Assistant/Associate Curator, European Decorative Arts and Sculpture

The Philadelphia Museum of Art seeks a specialist in European decorative arts and sculpture after 1700 to fill an open position at the rank of assistant or associate curator depending upon the successful candidate’s level of experience. The Museum’s holdings in this field are particularly strong in 18th century French and English woodwork, furniture, and decorative arts as well as modern and contemporary design.

The individual appointed to this position will be responsible for all aspects of the care, presentation, and development of the Museum’s important holdings of European furniture and decorative arts and will play a key role in developing the collection and producing relevant exhibitions and publications. As a member of the Museum’s curatorial staff, s/he will be expected to participate in all aspects of the work of the Museum in fulfillment of its Mission and to maintain the highest standards of scholarship, connoisseurship, and professional practices in the field.

The work of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is made possible through the generous support of committed individuals and institutions.