Organizer Information
The Bronx Museum of the Arts is a contemporary art museum located in the Bronx, New York, dedicated to connecting diverse audiences with the urban experience through its Permanent Collection, exhibitions, and educational programs. Since its founding in 1971, the Museum has focused on serving the culturally diverse communities of the Bronx, emphasizing free public access and inclusivity. The Museum’s contemporary art programming reflects the borough’s dynamic communities and provides a platform for both local and international artists. Its values include diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create an environment where all individuals feel welcomed, valued, and respected. The Museum has a longstanding commitment to education, preservation, and public engagement, and has partnered with Bloomberg Philanthropies to digitize its permanent collection for global access.
Title & Description
Collection Research Fellow (Grant-Funded Fellowship)
This fellowship offers an immersive, hands-on opportunity for artists, researchers, and museum professionals to engage with a major contemporary art collection. The Collection Research Fellow will support the documentation, preservation, care, and accessibility of over 1,800 works in The Bronx Museum’s Permanent Collection. Fellows will research objects, update and maintain digital records, source and manage images, and assist in drafting interpretive materials. The position emphasizes works by artists of African, Asian, and Latin American ancestry, as well as artists with strong connections to the Bronx. Fellows will contribute directly to a large-scale digital initiative under the Bloomberg Philanthropies Digital Accelerator Program, ensuring the collection is accessible to scholars and the public worldwide. This is an in-person, part-time role spanning 14 months, providing extensive exposure to contemporary art practices, museum operations, and community-based arts initiatives.
Categories
- Visual Art
- Museum Studies / Arts Administration
- Archival Research
- Cultural Documentation
Eligibility
- Open to international applicants, preferably with a background in Art History, Museum Studies, Arts Administration, or related fields.
- Candidates with professional experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree may also apply.
- Advanced experience in artwork database management and knowledge of collection handling are required.
- Proficiency in Spanish is considered a plus.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Hourly compensation: $25–$30 per hour, 28 hours per week (4 days/week)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, holiday, and personal leave
- Eligibility for vision, dental, and medical insurance after 3 months
- 401(k) savings plan and pension plan eligibility (after 1 year of service)
- Professional experience with a major contemporary art collection
- Hands-on involvement in digitization and public access projects
- Exposure to curatorial and collection management processes, including off-site storage operations
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Three professional references
- Familiarity with digital collection databases and fine art handling
How to Apply?
Submit all application materials with the subject line “Collection Research Fellow” to: careers@bronxmuseum.org
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 9 March 2026
- Fellowship Period: March 2026 – May 2027
Location
The Bronx Museum of the Arts, Bronx, New York, United States
Additional Details
- Part-time, temporary position (14 months)
- 4 days per week in-person; 7 work hours plus 1-hour unpaid lunch per day
- The role includes handling delicate contemporary artworks and ensuring compliance with museum standards
- Fellows will actively contribute to enhancing the Museum’s digital collection and public accessibility
- The Museum prioritizes a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion; all work should reflect these principles