Curator of Exhibitions and Student Engagement

Curator of Exhibitions and Student EngagementPriority Application Deadline: 07/02/2026OverviewJob ID: 37062020Category: Campus Administration and OperationsOrganization: College of Humanities Arts & Social SciencesDepartment: UCR ARTS DeptLocation: Riverside AreaSalary: $79,000 - $127,124Date Posted: June 17, 2026Application Deadline: Open Until FilledSchedule: 8 AM - 5 PMFull/Part Time: Full-time (100%)Level of Supervision: General SupervisionPersonnel Program Code: Professional & Support StaffPosition InformationUCR ARTS encompasses the California Museum of Photography (CMP) and the Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts (Culver Center), and is part of the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (CHASS) at UCR. The CMP promotes understanding of photography and visual media by providing access to one of the most comprehensive photographic resources in America. UCR ARTS supports undergraduate and graduate teaching, faculty research, and public scholarship through exhibitions, collections access, publications, and academic programs.The Curator of Exhibitions and Student Engagement balances three equally weighted areas of responsibility:Management and development of collections.Facilitation of student- and faculty-driven research and exhibitions.Development of academic programs, including lectures, symposia, and related interpretive initiatives.This position requires working some weeknights and weekends to support programs and exhibitions. The appointment is a 100% full-time position for 3 years. The position is funded by a private foundation and is contingent on receiving funding. The salary range is $79,000.09 - $127,123.89 annually, with an expected budgeted pay scale of $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually.RequirementsApplicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. The role aligns with the Senior Museum Scientist classification, requiring independent judgment, advanced curatorial expertise, and leadership within a complex academic museum environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage exhibition plans and programming.Collaborate with faculty and students to design and produce exhibitions.Coordinate academic programs and public events.Provide leadership within the museum's complex environment.Other RequirementsNo specific additional requirements listed.#J-18808-Ljbffr