Assistant Curator, Paintings
Courtauld Institute of Art, University of London - Courtauld Gallery
| Location: | London |
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| Salary: | £38,633 per annum (including London Allowance) |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 23rd October 2025 |
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| Closes: | 18th November 2025 |
| Job Ref: | 262 |
We are looking for...
The Courtauld Gallery cares for one of the most important art collections in the UK and presents a critically acclaimed annual programme of temporary exhibitions and displays. We are now looking for an outstanding new colleague to join our team.
In this exciting and wide-ranging role, you will work closely with the Senior Curator, Paintings, supporting the stewardship of our world-renowned collection and contributing to the development and delivery of our ambitious exhibition programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the display, interpretation, and documentation of the permanent collection of paintings.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of exhibitions and displays, including research, administration, and public engagement.
- Liaise with internal teams and external partners to support loans, events, and scholarly access.
- Manage interns and volunteers, and contribute to teaching and learning activities.
- Maintain high standards of collections care, record-keeping, and public access.
- Lead on curatorial production of displays in the Project Space and support digital content development
About You
You will bring:
- A PhD in the history of art or equivalent research experience.
- Excellent knowledge of European painting from 1250 onwards, with a demonstrable breadth of interest.
- Curatorial experience, ideally with a collection, and experience working on exhibitions and displays.
- Strong research, writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences.
- A collaborative, proactive approach with excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- A readiness to travel and a commitment to supporting inclusive and accessible public engagement.
Fluency in a foreign language and experience with collections management systems are desirable.
Benefits
- 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + up to 6 paid closure days
- 25% discount at on-site cafés and 20% discount in the Courtauld shop
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- SAUL pension scheme
- Annual salary increments (subject to performance)
Closing Date: 18th November 2025
Interview Date: 8th December 2025
If you have any questions, please contact people@courtauld.ac.uk
The CourtauldInstitute of Art promotes equal opportunities.
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