Assistant Curator, Eighteenth-Century British Art

In this role you will help fulfil Tate's mission to increase the public's enjoyment and understanding of British art from the sixteenth century to the present day. You will contribute to researching, planning and delivering exhibitions, collection displays and acquisitions of historic British art, particularly art spanning 1700-1830. You will also write interpretation and website texts, as well as organise and participate in research events.

The ideal candidate will bring an enthusiasm and knowledge of eighteenth-century British art, and a commitment to contributing to the diversification of British art histories. They will bring strong research and organisational skills and, ideally, experience of working with collections or exhibitions.

Job Requirements:
- Demonstrable knowledge of one or more aspects of eighteenth-century British art
- Research skills, experience and curiosity; awareness of new directions in art historical research around this period
- Curatorial experience, ideally gained from working with a collection
- Experience of working on loan exhibitions and on changing displays
- Proven track record of collaborative and team-based working, with a commitment to applying principles of equity, diversity and respect for all in the workplace
- Highly organised approach to work, with demonstrable ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
- Excellent writing skills and presentation skills
- Experience using Microsoft and collections databases (training on specific applications, like TMS, used at Tate will be provided)
- Interest in and commitment to the work of Tate

Job Responsibilities
- Exhibitions and Displays
- Support the curation of changing displays at Tate Britain
- Contribute to the planning and delivery of a range of exhibitions relating to eighteenth-century British art

Collection and Research
- Develop and share your specialist expertise on eighteenth-century British art and its wider contexts (social, cultural, political, economic, and international)
- Support research that addresses priorities in the interpretation of Tate's collection, particularly with reference to diversifying the collection and expanding the canon

Administration and Management
- Answer enquiries about the collection and programme
- Assist in providing valuations and expert advice to statuary bodies on Tate's behalf
Contribute to the management of curatorial files and administration

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