Coordinator of Academic Engagement, Special Projects

• Assist in organizing an emerging scholars symposium (currently planned for Spring 2027), marking the final months of A Nation of Artists, in collaboration with colleagues in American Art, the audio-visual team, and other departments across the institution.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of other academic programs, including technical workshops, professional development opportunities, colloquia, symposia, et al., responsive to the needs of Philadelphia’s academic community.
• Deepen or develop outreach strategies with area colleges and universities around A Nation of Artists.
• Lead gallery lessons for academic audiences in A Nation of Artists as needed.
• Plan, develop, and implement activities related to A Nation of Artists for the museum’s internship and fellowship programs, especially workshops, seminars, and other programs that contribute to learning and professional development.
• Track expenses and evaluate programs to review effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree in art history or a related field.
• Previous experience working in museums or an academic setting (preferred).
• Familiarity with undergraduate and graduate student audiences (preferred).
• The ability to coordinate and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously and to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with multiple constituencies, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and solid computer skills.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed.

• The salary for this position is $46,059.
• This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and 35 hours per week.
• This is a term position, ending December 2027.
• This position is part of the AFSCME Local 397 bargaining unit.
• This position reports to the Associate Director of Academic Engagement
• This position is required to be performed fully onsite at Philadelphia Museum of A
• Physical requirements:
  • Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
• Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

• Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
• Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
• Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.

• Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
• Discounted guest tickets for admission
• Discounts on gift memberships
• Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
• Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
• Health savings or flexible spending account program
• Retirement savings program with museum match
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays

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