This full-time position (1 year end-dated position) has been conceived to provide professional development for an African art specialist seeking a curatorial career.  It will provide critical research support for exhibition, installation didactics, in-gallery video, digital content for the re-envisioned Africa galleries. The Senior Research Associate will work with the curatorial team with colleagues in the Design, Digital,  and Education to develop the new content.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and Skills:

• Related curatorial experience required
• Strong research skills with proven follow-through
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to exercise initiative

Knowledge and Education:

• Advanced degree in African Art History, African History, Anthropology, Archaeology, or Africana studies required
• Knowledge of art history required
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
• Good working knowledge of French language preferred

Closing Date: 13 July 2021