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Mayer Center Curatorial Fellow
Denver, CO
Job Description
Mayer Center Curatorial Fellow for Art of the Ancient Americas, Full-time (Non-exempt)
POSITION PURPOSE
The fellowship provides emerging scholars the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the scope of curatorial work within an encyclopedic museum context and pursue research/exhibition projects related to the museum’s collection.
The Mayer Center is dedicated to increasing awareness and promoting scholarship in the study of the art of the ancient Americas and Latin America. The Mayer Center fellowship fosters learning and study through the Ancient American art (formerly pre-Columbian) collections of the Denver Art Museum.
This position reports to the Curator, Frederick and Jan Mayer Curator, Ancient American Art.
The fellowship will have a term of up to two years. The Mayer fellow is expected to work full time, a 40-hour work week.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION
Pay: The salary range for this position is $53,900-$67,300, based on experience.
Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. A free DAM Family Membership. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has pay to park options, all employees are eligible to receive a free RTD Eco Pass.
NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a “perfect" candidate - Nor do we look for the right "fit" with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require interviews with hiring manager and or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM or video. This position will close on Monday April 22, 2024, and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.
DENVER ART MUSEUM:
As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.
We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.
We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.
The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.
POSITION PURPOSE
The fellowship provides emerging scholars the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the scope of curatorial work within an encyclopedic museum context and pursue research/exhibition projects related to the museum’s collection.
The Mayer Center is dedicated to increasing awareness and promoting scholarship in the study of the art of the ancient Americas and Latin America. The Mayer Center fellowship fosters learning and study through the Ancient American art (formerly pre-Columbian) collections of the Denver Art Museum.
This position reports to the Curator, Frederick and Jan Mayer Curator, Ancient American Art.
The fellowship will have a term of up to two years. The Mayer fellow is expected to work full time, a 40-hour work week.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- The fellow will assist curators in researching the collection for the online collection as well as for upcoming exhibitions.
- Contribute to new scholarship on the collection.
- Conduct provenance research.
- Participate in outreach and public programs both in the gallery and online.
- Fellow will develop permanent collection-based exhibition that will be installed at the museum during the second year of residency.
- Produce content for the museum’s digital platform.
- Will collaborate with the Learning and Engagement department to produce content for the galleries.
- May require some travel and will need to attend activities that will be after hours.
- Candidates must either hold a doctoral degree (or international equivalent) in art history or related field or plan to defend their dissertation no later than December 2024.
- Applicants should have strong language skills including Spanish.
EDUCATION
- Doctoral Degree in (or international equivalent) in art history or related field, or have defended their dissertation no later than December 2024
Pay: The salary range for this position is $53,900-$67,300, based on experience.
Benefits: A comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children. DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability. Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day. Ten paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program. A free RTD Eco Pass. Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program. Access to Headspace. Two weeks Paid Parental Leave. A free DAM Family Membership. This position is based at the Denver Art Museum, which only has pay to park options, all employees are eligible to receive a free RTD Eco Pass.
NOTE: The DAM prioritizes adaptability and a human-centered work environment. We are happy to consider accommodations to the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. We know there is no such thing as a “perfect" candidate - Nor do we look for the right "fit" with us, we look for the add! We believe in cultivating an environment where there is diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
We know that searching for a job can be stressful so we would like to give you an overview of the process to manage expectations. This role may require interviews with hiring manager and or panel that will be held in-person at the DAM or video. This position will close on Monday April 22, 2024, and we plan to contact qualified applicants shortly thereafter. Our desire is to hire a candidate as soon as possible.
DENVER ART MUSEUM:
As an institution, we believe the Denver Art Museum is both a platform for and an amplifier of the voices of people of all races. We acknowledge that Black lives matter and communities of color – Latinx, Indigenous, Black, and others – have been underrepresented in art museums over decades, both internally and externally. We are committed to elevating all voices, artworks and perspectives and strive to support racial equity inside and out.
We prohibit discrimination against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
We strive to provide a professional and positive work environment for our employees. The Museum expressly prohibits any form of employee harassment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, political service or affiliation, genetic information, disability or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. Actions based on these or any legally protected characteristic will not be tolerated.
We encourage the freedom of gender expression and/or gender presentation. As an institution, we do not create barriers that may prevent any employee from expressing behaviors, mannerisms, interests, and appearances that represent their authentic personality or culture. Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious. The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.
The Museum believes vaccination is an important measure to protect the health and safety of everyone from significant illness due to COVID-19 infection. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. Employees are also mandated to receive a booster within 6 months of being fully vaccinated.
Job Summary
Company
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Salary and Benefits
$53,900-$67,300
Required Education
Master's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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