Short Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two highly organised and self-motivated individuals with a passion for design to join the museum’s Curatorial team as Assistant Curators, on a 12-month contract.
In this key role, the successful candidate will support curators in researching and delivering a dynamic programme of exhibitions. Some of our upcoming projects include shows highlighting the work of practitioners from the global majority in fashion and design.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals from the global majority, in recognition of the value of lived experience in shaping inclusive and representative curatorial work.
Job scope
The Assistant Curators play an important role in providing curatorial support in the development, documentation, and research of upcoming exhibitions. Reporting to a Curator, the role will involve working closely with colleagues across the museum, assisting curators in delivering major exhibitions. Within this fixed-term role, Assistant Curators may be assigned to work on one or several exhibition projects, depending on the exhibition programme schedule.
Eligibility:
- Demonstrable, relevant learning from work experience, study or external interest which can be applied to the role of an Assistant Curator.
- A track record of having contributed to displays and/or exhibitions or equivalent experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively and confidently, both in writing and verbally, with colleagues and external contacts.
- Demonstrable skills in project management and planning work to meet agreed standards, deadlines, and budgets.
- Ability to compile and organise substantial amounts of complex information.
Program Benefits or Awards:
Salary: £25,970 per annum
Holidays: 25 days + Christmas eve (museum closed)
Hours: 35 hours per week / 5 days per week
Entry Fee: none
Location: London, United Kingdom
Deadline: 26 May 2025
Website link: https://careers.designmuseum.org/
