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Curatorial Assistant
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201403174905 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $53,557 - $63,893 |
Position Information
The UCR/California Museum of Photography is seeking a Curatorial Assistant who will work closely with the Curator of Exhibitions by assisting with all aspects of exhibition research, planning, installation, programming, media relations, and related administrative duties. In addition to assisting with the production of changing exhibitions and programs, the Assistant will coordinate special projects, such as a major exhibition and publication that will focus on the work of Latin American and Latino artists whose works resonate with science fiction themes.
Minimum Requirements
Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Contemporary Art, Museum Studies, or similar degree.
Superior communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community including international visitors.
Skill in making oral and written presentations through various media formats to colleagues or subordinates to provide information, instructions, or explain subjects of interest.
Skill to independently compose letters, memos, reports, and other written communication materials, for a variety of audiences, using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, composition, text editing, and proofreading.
Ability to work effectively in a strong service environment that is subject to constantly changing priorities.
Skill in accurate record keeping with strict attention to detail.
Skill in organizing tasks, documents and materials with efficiency and accuracy.
Skill in using the Internet and Internet search engines to gather data in support of research purposes as well as literature searches.
Excellent computer skills working in Word, Outlook, Excel and database entry.
Superior communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community including international visitors.
Skill in making oral and written presentations through various media formats to colleagues or subordinates to provide information, instructions, or explain subjects of interest.
Skill to independently compose letters, memos, reports, and other written communication materials, for a variety of audiences, using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, composition, text editing, and proofreading.
Ability to work effectively in a strong service environment that is subject to constantly changing priorities.
Skill in accurate record keeping with strict attention to detail.
Skill in organizing tasks, documents and materials with efficiency and accuracy.
Skill in using the Internet and Internet search engines to gather data in support of research purposes as well as literature searches.
Excellent computer skills working in Word, Outlook, Excel and database entry.
Preferred Qualifications
Education and/or experience equivalent to a Master's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Contemporary Art, Museum Studies, or similar degree.
Knowledge of the applicable UC policies and procedures governing areas related to the responsibilities of the job.
Skills in graphic design and ability to work with multimedia files.
Ability to read, write, and speak the Spanish language.
Knowledge of the applicable UC policies and procedures governing areas related to the responsibilities of the job.
Skills in graphic design and ability to work with multimedia files.
Ability to read, write, and speak the Spanish language.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history and culture. UCR gives every student the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #8 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2012-13). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 46th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2012-13) and is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #8 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2012-13). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 46th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2012-13) and is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview