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Site Gallery in Sheffield is an essential part of the UK’s contemporary arts infrastructure, and has always sought to be at the cutting edge. Through skilful and imaginative curation, productive relationships and the creative use of limited resources it has forged an international reputation.

Site seeks a visionary leader who can build on the gallery’s distinctive artistic identity, establish a vibrant public engagement programme, and develop a sustainable business model. If you have strong curatorial flair and can articulate an artistic vision, possess demonstrable entrepreneurial skills and know how to engage audiences, then we would like to hear from you.

For more information about the post, visit our micro-site www.leadthesite.co.uk or www.artsintelligence.co.uk

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact Arts Intelligence and speak to Pam Henderson on 01223 200200 or 07814 970154

Salary: £35,000 - £41,000
Closing date for applications: 1st October
Selection day: Sheffield, 19th October

Site Gallery strives to be an equal opportunities employer

The Henry Moore Foundation seeks to appoint an Assistant Curator for their headquarters in Perry Green, home to the largest collection of Moore’s work, with over 12,000 sculptures, drawings, graphics, textiles and tapestries.

This full time position will involve assisting the Head of Collections and Exhibitions in the development of exhibitions for the Foundation’s gallery, displays of Moore’s sculpture in the grounds and maintenance of the artist’s studios. The successful candidate will research the collection and contribute text for catalogues and educational materials; administer loans to institutions worldwide, update records and courier works of art as necessary.

A degree in art history, an interest in modern sculpture and a willingness to travel are essential.

Salary £22-24,000 depending on experience.

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a sample of their writing with a covering letter and the names of three referees to: The Henry Moore Foundation, Perry Green SG10 6EE: please mark the envelope ‘Assistant Curator’ or by email to pru -at- henry-moore.org.

Closing date 9am Monday 19 July.

Interviews Thursday 5 August.

Art on the Underground provides a world-class programme of contemporary art that enriches the Tube environment and our customers’ journey experience; and continues the long-standing tradition that excellent art and design is at the core of London Underground's identity and services.

The role

This is an opportunity for a dynamic curator to join the team to devise and produce high quality commissions and exhibitions. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of the contemporary programme and its online presence. You will implement planned projects and devise and deliver new projects and liaise with stakeholders to ensure strategic objectives are met. You will be the main point of contact between the London Underground, Transport for London and artistic collaborators.

What you’ll need

You will have excellent curatorial and project management skills, a proven track record of delivering exhibitions and installations by high calibre artists to a range of audiences and a specific interest in a non-gallery context. You will have an excellent understanding of contemporary artistic practice, good contacts and excellent negotiations skills. You will need to budget realistically, fundraise where necessary, and write lively customer –focused copy for all publicity. Experience of managing and liaising with relevant agencies and senior management will be crucial. You will be a team player that inspires those around you.

Excellent benefits include:

- 29 days’ annual holiday plus public and bank holidays
- Final salary pension
- Free Tube travel and travel concessions including discounted Eurostar travel
- Performance Award
- Health club and gym discounts
- Private medical insurance

Please apply at tfl.gov.uk/jobs quoting reference TfL11414 in the keyword search.

Closing date: 16th July 2010

We want to be as diverse as the city we represent and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

About us
Founded in 1977, Open Eye Gallery is one of the UK’s leading spaces for photography. Following a period of closure we’re preparing to reopen early next year in new premises on Liverpool’s historic waterfront. As well as larger galleries for our cutting-edge exhibitions, we’ll have expanded engagement programmes and a dedicated space for displays from our print collection. We’re raising our ambition on every level, to share what we do with more people and to make a much bigger impact - locally, nationally and internationally.

About the role
Working closely with the Director, you will research, develop and deliver the gallery’s ambitious programme of exhibitions, commissions and public events. You will be responsible for managing the gallery spaces and print collection. As a key member of a small, senior team you’ll make a big contribution to our new strategic and creative vision. Responsibilities include fundraising and budget management, evaluation, writing and editing texts, managing exhibition installations. Salary range £23-27K, Full time, with 25 days annual leave and pension benefits.

About you
You will have substantial experience of organising exhibitions and events in a visual arts context. You will have extensive, demonstrable knowledge of contemporary photography and visual arts. You will have strong management skills and will inspire confidence and respect in colleagues at all levels. You’ll be dynamic, practical and prepared to lead from the front. You’ll have outstanding communication and negotiation skills. You’ll be a team player and a creative, collaborative worker; you’ll be tuned in to the big picture as well as the fine detail.

For further information and to download an application pack, visit our website www.openeye.org.uk.

