Job Title: Curatorial Research Fellow
Location: Sarasota, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 45133
Department The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida. For more about the Ringling, please see the "Other Information" section.Equal Employment Opportunity An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.hr.fsu.edu/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdfResponsibilities The Curatorial Fellow, on a 12-month visiting A&P appointment, works under the supervision of the Curator of Collections to primarily conduct research related to the re-installation of the permanent collection galleries at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and to exhibitions that will be installed over the next few years.

Responsibilities will include:

- Performs scholarly research and documentation of The Ringling's collections of European art in support of the ongoing, multi-year curatorial project to reinstall the permanent collection galleries of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. Also provides general assistance to the re-installation project as needed.

- Provides research and other curatorial support for future exhibition projects in the area of European art, as well as potentially for exhibition projects in the areas of Modern and Contemporary Art, Photography and Media Art, and Asian Art. May aid in the preparation of exhibition catalogues relating to those projects.

- May lead public gallery talks and/or give public lectures about curatorial work and research findings.

- May assist with grant proposal preparation for exhibition and/or re-installation projects. Special projects and other duties as assigned.Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to 6 years. Relevant training may substitute for experience.

*Please note, a writing sample (10 pages or less and may be part of an academic paper) must be attached for consideration.

Knowledge of collections development, acquisitions, and cataloguing.

Ability to understand and interpret terminology related to area of work.

Knowledge of and ability to apply the processes, procedures and methods used in museum operations in compliance with applicable governing entities such as the American Association of Museums.

Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions.Preferred Master's degree in Art History or related field.

Reading knowledge of at least one European language, with a preference for Italian.Other Information The Ringling is a preeminent center for the arts, history, performance, and learning that is dedicated to bringing the past and contemporary culture to life through extraordinary visitor experiences. From its inception, The Ringling has joined the diverse visual traditions and theatrical spectacle of yesterday with the genre-defying global practitioners of today. A place of exploration, discovery and respite, The Ringling’s campus in Sarasota, Florida—which includes the Museum of Art, Circus Museum, a historic home, an 18th-century theater and bayfront gardens—is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As the State Art Museum of Florida and part of Florida State University, The Ringling fulfills an important educational mission. The Ringling offers formal and informal programs of study serving as a major resource for students, scholars and lifelong learners of every age across the region, country, and around the world. For more information, please visit www.ringling.org.Contact Info For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org.Anticipated Salary Range Up to $33,000 + Florida state benefits available (http://hr.fsu.edu/?page=benefits/benefits_home)Pay Plan This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.Soft Money Funded Position This position is time-limited based on soft money funding, with renewal contingent upon available funds and the needs of the University.Schedule While the primary working hours for this position are between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (with a one hour meal period) Monday through Friday, the incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule including days, weekends, or special events.Criminal Background Check This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11.How To Apply If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

*Please note, a writing sample (10 pages or less and may be part of an academic paper) must be attached for consideration.