For full descriptions of open positions at the Princeton University Art Museum, and to apply for curatorial positions, please visit Open Faculty & Academic Positions and filter by “Art Museum”. To apply for non-curatorial positions, please visit Careers at Princeton and search for “Art Museum” in the Department field. When opportunities are available, brief descriptions of current openings are listed below for your convenience.
Peter Jay Sharp, Class of 1952, Curator and Lecturer in the Art of the Ancient Americas (D-25-UAM-00002)
The Princeton University Art Museum welcomes applications for the next Peter Jay Sharp, Class of 1952, Curator and Lecturer in the Art of the Ancient Americas. The Curator will shape the display, interpretation, growth, and care of the Museum's Art of the Ancient Americas collections. As the Museum prepares to open a dramatically reconceived new building in the fall of 2025, the Curator will lead gallery installations, exhibitions, publications, research, and acquisitions, and provenance research for the Ancient Americas collections. The Curator will also teach regularly in the Department of Art and Archaeology and/or the Program in Latin American Studies.
The successful candidate will have expertise in the art of the ancient Americas, an interest in Latin American art after 1600, and the enthusiasm to collaborate broadly across collection areas. Working within a team environment, the Curator will partner with conservators and educators, supervise research assistants, and mentor interns and students. They will prioritize the Museum's commitment to cultural property law, ethics, research, and transparency, working closely with the Curator of Provenance; will serve as a voice on campus in discussions about collecting histories; and will create partnerships with descendant communities and research institutions in Latin America. The Curator will embrace the possibilities of a public-facing museum and will communicate effectively with both scholarly and broad audiences.
A PhD in art history, anthropology, or a related field is required for this position. Applicants must have at least four years' curatorial experience; a strong record of scholarly publications; and a growing network across collectors and museums in the US and Latin America. Familiarity with donor engagement and collections management and proven teaching abilities are essential. Appointment level (associate/full curator) and salary will be commensurate with experience.
To apply, please go to Peter Jay Sharp, Class of 1952, Curator and Lecturer in the Art of the Ancient Americas, and post to requisition D-25-UAM-00002
Senior Gallery Educator (2025-20686)
The Sr. Gallery Educator (SGE) reports to the Senior Manager of Engagement (SME). The SGE is responsible for working with the SME to advance the Museum’s objectives for gallery and community education. The SGE is responsible for developing, writing, and overseeing the production of the Museum’s self-guided tours, in-gallery education materials, and teacher resources, including family and K-12 activities. The SGE will oversee the recruiting and training of Museum docents, emphasizing learner-driven activities designed to develop close looking and critical thinking skills. The SGE will work with the SME to recruit, train, and supervise the Museum’s Gallery Fellows. The SGE, Gallery Education Fellows, and Museum docents will lead the K-12 school tours in the galleries and conduct programs in local schools. The SGE is responsible for overseeing and growing the Museum’s long-standing program with the Trenton elementary schools and will collaborate with the Audience Engagement Specialist to broaden and deepen the Museum’s relationship with schoolteachers and administrators.
To apply, please go to Sr Gallery Educator, and post to requisition 2025-20686
Collections Systems Administrator (2025-20661)
The Princeton University Art Museum welcomes applications for the position of Collections Systems Specialist (CSS). The CSS is responsible for the analysis, manipulation, and integration of the complex cultural heritage datasets residing primarily in two Museum systems of record: the collections information system - The Museum System (TMS) and the digital asset management system - ResourceSpace. The position is responsible for database management and backend support for both systems, including data extraction, data batching, report writing, and advanced SQL query development. The position is also responsible for the integration of data among TMS, the Museum's API, and ResourceSpace, with the potential for additional integrations with other systems, including but not limited to the Museum’s website CMS, Airtable, and OnBase. Other areas of responsibility include the documentation of all related data extraction and integrations, logs and quality assurance monitoring, and periodic system upgrades to TMS and ResourceSpace.
Working in a team environment for the Department of Communication and Information, the CSS will report to the Sr. Manager of Data Operations and work in close coordination with the Manager of Art Information and their team, the Museum Application developers, and other staff members across the Museum.
To apply, please go to Collections Systems Administrator, and post to requisition 2025-20661
Creativity Lab Supervisor (2025-20728)
The Princeton University Art Museum welcomes applications for the position of Creativity Lab Supervisor (CLS) to support the Manager of Visitor Experience (MVE) in overseeing the Creativity Labs’ programmatic schedule, activities, and daily operations. Opening in October 2025, the Creativity Labs offer creative opportunities for visitors to engage with the Museum through participatory art-making, writing, and reflection activities that foster inquiry, empathy, wellness, and imagination. The CLS collaborates across Museum departments to plan and write instructions for activities; support Princeton University teaching requests; plan audience-specific programs; and develop and teach K-12 art lessons to accompany the in-gallery curriculum. The CLS assesses the impact of programs through various evaluation methods.
The CLS oversees the daily operations of the Creativity Labs, including hiring, training, and supervising a team of facilitators. The CLS is expected to work regular shifts in the Creativity Labs. As part of the Education Team, the CLS is responsible for ensuring that the Creativity Lab Team provides a welcoming and engaging experience for all visitors, promoting an atmosphere of teamwork, innovation, integrity, inclusiveness, and respect.
To apply, please go to Creativty Lab Supervisor and post to requisition 2025-20728