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Curator

Course Advisor
Washington, District of Columbia, US
Full-time

Job Description : Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions.

May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

A Day in the Life of a Curator

  • Provide information from the institution’s holdings to other curators and to the public.
  • Inspect premises to assess the need for repairs and to ensure that climate and pest control issues are addressed.
  • Develop and maintain an institution’s registration, cataloging, and basic record-keeping systems, using computer databases.
  • Negotiate and authorize purchase, sale, exchange, or loan of collections.
  • Plan and organize the acquisition, storage, and exhibition of collections and related materials, including the selection of exhibition themes and designs, and develop or install exhibit materials.
  • Study, examine, and test acquisitions to authenticate their origin, composition, history, and to assess their current value.

Job Skills

Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Complex Problem Solving : Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Minimum Requirements

Curators are expected to have a relevant educational background and experience in the field.

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