For further information please contact Gallery Director Patrick Henry patrick -at- openeye.org.uk

Our jobs are open to all.

Closing date: Monday 19 July 2010.

Interview date: Thursday 5 August 2010.

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is seeking an Assistant Curator for the Abu Dhabi Project team. This position is responsible for assisting with the curatorial needs for the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Project. They include assisting with research and development of exhibitions for the program of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Museum, providing support on the future museum's site-specific commissioning program; conducting research and compiling materials for acquisitions for Guggenheim Abu Dhabi; managing curatorial records for exhibitions and collection artworks and artists; administration and coordination of loan requests and exhibition checklists; providing support as needed for exhibitions, museum publications and publicly accessible content in written and electronic form; acting as a curatorial ambassador for the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi project.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

There are no direct reports associated with this position.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist with the research, development and successful delivery of the exhibitions and commissioning program for Guggenheim Abu Dhabi.
- Conduct research on artists and artworks as needed for exhibitions, commissions, acquisitions and publications.
- Maintain research database on artists and works of interest for exhibitions, commissions.
- Develop and maintain curatorial object and artist file including records for exhibitions activity, correspondence with artists and their representatives, museums, galleries and collectors
- Maintain curatorial data in computerized collections management system (TMS) and initiate data entry for exhibitions.
- Assist in all aspects of the exhibitions process including administration of loan requests and negotiations; maintain planning timelines for exhibitions and liaison with exhibitions management, technical and installation teams.
- Assist in budget preparation and management for exhibitions and exhibition-related projects.
- Work with Curator of Exhibitions, Associate Curator for Collections and Exhibitions, Curatorial Assistant and Researcher and other members of the broader Curatorial team, in the preparation of acquisition proposals and acquisition meetings including compiling of dossiers and writing texts on artists and works.
- Participate in regular Guggenheim Abu Dhabi curatorial meetings and Guggenheim departmental meetings.
- Assist the Exhibitions Curator in the preparation of PowerPoint presentations for curatorial, scholarly and external stakeholder meetings.
- Liaise with Education teams on public programs and interpretation materials.
- Assist with preparation and management of catalogue production.
- Compile exhibition catalogue bibliographies and chronologies as directed on a project-by-project basis.
- Work with Publications department to assemble images and texts, and confirm reproduction and copyright permissions for all published material.
- Write short texts on artworks for exhibition wall texts, catalogue entries, and other print and electronic media as called upon.
- Confirm label copy for all works for exhibitions, loans, publications, and educational materials.
- Respond to internal requests for information about exhibitions and commissions.
- General fact checking for the Development department and the Media and Public Relations Department.
- Assist in the supervision of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi project interns
- Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

- M.A. in Art History or the equivalent (defined as at least 3 years prior museum work experience). Majors in other relevant disciplines will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Background in modern and contemporary art with an interest in art from the Middle East
- Previous experience of working in a curatorial department.
- Interest and ability in curatorial research.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Professional demeanor and diplomatic approach.
- Ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of internal and external individuals, including artists, galleries, donors, and colleagues in the museum field.
- Proficiency in Arabic and one European language desired.
- Knowledge of computer databases and MS Office software
- Writing sample to be provided upon request.

The Guggenheim offers a competitive salary and excellent medical, dental, life insurance, disability and pension plan coverage. Our staff also enjoys generous vacation, sick leave and personal days, access to a variety of cultural institutions, discounts to museum stores and a stimulating and collegial work environment.

Qualified applicants please send your resume and cover letter, including salary expectations, to employment -at- guggenheim.org. Indicate the job title “Assistant Curator, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Project” in the subject line. Only those applicants who meet our requirements for this position will be contacted.

Contextual information:
The new Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will be located in the Cultural District of Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Designed by internationally renowned architect Frank Gehry, the 450,000-square-foot museum will house its own major modern and contemporary art collection and present special exhibitions that will include works from the Guggenheim Foundation’s extensive collection. The museum, the largest Guggenheim in the world, will have global art, exhibitions, and education programs with particular focus on Middle Eastern contemporary art. The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi joins other leading international cultural institutions in the unprecedented creation of a vibrant cultural destination for visitors from around the world.

Suzanne Cotter, Curator of Exhibitions, Abu Dhabi Project, and Reem Fadda, Associate Curator for Middle Eastern Art, Abu Dhabi Project, will join members of the Abu Dhabi Project team to develop future exhibition programming for the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and to advise on the creation of its art collection focused on international postwar art.

