Harvard University

Curator for Race and Ethnicity

Harvard University

Fay House, 10 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelMasters
Job Description

Build relationships with potential donors of manuscript collections. Working with Harvard faculty and colleagues in Research Services to enhance and support teaching and learning through our collections. Planning and curating exhibitions of Schlesinger materials. Representing the Library at community events. Negotiate the terms of deeds of gift and agreements to purchase. Oversee acquisition budgets, monitor funds, manage gift and purchase agreements, and document all facets of ongoing work. Leverage technology to expand collection development in a technology-driven collecting landscape.

Where is this job?
This job is located at Fay House, 10 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Master’s degree or comparable evidence of advanced study in American history; Africana, Latina/o, or Asian American Studies

  • Knowledge of archival theory, practice, and technologies, including in relation to born digital material

  • Three plus years of curatorial or collection development experience.

  • Demonstrated experience and background in research and writing that establishes expertise in an area of study.

  • Language expertise relevant to the Curator’s particular collecting missions.

Required Skills
  • Project Management Skills

  • Relationship Management

  • Google Suite applications

  • Effective Time Management

  • Budget and records management

  • Planning and curating exhibitions

Soft Skills
  • Process Improvement

  • Communication Skills

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

  • Team Player Attitude

  • Multi tasker

  • Flexibility and adaptability

  • Driven for excellence

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Curator for Race and Ethnicity in Fay House, 10 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA is between $60,000 and $70,000 per year. This is based on salary data from a variety of sources, including job postings, salary surveys, and employer websites. The exact salary for any given position may vary depending on the individual's experience, education, and other factors.

Additional Information
Harvard University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedJanuary 18th, 2022
Apply BeforeJuly 20th, 2025
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About Harvard University

Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with about 6,800 undergraduate students and about 14,000 postgraduate students. Established in 1636 and named for its first benefactor, clergyman John Harvard, Harvard is the United States' oldest institution of higher learning. Its history, influence, wealth, and academic reputation have made it one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

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