Associate Curator of Sikh Art

2 months ago

Toronto, Canada Royal Ontario Museum Full time

Are you passionate about culture, the arts, natural history, and science? Are you keen on how these elements aesthetically come together to tell the many stories of humanity? Join our team at ROM and consider a fulfilling career as Associate Curator of Sikh Art & Culture.

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ROM is uniquely positioned to become a vibrant hub for Sikh Art & Culture. The South Asia community is the largest visible minority in Canada, the largest percentage of which is the Sikh/Punjabi community, numbering some 950,000 people, almost half of which reside in Ontario. ROM is committed to the Global Sikh Art & Culture program, itself a part of ROM’s Dan Mishra South Asia Initiative. ROM is exploring the varied histories and artistic contributions of Sikh and Sikh diasporic communities through connections within South Asia and with various cultures and traditions across the globe.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Advanced degree (Master's or higher) in Art History, History, Anthropology or a related field with a focus on Sikh or Punjabi art, culture, and history
- Experience in exhibition development or interpretation would be an asset
- Experience in a Museum setting would be an asset
- Demonstrable history of original research, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications or report writing
- Proficiency in Punjabi and Gurmukhi
- Experience working in an institutional setting and with collaborative decision-making as part of a team
- Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail with the capability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of and adherence to museum ethics and standards
- Desirable Additional Qualifications:

- Experience in international, cross-cultural, and/or Indigenous contexts, enhancing the ability to engage with diverse audiences
- Familiarity with managing and utilizing image collections and databases
- Experience developing relationships with donors and sponsors

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Work closely with ROM Dan Mishra Curator of Global South Asia to achieve goals of the South Asia Initiative
- Conceptualize an exhibition of Sikh art and culture grounded in recent scholarship and museological methodologies using ROM’s collection of historical artifacts, including object list and label text, or based on collections borrowed from other institution
- Assist with early-stage activities toward the development of a permanent gallery of Sikh art and culture including community consultation, preliminary object list, and draft label text
- Assess and recommend potential acquisitions of Sikh art and culture to grow ROM’s collection
- Interact with various South Asia stakeholders across the ROM, including exhibit development team, South Asia Community Engagement Coordinator, Friends of South Asia, ROM Governors, and others to achieve successful outcome of projects
- Participate in ROM Learning and Programs

**SALARY & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT**

**START DATE: ASAP**
**OPEN DATE: September 4, 2024**
**CLOSE DATE: September 20, 2024**
**STATUS: Full-time Contract**
**EMPLOYEE GROUP: ROMCA**
**SALARY: $68, 487 - $150,000 CAD**
**SCHEDULE: 35 hours weekly**
**PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Six (6) months**
**LOCATION (hybrid): Toronto, ON**

**Diversity Statement**

**Accessibility Statement**
ROM is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Upon request, suitable accommodations are available under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) to applicants invited to an interview.

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