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey in Summit, the state's pre-eminent Studio School and center for the exhibition of contemporary art seeks a Curator of Contemporary Art, one of four senior managers reporting to the Executive Director. The Curator's primary responsibility is to provide leadership and vision for the Art Center's continued curatorial excellence. Specifically, the curator will develop innovative and diverse thematic and solo scholarly exhibitions for this non-collecting institution that will engage existing and new audiences. The Curator will collaborate with the Director of Programs to integrate exhibitions with education programs and activities in order to fulfill the Art Center's mission of "Bringing Art and People Together." The Curator will be responsible for implementing curatorial policies, preparing and overseeing the exhibition budgets and, with the assistance of the Exhibitions Coordinator, managing all day-to-day activities of the department.

The successful candidate will hold an MA in art history or related field, a minimum of 3-5 years curatorial experience engaged in the field of contemporary art, demonstrated research and writing skills and a record of publications. In addition, candidates must have gallery presentation experience and excellent speaking skills.

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Send cover letter, vitae, curatorial record, list of 3 references and examples of critical writings on contemporary art or related topics to: Executive Director, Visual Arts Center of NJ, 68 Elm Street, Summit, NJ 07901 USA or marion -at- artcenternj.org.

No phone calls.

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (New York, USA) is seeking a Curatorial Assistant for Collections.

This position is responsible for assisting with various curatorial needs for the Guggenheim’s permanent collection, including facilitating and processing new acquisitions, managing curatorial paper and electronic records for collection artworks and artists, responding to various internal and external queries about artworks in the collection, and providing support as needed for collection exhibitions, outgoing loans, and museum publications, including the Guggenheim’s Web site.

For more information, please visit the jobs section of the Guggenheim's website.

This city wide celebration of Irish and International art is intended to shine a light on Ireland as a cultural centre, attracting large numbers of domestic and international visitors over its twelve week programme.

Championed by the Department of Tourism, Culture and Sport with the support of artistic organisations throughout the city, major tourism and cultural agencies and educational partners, Dublin Contemporary will be the most exciting and dynamic cultural event ever seen on the island.

We are looking to fill a number of key positions for Dublin Contemporary; vibrant individuals with expertise and passion who will play a part in making Dublin Contemporary an exceptional experience for all.

Associate Curators:

The curatorial team for Dublin Contemporary will comprise of the Artistic Director, Project Curator and two experienced Associate Curators. Reporting to the Artistic Director, the right candidates will research and deliver the artistic programme and the publications, seminars, talks and discussions associated with it.

The associate curators will work with the project curator to ensure the timely and successful implementation of all aspects of the artists’ projects and installation of works. By necessity, the associate curators will work closely with production, technical, and where appropriate marketing and promotions.

Financial management and a keen knowledge of project delivery is essential, as is a comprehensive understanding of contemporary arts practice and a dynamic approach to the requirements of an artistic event on a major scale.

Apply online via the Guardian Jobs website.

Senior Curator - firstsite

£32,000 - £35,000

Based in Colchester, firstsite is a leading visual arts organisation for the East of England, building a reputation over the last 15 years for presenting new work to new audiences through its integrated artistic, artists' support and learning programmes. In 2011 firstsite will take occupancy of its new purpose-built venue.

We are inviting applications to join our Senior Management Team to manage and drive the organisation's artistic and artists' support programme. You will be joining firstsite at an exciting time, as the new building nears completion, and will play a major role in developing its ambitious programme, partnerships, and local and international profile. You will have demonstrable leadership and managerial experience within a curatorial context and have the ability to manage and oversee complex projects. You will possess excellent communication and administrative skills.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV and covering letter to: Recruitment @ firstsite, 4 - 6 Short Wyre Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1LN

Closing Date: Friday 9 July 2010

Registered charity no 1031800

For further information please visit: http://www.firstsite.uk.net

The City of Peterborough is currently seeking: Art Gallery Curator
Community Services Department/Art Gallery of Peterborough

The Art Gallery of Peterborough seeks a Curator with experience in exhibition development, collection management, publication history and a strong commitment to community. Reporting to the Director, the Curator is responsible for the research, planning, administration and interpretation of the exhibition program and the permanent collection within the context of the gallery mandate. The successful candidate possesses a thorough knowledge of contemporary art practice, as well as familiarity with curatorial, education, and museum practices. They will supervise education program staff, volunteers and interns to ensure the Art Gallery services are provided effectively and efficiently. The successful candidate will also coordinate the City's Public Art Program in partnership with the City's Arts, Culture and Heritage Division. The City of Peterborough is a diversified and active community with a population of approximately 75,000 people, offers excellent opportunities for growth, as well as higher learning at Trent University and Fleming College.

