Required Relevant Education & Experience:
Master's Degree and minimum of 2 years of experience in a museum or gallery setting with demonstrable knowledge of current issues in curatorial and art registrar practices as related to acquisitions, management and conservation; the proven ability to work effectively and positively with a wide array of stakeholders; and excellent communication skills.
About the Institution:
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Position Details:
Indiana State University and Cunningham Memorial Library invite applications for the title of Permanent Art Collection Curator. Reporting to the University Librarian, this 12-month senior position provides leadership and administrative oversight of personnel assigned to the Permanent Art Collection. This unit holds, preserves, and makes university art collections accessible. The Permanent Art Curator provides overall direction, supervision, management, and leadership in these areas; promotes collections, oversees exhibit programming, education and outreach, and works with library administration to cultivate donors and pursue grant opportunities. This position will operate in a team environment and effectively collaborate and communicate with all constituencies. This position will work to establish strong relationships with the faculty, staff, and students.
Rank: Non tenure track 12-month position
Supervision:
Provides direct supervision of staff of the Permanent Art Collection unit.
Required Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of a master's degree in art history, Studio Art, or Museum Studies and 2 years of experience in a museum or gallery setting.
Application Process:
The review of applications will begin on September 23, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For a full description and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.indstate.edu/postings/57704.
About the Institution:
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn and thrive together. Join our Sycamore family!
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the stewardship, documentation, research, development and care of Indiana State University's permanent art collection, primarily comprised of prints, ceramics and paintings. Provides access to the collection through on-campus venues, placing artwork in both public and work spaces on campus, safe storage of works, condition reporting and prioritization of conservation needs. Ensures the integrity of the collection, through strategic collection maintenance and development. The Curator will collaborate across the university to foster experiential learning opportunities for students; collaborates with the Gallery Director to plan, install and publicize exhibitions of art pieces from the permanent collection. Establishes positive relationships with both internal and external constituencies including donors, collectors and artists; with a strong commitment to collaboration. Other duties may include grant writing and budget oversight and consulting and working with conservators.
Required Field of Study:
Art History, Studio Art or Museum Studies