The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and visionary leader who is deeply committed to object-based learning, interdisciplinary engagement, and innovative interpretative strategies with original works of art. As the primary liaison between the museum and Nebraska’s faculty, staff, and students, s/he will build upon the established success of an academic engagement program that began three years ago. S/he will be responsible for initiating and sustaining broad outreach in a creative and flexible manner with university faculty from the arts, humanities, and beyond. S/he will also facilitate the creative use of Sheldon’s collections and special exhibitions, strengthen existing programs, and advance new ones to support different aspects of the university’s curricula. This may include in-gallery teaching, conceptualizing and executing curricular or co-curricular programs, and working with faculty, students, and staff strategically. As a member of the museum’s senior leadership staff and reporting to the director, the Curator of Academic Programs actively participates in shaping the future of the museum and oversees two full-time assistant curators of education.

Success in the position requires the ability to define and achieve department goals that are in line with Sheldon’s 2020-2025 strategic plan and to take ownership of projects. S/he must also demonstrate a facility for collaborating with faculty and navigating university hierarchies, while also displaying a willingness to embrace experimentation with teaching in the galleries and in planning programs.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a field of study related to the Sheldon’s collections or related to one of the University’s academic units.

• Must have five years of professional experience with increasing responsibility in a museum, academic art gallery, or similar non-profit institution focused on art, culture, and/or humanities public education and access.

• Two years of professional experience in a direct supervisory role of paid employees required.

• Must have a demonstrated project history in developing and implementing educational programs along with the knowledge of and commitment to current exhibition practices and collection stewardship policies.

• Must be familiar with curricula, protocols, and areas of study at a major research university.

• Excellent writing, communication, and public speaking skills for multiple audiences required.

• Must demonstrate the ability to promote collaborative teamwork, creativity, and open communication with diverse constituencies.

• Must have the ability to concurrently manage, delegate, and execute multiple tasks to meet firm deadlines along with the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties with only general supervision or direction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a discipline supported by the Sheldon’s collections or related to one of the University’s academic units preferred.

• A record of publication related to the candidate’s field of study and/or professional endeavors preferred.

• Familiarity with contemporary practices in K-12 museum education preferred.

• Curatorial experience preferred.

Criminal background check will be conducted. Excellent benefits including staff/dependent scholarship program. Applicant review begins October 7. View requisition S_190854 at https://employment.unl.edu for details and to apply. UNL is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.

Salary

$58,000.00 - $65,000.00 (Yearly Salary)

Pay commensurate with experience and qualifications