Qualifications:

- A Masters degree in Visual Art or Art History or equivalent
- A minimum two (2) years curatorial experience. Previous supervisory experience an asset.
- Must be current with the broader trends, issues and concerns within the arts community and engaged in the development of related programs and special events.
- Experienced in managing acquisitions, a Permanent Collection and familiarity with collection software is essential.
- Experienced with Public Art policy and practices.
- Excellent leadership and team building skills; the ability to effectively coach, motivate, and coordinate the work of others
- The ability to support and facilitate positive work relationships; good public and employee relation skills with a focus on customer service and continuous improvement.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- A respect for the diversity of opinions, perspective and ideas; and be comfortable with changing priorities and demands.

This is permanent full-time position (35 hours/week) with a salary range of $64,594 - $70,593

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a résumé and cover letter, quoting file number no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 7, 2010, to: City of Peterborough, Human Resources Division, City Hall, 500 George Street North, Peterborough, Ontario K9H 3R9 Canada. Fax: (705) 742-7021.

The Art Gallery of Peterborough, incorporated in 1974, is a non-profit public gallery dedicated to exhibiting and collecting visual works of art. Information about artists and exhibitions is offered through educational programmes and publications. Funds generated from memberships, private and corporate sources, government grants and volunteer hours sustain all art gallery activities.
Our goal is to present contemporary visual art by artists from the immediate area, region and nation. Some historical and international work is also shown. The exhibitions are augmented with programmes of films, lectures, workshops, art history studies, extended labels and publications. We make curatorial choices in selecting the work for each particular exhibition whether it is featured in the main gallery or in the smaller exhibition areas. For more information, please visit www.agp.on.ca, www.peterborough.ca/jobs

The personal information submitted for employment is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Director/Curator, Dunlop Art Gallery

Reporting to the Library Director, and as a member of the management team, the Director/Curator, Dunlop Art Gallery (DAG) is responsible for the overall operations of the gallery and for the creative management of this unit within the mandate and policies approved by the Regina Public Library Board. The position’s areas of responsibility include exhibitions, public programs and education (such as lectures, workshops and film presentations), touring exhibitions, promotion and collection management of the RPL permanent collection, DAG Art Rental Collection and DAG Research Centre.

Located within the Regina Public Library, the Dunlop Art Gallery presents a wide and varied program which includes exhibitions, residencies, interpretive programs, community collaborations and scholarly publications. The DAG exhibits in two gallery spaces in two locations and actively participates with the vibrant and engaged Regina arts community.

More than half of the gallery’s programming is curated by the Dunlop staff. The DAG also includes a bibliographic resource centre, an art rental service and a permanent collection representing Saskatchewan Artists. More information about the Dunlop can be found at www.dunlopartgallery.org.

This position requires a Master of Fine Arts degree from an accredited university program, or the equivalent combination of arts education and experience, and formal training in arts/culture management, as well as five to seven years of progressive experience in the field of arts management, preferably in gallery administration, and experience in the fields of Visual Arts, Art History, Communication Studies, Cultural Studies, Studio Art or a related discipline.

Salary is negotiable based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. The Library does offer a highly competitive salary starting in the mid to high seventies.

Regina is a dynamic, progressive community, with a strong, diversified economy and a quality of life that is exceptional. It’s a city with a population of approximately 200,000 that celebrates its cultural diversity and is known for its generous, friendly people. Where else in Canada can you enjoy top-notch big city attractions while taking only 20 minutes to get from one end of the city to another?

Review of applications will begin on June 29, 2010. Please forward résumé and cover letter to:
Human Resources
Regina Public Library, P.O. Box 2311
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 3Z5
Fax: 949-7273
Email: resumes -at- reginalibrary.ca

A job description and additional information about the position is available in the careers section of the RPL Web site at: http://www.reginalibrary.ca/about/jobs.html

The aim of Tate is to increase public awareness, understanding and appreciation of British art from the 16th century to the present day, and of international modern and contemporary art.

Tate Britain’s Curatorial Department is responsible for building Tate’s British Collections and developing an exemplary programme of changing displays and exhibitions which embodies Tate Britain’s role as the world centre for British art from 1500 to the present day.

With proven work experience in a relevant field, a degree in a relevant subject and a broad knowledge of nineteenth, twentieth century and contemporary art, this is an excellent opportunity for you to join us in contributing to the management of exhibitions and displays projects.

As Assistant Curator your main responsibility will be to co-ordinate the delivery of major exhibitions and displays at Tate Britain, using your excellent administrative and organisational skills to communicate effectively between departments ensuring projects are delivered successfully, on time and to budget. As well as managing loan requests and providing research for the larger exhibitions, your role will be to maintain documentation and administration, liaising between many different colleagues and contractors. Your ability to build effective working relationships will make you a valuable team member.

