Curator Job at University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE

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  • University of Nebraska
  • Lincoln, NE

Job Description

Position Information Working Title: Curator Department: International Quilt Museum-5976 Requisition Number: S_260450 Posting Open Date: 06/19/2026 Application Review Date: 07/06/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes Description of Work Responsible for care and preservation of all artifacts in IQM collections in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards. Responsible for research and interpretation as applicable to exhibitions and educational programs; responsible for disseminating results of research through publications, exhibitions, lectures. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: Minimum Required Qualifications PhDin textiles, art history, museum studies or related field such as anthropology or material culture 5 years relevant museum experience including care and handling of objects, preferably textiles, data collection, 5 years of experience accessioning and deaccessioning museum collections and curating and installing exhibitions, 5 years of experience supervising others; simultaneous/concurrent experience considered Experience working with volunteers Knowledge of best practices, policies and procedures for museum collection. Public speaking experience Knowledge of textile handling and storage Computer and database skills essential Good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary Experience interfacing with and stewarding donors. Availability to travel nationally and internationally. Preferred Qualifications 7 years of experience with historic and contemporary textiles, preferably quilts and related textiles; Experience in research, writing and editing of collection-and exhibition-related publications Leadership of, and working with, committees Grant writing experience Ability to work well under pressure and with conflicting demands Excellent presentation skills Experience giving academic/educational presentations or lectures Proficient with FileMaker Pro, Access and Excel. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No Physical Required No Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. Criminal History Background Check Required Yes Posted Salary $60,000/yr. minimum Contact Leslie Levy llevy2@unl.edu Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional Job Type Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Work Location Lincoln, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No #J-18808-Ljbffr

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