The J.J Medveckis Curator of Arms & Armor

The J.J Medveckis Curator of Arms & Armor will be responsible for the care, utilization, and development of the Museum's renowned holdings of European arms and armor from 1300 to 1800. The curator will research, develop, display, and interpret a collection of over 1,300 objects, including complete suits of armor, equestrian equipment, shields, helmets, and weapons. The curator will also be responsible for organizing and coordinating special exhibitions, developing and producing interpretive materials, and identifying and recommending works of art for acquisition.

Requirements

• Master's degree (Ph.D. preferred but not required)
• Minimum of seven years of cumulative curatorial and/or field-related experience
• Experience in developing exhibitions or installations that have made a lasting contribution to the field and have generated national and international recognition
• Excellence in writing and a regular record of scholarly publications in journals, edited volumes, and exhibition catalogues

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
• Health savings or flexible spending account program
• Retirement savings program with museum match
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays
• Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
• Discounted guest tickets for admission
• Discounts on gift memberships
• Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
• Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores