Curator of Native American Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art seeks a Curator of Native American Art to oversee the museum's collection of Native North American art, plan exhibitions and programs, and engage with Indigenous communities. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Native American art, proven research and curatorial skills, and a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration.

Requirements

• MA in History of Art, Visual Studies, Cultural Anthropology, or Cultural History, required
• 10 years of relevant work with historical Native North American collections in museum or academic setting, preferred
• Expertise in broad spectrum of historical and contemporary Native arts
• Demonstrated achievement in current curatorial practice
• Scholarly contributions to field of Native arts through original research and critical inquiry

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan
• Considerable paid time off
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account
• Commuter benefits
• Free financial-planning services
• Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
• 25% discount for staff in Museum shops
• A subsidized staff cafeteria
• Access to the Museums Council pass