YCBA seeking Chief Curator

July 1 2025

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Posted by Adam Busiakiewicz:

The Yale Center for British Art are hiring a Chief Curator and Director of Curatorial Affairs.

According to the job description:

The Yale Center for British Art (YCBA) seeks a distinguished curator, strategic thinker, and collaborative leader as Chief Curator and Director of Curatorial Affairs (Chief Curator). Reporting to the Paul Mellon Director of the YCBA, this senior role will be a key member of the YCBA's Executive Leadership Team (ELT), bringing passion, ambition, and vision to one of the country's preeminent collections. The Chief Curator will amplify the reach and impact of YCBA's curatorial and publishing programs, while upholding the museum's artistic vision and direction. A deep appreciation for YCBA's renowned collections-and a commitment to interpreting, activating, and expanding their relevance for today's audiences-will be essential.The Chief Curator will be a leader knowledgeable about institutional stewardship and development, working in close partnership with the Director to build and cultivate excellent relationships with the museum's supporters, advisors, and faculty partners. The successful candidate will be deeply committed to the educational mission of the YCBA, helping to position the museum as a vital teaching and research resource across the university. 

The job comes with a salary of between $127,200 - $225,225 and no application deadline has been published.

Good luck if you're applying!

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