Smithsonian Institution
Museum Curator (Nancy Chang Lee Curator of Chinese Art) (IS-1015-12/13)
Smithsonian Institution, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Application Deadline:
30 November 2024
Department:
National Museum of Asian Art
Location:
Washington, DC
Description
OPEN DATE:
November 1, 2024
CLOSING DATE:
November 30, 2024
POSITION TYPE:
Trust Fund
APPOINTMENT TYPE:
Indefinite
SCHEDULE:
Full Time
DUTY LOCATION:
Washington, DC
Trust Fund positions are unique to the Smithsonian. They are paid for from a variety of sources, including the Smithsonian endowment, revenue from our business activities, donations, grants, and contracts. Trust employees are not part of the civil service, nor does trust fund employment lead to Federal status. The salary ranges for trust positions are generally the same as for federal positions and in many cases trust and federal employees work side by side. Trust employees have their own benefit program, which may include Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Transit/Commuter Benefits, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Annual and Sick Leave, Family Friendly Leave, 403b Retirement Plan, Discounts for Smithsonian Memberships, Museum Stores and Restaurants, Credit Union, Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (Child Care), Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care).
Conditions of Employment
Pass Pre-employment Background Check and Subsequent Background Investigation for position designated as low risk.
Complete a Probationary Period.
Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer.
The position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States. Proof of eligibility to work in U.S. is not required to apply.
Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
OVERVIEW
The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art is committed to preserving, exhibiting, researching, and interpreting art in ways that deepen the public and scholarly understandings of Asia and the world. The museum now stewards one of the world's most important collections of Asian art, with works dating from antiquity to the present.
The Nancy Chang Lee Curator of Chinese Art will be a member of the Curatorial Department, shaping decisions about the care, identification, acquisition, preservation, cataloging, exhibition, and interpretation of works of art. The candidate will be a national and international leader in the study and presentation of Chinese art and culture, performing scholarly research for publication and developing original exhibitions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Creating innovative research projects that contribute to the international understanding and appreciation of Chinese art and culture.
Providing leadership in the field of Chinese art and culture through projects, collaborations, and regular communication with specialists.
Studying, cataloging, displaying, publishing, and expanding the museum's collections of Chinese art.
Developing and maintaining relationships with local, national, and international communities.
Researching provenance on existing collections objects.
Working with advancement teams to develop and strengthen donor relationships.
Serving on museum- and Smithsonian-wide committees and working groups.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Basic Education Requirement:
A) Degree: museum work; or in an applicable subject-matter field.
OR
B) Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
OR
C) Four years of experience that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study as shown in A above.
Experience:
Candidates for grade 12 must possess a minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the grade 11 in the normal line of progression for this occupation. For this position, specialized experience is defined as experience in the identification, acquisition, preservation, cataloging, provenance research, exhibition, and interpretation of works of art.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:
PhD or equivalent in Chinese art or related field.
Competency in Chinese language.
Ability to pursue historical research using primary sources.
Familiarity with provenance research and collecting standards.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience interacting with the public.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies, both national and international.
Outstanding analytical, verbal, written, and overall communication skills.
Skill in taking initiative and prioritizing tasks; excellent time-management and problem-solving skills.
Experience participating in and organizing museum-based projects and programs.
Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials.
Any false statement in your application may result in rejection of your application and may also result in termination after employment begins.
The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Join us in "Inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery."
Resumes should include a description of your paid and non-paid work experience related to this job.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact
nmaa-hr@si.edu .
The Smithsonian Institution is an
Equal Opportunity Employer .
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30 November 2024
Department:
National Museum of Asian Art
Location:
Washington, DC
Description
OPEN DATE:
November 1, 2024
CLOSING DATE:
November 30, 2024
POSITION TYPE:
Trust Fund
APPOINTMENT TYPE:
Indefinite
SCHEDULE:
Full Time
DUTY LOCATION:
Washington, DC
Trust Fund positions are unique to the Smithsonian. They are paid for from a variety of sources, including the Smithsonian endowment, revenue from our business activities, donations, grants, and contracts. Trust employees are not part of the civil service, nor does trust fund employment lead to Federal status. The salary ranges for trust positions are generally the same as for federal positions and in many cases trust and federal employees work side by side. Trust employees have their own benefit program, which may include Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Transit/Commuter Benefits, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Annual and Sick Leave, Family Friendly Leave, 403b Retirement Plan, Discounts for Smithsonian Memberships, Museum Stores and Restaurants, Credit Union, Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (Child Care), Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care).
Conditions of Employment
Pass Pre-employment Background Check and Subsequent Background Investigation for position designated as low risk.
Complete a Probationary Period.
Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer.
The position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States. Proof of eligibility to work in U.S. is not required to apply.
Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
OVERVIEW
The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art is committed to preserving, exhibiting, researching, and interpreting art in ways that deepen the public and scholarly understandings of Asia and the world. The museum now stewards one of the world's most important collections of Asian art, with works dating from antiquity to the present.
The Nancy Chang Lee Curator of Chinese Art will be a member of the Curatorial Department, shaping decisions about the care, identification, acquisition, preservation, cataloging, exhibition, and interpretation of works of art. The candidate will be a national and international leader in the study and presentation of Chinese art and culture, performing scholarly research for publication and developing original exhibitions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Creating innovative research projects that contribute to the international understanding and appreciation of Chinese art and culture.
Providing leadership in the field of Chinese art and culture through projects, collaborations, and regular communication with specialists.
Studying, cataloging, displaying, publishing, and expanding the museum's collections of Chinese art.
Developing and maintaining relationships with local, national, and international communities.
Researching provenance on existing collections objects.
Working with advancement teams to develop and strengthen donor relationships.
Serving on museum- and Smithsonian-wide committees and working groups.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Basic Education Requirement:
A) Degree: museum work; or in an applicable subject-matter field.
OR
B) Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
OR
C) Four years of experience that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study as shown in A above.
Experience:
Candidates for grade 12 must possess a minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the grade 11 in the normal line of progression for this occupation. For this position, specialized experience is defined as experience in the identification, acquisition, preservation, cataloging, provenance research, exhibition, and interpretation of works of art.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:
PhD or equivalent in Chinese art or related field.
Competency in Chinese language.
Ability to pursue historical research using primary sources.
Familiarity with provenance research and collecting standards.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience interacting with the public.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies, both national and international.
Outstanding analytical, verbal, written, and overall communication skills.
Skill in taking initiative and prioritizing tasks; excellent time-management and problem-solving skills.
Experience participating in and organizing museum-based projects and programs.
Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials.
Any false statement in your application may result in rejection of your application and may also result in termination after employment begins.
The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Join us in "Inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery."
Resumes should include a description of your paid and non-paid work experience related to this job.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact
nmaa-hr@si.edu .
The Smithsonian Institution is an
Equal Opportunity Employer .
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