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Seeking applicants for Curator of 19th and 20th century art and Curator of the photography collection

Museum Folkwang

Deadline for application: April 17, 2018

Museum Folkwang
Museumsplatz 1
45128 Essen
Germany

www.museum-folkwang.de

The Museum Folkwang is one of the most renowned art museums in Germany, featuring an excellent art collection with international appeal. Alongside paintings and sculptures from the 19th century, the classical modern period, the post-war era after 1945, and works of contemporary art, the museum also hosts a selection of photography, archaeology, world art, poster art, and other artefacts.

The museum is the first of its kind in Germany to offer free admission to its collection. Numerous temporary exhibitions address different audiences. From an organisational perspective, the Museum Folkwang is a unit of the City of Essen.

Curator (f/m) of 19th and 20th century art
The position is also available for job-sharing to be filled by two part-time roles on a 50% basis.

Your tasks:
The curator of the 19th and 20th century art collection plans and manages, in coordination with the museum’s management, the procurement, placement and further development of the collection of 19th century and classical modern art:

–Definition of the collection’s key developments
–Curating and realisation of permanent and temporary exhibitions
–Preparation of the collection’s catalogue and development, and maintenance of its online presentation
–Research and cost assessment of possible purchases
–Documentation and cataloguing of acquisitions
–Planning of research, restoration and conservation measures
–Management of relationships including, but not limited to, experts, collectors and art dealers

Your skills:

–Masters degree or similar (e.g. German “Magister”) in art history with relevant specialisation, preferably with PhD
–Several years of relevant professional experience, preferably international
–Fluent proficiency in spoken and written German and English, other foreign languages desirable
–Initiative and good social skills, confidence and excellent personal conduct

Remuneration is subject to pay category 14 TVöD, the German salary system for public employees and servants. This is a temporary position, initially limited to a term of four years. If both parties agree, the position can be extended thereafter.

The city of Essen promotes gender equality. Women are therefore particularly invited to apply for this position. In the event of equal qualification, capability and professional competence, preference will be given to female candidates.

For job-related questions:
Peter Gorschlüter via Thomas Grimm, Administrative Director: T +49-201-88 45 300
For questions regarding the application process:
Mr. Kulke, FB 10 - Organisation and Human Resources: T +49-201-88 10 211.

Please send your application (complete with cover letter, CV, transcripts proving your educational background and, if applicable, reference letters by former employers) before April 17, 2018 citing Reference Number 2018-5-45-SD to:

Stadt Essen
Organisation und Personalwirtschaft
D - 45121 Essen

Due to environmental reasons, please refrain from using any plastic folders or similar. Applications will not be returned to the candidate.

If you prefer to submit your application electronically, please use only the most common file formats (e.g. pdf, jpg, docx) and keep file sizes as small as possible (max. 5 MB): Stellenmarkt@orga-personal.essen.de

Curator (f/m) of the photography collection
The position is also available for job-sharing to be filled by two part-time roles on a 50% basis.

Your tasks:
The curator of the photography collection at the Museum Folkwang manages the department of photography and, in coordination with the museum’s management, plans the placement and further development of the relevant works:

–Definition of the collection’s key developments
–Curating and realisation of permanent and temporary exhibitions
–Research and cost assessment of possible acquisitions
–Documentation and cataloguing of acquisitions
–Planning of research, restoration and conservation measures
–Management of relationships including, but not limited to, experts, collectors and art dealers

Your skills:

•–Masters degree or similar (e.g. German “Magister”) in art history with relevant specialisation, preferably with PhD
–Several years of relevant professional experience, preferably international
–Fluent proficiency in spoken and written German and English, other foreign languages desirable
–Initiative and good social skills, confidence and excellent personal conduct

Remuneration is subject to pay category 14 TVöD, the German salary system for public employees and servants. This is a temporary position, initially limited to a term of four years. If both parties agree, the position can be extended thereafter.

The city of Essen promotes gender equality. Women are therefore particularly invited to apply for this position. In the event of equal qualification, capability and professional competence, preference will be given to female candidates.

For job-related questions:
Peter Gorschlüter via Thomas Grimm, Administrative Director: T +49-201-88 45 300
For questions regarding the application process:
Mr. Kulke, FB 10 - Organisation and Human Resources: T +49-201-88 10 211.

Please send your application (complete with cover letter, CV, transcripts proving your educational background and, if applicable, reference letters by former employers) before April 17, 2018 citing Reference Number 2018-4-45-SD to:

Stadt Essen
Organisation und Personalwirtschaft
D - 45121 Essen

Due to environmental reasons, please refrain from using any plastic folders or similar. Applications will not be returned to the candidate.

If you prefer to submit your application electronically, please use only the most common file formats (e.g. pdf, jpg, docx) and keep file sizes as small as possible (max. 5 MB): Stellenmarkt@orga-personal.essen.de