The Metropolitan Museum of Art seekes Associate Curator

The Metropolitan Museum of Art seeks an Associate Curator who will be required to be a specialist in twentieth- and twenty-first century art of the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey. S/he will be responsible for all curatorial duties, including researching, studying, and publishing works in the collection in her/his area of expertise, recommending acquisitions, proposing future exhibitions and publications for the Metropolitan Museum and the Breuer project. Primary responsibilities and duties: Lead scholarly research on and interpretation of objects under her/his curatorial responsibility; Participate in departmental assessment and acquisition initiatives; Plan, research and execute exhibitions in cooperation with colleagues in the department and across the museum; Propose and contribute to Museum publications, including catalogue essays and entries, as well as other printed and online texts; Answer correspondence relating to the Collection in her/his field of expertise; assist the public and visiting scholars; Contribute to the Museum's public and educational programs (Learning, Volunteers, Digital Media, etc.); Foster and maintain excellent working relationships with donors, patrons, collectors, dealers, colleagues from other international institutions, and the scholarly community; Assist with departmental fundraising as appropriate; Assist with programs for departmental friends groups, The Modern Circle and Visiting Committee; Other related duties. Requirements and qualifications: Experience and skills: Minimum eight years of experience in a museum or academic institution; Demonstrated scholarly achievement including evidence of original research; Proven experience initiating and executing major loan exhibitions; Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with colleagues across the museum and externally with artists, academics and scholars, donors, and the general public; Ability to create and maintain precise records; Demonstrated commitment to broad international engagement and learning; Demonstrated engagement with artistic practice across the world. Knowledge and education: PhD (or equivalent) in history of art; Deep expertise in twentieth- and twenty-first century art of the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey required; Excellent written and spoken English; Fluency in a second language preferred. Application deadline: September 12, 6pm The Associate Curator, Middle East, North Africa and Turkey, is a full-time position and includes full benefits. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Send cover letter, indicating position of interest, resume, and salary history to: careers@metmuseum.org as a Word attachment only with "Associate Curator/Middle East, North Africa & Turkey" in the subject line. The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 5th Ave New York, NY 10028 www.metmuseum.org