Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Is Hiring An Assistant Curator Of Judaica

Join the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston as an Assistant Curator of Judaica

Exciting opportunity to support the growth of the MFA’s Judaica collection and programs with a dynamic role that blends curatorial expertise, community engagement, and administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate will play a key part in enriching the museum’s evolving Judaica holdings and outreach efforts. 🖼️✨

About the Position

The Shapiro-Silverberg Assistant Curator of Judaica reports to the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Curator of Judaica and will help develop this vibrant area of collection. Judaica at the MFA includes a diverse array of objects—from ritual art to historical artifacts—that reflect the Jewish experience across time, place, and media.

Key Responsibilities

• Curatorial Support & Exhibition Coordination

  Assist with installations and rotations of Jewish objects, propose new displays, collaborate with Conservation, Exhibitions, and Design teams to ensure proper handling, and oversee gallery setups. 🖼️

• Collection Management & Documentation

  Maintain and update object files, support collection research, oversee conservation and photography proposals, and coordinate the movement and accessioning of objects within the collection. 🗂️

• Development of Curator Circle & Events

  Support the establishment of a new Curator Circle, contributing to event planning, selecting speakers, managing invites and RSVPs, and coordinating onsite and virtual activities. 🎤

• Internships & Community Outreach

  Assist in hiring and mentoring interns for MFA Pathways and youth programs like Teen Arts Council and STEAM Team. Help organize public programs, community events, and educational activities. 🤝

• Exhibition and Acquisition Support

  Contribute to exhibition research, object checklists, loan processes, and public facing materials. Support the acquisition process through research and communication with involved departments. ✨

• Public Engagement & Education

  Respond to inquiries from scholars, students, and visitors; conduct collection tours; and assist in creating interpretative texts, labels, and promotional content for exhibitions and digital platforms. 🌍

Qualifications & Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in Art History, Jewish History, Jewish Studies, or related fields with demonstrated expertise in Judaica.
• 3-5 years extensive curatorial and museum experience.
• Proficiency in biblical and modern Hebrew; knowledge of Yiddish and other European languages is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent research and communication abilities.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (IDEA) principles.
• Familiarity with MS Office Suite and museum database systems, preferably “The Museum System” (TMS).

Compensation & Schedule

💰 Salary: $73,967 - $75,000

🕒 Full-time position, 35 hours per week

This role is represented by the United Auto Workers Union.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The MFA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment free from discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected characteristics. 🌎✨