Yale University
Location
New Haven, CT | United States
Job description
1. Develops and advances a strategic museum-wide research program dedicated to the YCBA's collections, exhibitions, and the history of British art. 2. Implements a framework and processes for supporting research within departments at the museum and research originating from the Academic Affairs department. 3. Develops scholarly programs for the public and academic audiences, such as symposia, conferences, and study days to illuminate the YCBA's collections and initiatives and to advance the field of British Art. 4. Leads the Academic Affairs department, managing its two staff members, department operations, and the department budget. 5. Provides oversight for programs managed by the Associate Director of Research, including scholarly programs, graduate student initiatives, postgraduate and postdoctoral cohorts, residential scholars program, and Yale in London. 6. Fosters a vibrant and diverse research community at the museum, encouraging critical and innovative thinking and discourse. 7. Works collaboratively with senior staff in the Research division, including the Chief Archivist, Chief Librarian, Head of Education, and Head of Study Room, to further the YCBA's research strategy. 8. Develops and enhances partnerships with other museums and research institutes to advance the field. 9. Participates fully in the intellectual life of Yale University.
Required Skill/ability 1: Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Required Skill/ability 2: Demonstrated success developing, coaching, and managing staff.
Required Skill/ability 3: Proven success in a highly collaborative working environment.
Required Skill/ability 4: Demonstrated ability to prioritize, respond to changes, manage multiple concurrent projects, and bring work to competition.
Required Skill/ability 5: Proven ability to work across disciplines and historical time periods, beyond the postholder's area of scholarly expertise.
Preferred Education: Preference may be given to those who have worked in a museum or research institute. Knowledge of British art.
Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Posting Position Title: Program Manager 2, Research Initiatives YCBA
University Job Title: Head of Academic Affairs
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Preference may be given to those who have worked in a museum or research institute. Knowledge of British art.
PhD in art history or a related field in the humanities and at least 10 years of related professional experience. A minimum of three years serving in a leadership position in a museum, library, university, or research institute. Portfolio of significant and impactful research activities.
About Yale University
Yale University is an American private Ivy League research university located in New Haven, Connecticut. Founded in 1701 in the Colony of Connecticut, the university is the third-oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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