Contact details/How to apply:

For further information and to download an application pack, please visit www.tate.org.uk Closing date: 28 June 2010.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY (VANCOUVER)

The Board of Directors of the Contemporary Art Gallery is seeking an Executive Director to lead and manage the internationally acclaimed, Vancouver based, Contemporary Art Gallery. The new Executive Director will steer the Gallery into the next phase of its now-40-year history of engagement with international and local art practices and communities.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for setting the overall artistic vision for the Gallery; for guiding and implementing its strategic plans; for representing the Gallery to the public, funders and other stakeholders; and for planning and overseeing the Gallery's operations, which are currently executed by a team of 7 employees.

Housed in a street-level, purpose-built facility and uniquely positioned as the only independent public art gallery in downtown Vancouver, the Contemporary Art Gallery strives to be deeply connected to its place and time while delivering programs that explore the fluid transformations of artistic practices as they are shaped by social forces. The ideal candidate will have an inspiring curatorial vision that fosters connections with international and diverse local communities. S/he will equally be capable of strategically orienting the Gallery's approach to ongoing fundraising needs, as well as managing the Gallery's outreach and operational requirements.

For more information and to receive a Candidate Briefing document by email, please contact resumes -at- watsoninc.ca. Information about the Gallery is also available at www.contemporaryartgallery.ca. Review of applications will begin on Monday, 31 May 2010

Cambridge Galleries seek a dynamic individual to join their team as Curator for an ongoing program of exhibitions in two gallery spaces within the City of Cambridge: at the main gallery, 1 North Square, and their Preston gallery, 432 King Street East.

Reporting to the Director, this curatorial position is responsible for the production of exhibitions from concept through to realization, including research, planning, organization, set-up coordination and interpretation; budget preparation and management.

The Curator must be familiar with local, provincial and national visual arts communities; have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team oriented environment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of the theoretical, historical and intellectual contexts of contemporary art practices and an ability to communicate this knowledge to both specialized and general audiences.

Applicants require a fine art degree and 3 to 5 years experience in a public art gallery, preferably in contemporary curatorial work.

CONTACT:
Mary Misner, Director
Cambridge Galleries
1 North Square
Cambridge ON N1S 2K6
www.cambridgegalleries.ca

Please send a personalized cover letter and curriculum vitae by May 25, 2010.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - SENIOR CURATOR PROGRAMMES The Power Plant

The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery in Toronto is seeking a Senior Curator. Applications (resume and letter of interest) must be received by May 25, 2010.

The Power Plant at Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, is Canada’s leading public gallery devoted exclusively to the art of our time and is a high profile centre for contemporary art in North America. Over the past 23 years, it has forged an enviable reputation for presenting influential exhibitions, superior catalogues and editions, and challenging projects, public programmes and special events.

An employment opportunity exists in The Power Plant for a Senior Curator Programmes. Reporting to the Director, this position is responsible for implementing art and audience development programmes for The Power Plant, including exhibitions, publications, public projects and audience engagement and education programmes. As part of the management team, the incumbent will also participate in business and strategic planning for The Power Plant.

The Senior Curator will contribute to the research, development and presentation of new exhibitions and projects that interpret the response of artists to developments in contemporary culture and that respond to the global flow of information, emerging discourses, new artists, new geographies, new media and changing contexts that underpin developments in contemporary art. He/she will also implement a programme aimed at engaging new and diverse audiences for The Power Plant, through a dynamic mix of exhibition, education, interpretation, visitor support and community programmes that develop audience understanding of contemporary art and awareness of its significance as a vital social and cultural force.

The ideal candidate will hold a post graduate qualification in Art History, Fine Arts, Art Education or a related discipline and have a minimum of 5 years programming and management experience in a contemporary art organization. Proven experience in the organization of contemporary art projects and interpretive programmes and exceptional knowledge of the international contexts for contemporary art is a must, as is proven fundraising and budget management experience. He/she must have exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to develop effective partnerships as well as to persuade and negotiate.

DEADLINE for application: MAY 25, 2010

Qualified applicants please send your resume quoting Job Ref.#10F12-AKI to:
Human Resources, 235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
Fax (416) 973-1003
E-mail: jobs -at- harbourfrontcentre.com

Harbourfront Centre is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

For more information on the gallery please visit http://www.thepowerplant.org

Location:
231 Queens Quay West
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 2G8 CANADA
Tel: (416) 973-4949
Fax: 416) 973-4933