagement and professional outreach, including
supporting educational programming, training volunteer docents,
participating in cummunity engagement initiatives, and representing
the museum through professional activities and scholarly
engagement
Why Join the Museum of Art and Archaeology?
The Museum of Art and Archaeology is an integral part of the
University of Missouri's teaching research, and engagement mission.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
- Work with significant art and archaeological collections
- Collaborate with faculty and students across disciplines
- Contribute to original exhibitions and scholarships
- Engage stakeholders through innovative educational and public
programs
- Support a museum dedicated to making collections accessible and
meaningful to campus and community audiences
Shift
This is a full-time position with hours generally Monday to Friday,
8am - 5pm. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of
renewal.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in a related/relevant area or an equivalent
combination of education and experience, and at least 4 years of
experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be
acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or Ph.D in Art History, Archaeology, Museum
Studies, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience conducting original collections-based
research
- Experience curating museum exhibitions from conception through
installation
- Experience with collections management practices, museum
documentation systems, and collections stewardship
- Experience supervising staff, students, interns, volunteers, or
project teams
- Experience teaching, guest lecturing, leading object-based
learning sessions, or developing museum education programs
- Demonstrated record of scholarly publication, presentation, or
professional engagement within the museum field
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary: $57,000 - $63,000/year
Grade: GGS - 010
University Title: Collections Curator
Internal applicants can determine their university title by
accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Other Information
Please note: This is an in-person role located on the University of
Missouri - Columbia campus. Candidates must be residents of the
state of Missouri or willing to relocate prior to the hire
date.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and
a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.
Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its
location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and
travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia
is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple
hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone
County’s largest population center offering big-city culture,
activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is
home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts
more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your
career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,
Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University
benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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