Associate Curator/Curator of Latin American Art

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The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly's monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snohetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum's role in the community.

There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve. With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.

Benefits-eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services available to University of Texas at Austin employees. Blanton staff has access to complimentary admission to the museum, selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store.

The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents. No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community. We invite you to view and apply for this exciting opportunity.

The Associate Curator/Curator of Latin American Art leads the vision, development, and stewardship of the Blanton's Latin American program, advancing the museum's mission through research, exhibitions, acquisitions, and educational engagement. The role strengthens institutional partnerships, donor relationships, and scholarly contributions while creating welcoming, thoughtprovoking experiences for various audiences.

• Work with staff to develop fundraising strategies for Latin American art program and actively participate in solicitation process, including cultivating donors and collectors, drafting content for proposals, and other fundraising activities. Travel to cultivate donors, collectors, and prospective supporters. Perform administrative duties related to position, including maintaining records, internal and external reporting, and managing budgets for exhibitions and programs. Supervise interns.

• Develop vision and strategy for Latin American art collection, which includes 1,800 modern and contemporary paintings, prints, drawings, and sculptures representing 600 artists from Mexico, South and Central America, and the Caribbean. Explore opportunities to build collection within and beyond current strengths, make recommendations for and secure acquisitions. Participate in developing museum-wide collection strategy. Make recommendations regarding preservation and conservation strategies.

• Organize exhibitions and installations of Latin American art using collection and loaned objects. Work with colleagues in field and at museum to solicit, evaluate, and secure externally generated exhibitions and loans; to develop co-produced exhibition projects; and to develop an overarching exhibition program. Work collaboratively with staff and external curators and scholars to organize exhibitions and programs.

• Work with colleagues internally and externally to develop projects that meaningfully contribute to the overall mission of the museum and the university's strength in Latin American studies. The curator will join a team of staff members dedicated to making the Blanton a welcoming center and vital cultural resource for Austin and the UT community and to inspiring visitors to see beyond their world and discover something thought-provoking and unexpected. This position reports to the Chief Curator and Deputy Director of Collections.

• Assist in the development and production of interpretive strategies and materials as they relate to the collection and exhibition projects. Collaborate with director of education and academic affairs and other museum staff in the creation of program content and participate in program activities as related to the Latin American art collection and exhibitions. With the manager of docent and university programs, train docents and gallery assistants in specific content areas and museum practices.

• Encourage and facilitate use of Blanton resources in teaching among university faculty and staff in a wide range of disciplines. Work with members of the academic community as a facilitator and museum professional to increase awareness, knowledge, and appreciation of visual art. Supervise and assist graduate student interns with an interest in curatorial careers.

• Enhance the museum's role as a vital research center in the field and create meaningful dialogues for the Latin American art collection in a global context. Conduct and oversee publication projects and original research drawing on UT's unparalleled resources in Latin American studies. Supervise and assist with projects for guest curators, visiting scholars, student researchers, and interns. Contribute to publications outside museum as pertinent to collection.

• Other duties and projects as assigned.

• Master's degree in art history or combination of Bachelor's degree and relevant experience

• At least 5 years curatorial experience (Associate Curator), 7 years or more (Curator) curatorial experience in an art museum

• In-depth expertise in Latin American art and a strong record of original research, publications, and professional engagement

• Demonstrated ability to plan and present exhibitions, manage collections, and uphold best practices

• Established relationships across the field, including artists, collectors, scholars, and museum peers; passionate advocacy of artists

• Excellent scholarship, writing, communication, interpersonal, and management skills, including budget oversight, donor cultivation, and grant development

• Collaborative, collegial, and resourceful team player with demonstrated professional integrity and the ability to engage various audiences

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Ph.D. or comparable extensive experience in the field

• Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese (additional languages a plus)

$72,000 + depending on qualifications

• Standard office environment

• Strong visual acuity to assess artwork condition, color, and detail

• Capacity for prolonged sitting during research, writing and meetings

• Ability to stand for extended periods and move throughout museum galleries, storage areas, and off-site locations for installations, tours, and meetings

• Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

• Extended hours may be required, including evenings and weekends, during installations and special events

• Resume/CV

• Letter of interest

• 3 professional references with their contact information including email address; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.