Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader in Curating
The Courtauld is seeking to appoint a Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Reader (equivalent to Assistant or Associate Professor) with a specialism in curating, encompassing practical, historical and theoretical dimensions of the curatorial in relation to the history of art. This role includes leading on the development and delivery of a newly redesigned MA in Curating, which will launch in September 2025, as well as undergraduate modules on the BA History of Art. Building on the success of the current MA Curating the Art Museum, now in its final year, and new undergraduate modules in the history and theory of exhibition practices, this role will contribute to the expansion and development of curatorial research, teaching and training at the Courtauld.
We welcome applications from early career scholars as well as those with established records in research leadership, publication, curriculum design, teaching and academic administration. This role requires previous professional experience and strong networks within the gallery, museum or heritage sectors as well as academia. We are seeking candidates who will engage with and drive forward the debate and practice in their specialist research area, and who will engage with current issues in the curating more broadly. Candidates should articulate how their research and teaching intersect with and take advantage of the world-famous collections of the Courtauld Gallery and other collections and resources in London. This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen an established field of excellence at The Courtauld and to develop it in new directions, with exciting potential relating to our new strategic relationship with King’s College London.
The Courtauld Institute of Art is the UK’s leading institution for teaching and research in Art History and the conservation of paintings. It is also home to one of the greatest art collections in the UK, which reopened to the public in November 2021 following a major transformation. The History of Art department has an outstanding research and teaching record from Late Antiquity to the Contemporary with an increasingly global outlook, and embraces its diversity of theoretical approaches and methodologies.
Teaching at The Courtauld takes a variety of forms, from small-group seminars, lectures, and tutorials, to teaching in front of works of art in galleries and museums both within the UK and internationally. The post-holder will also undertake research, supervise research students, participate in our thriving research community, and engage in activity that increases public awareness of and access to Courtauld resources, including the gallery.
Research-active faculty are entitled to regular sabbaticals from teaching. In addition, they are encouraged to apply for external grants and fellowships, supported by The Courtauld’s dedicated Research Department.
The Courtauld is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds as we have under-representation that we wish to address. The Courtauld warmly welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including those through the Skilled Workers Route to work in the UK.
Applicants who are interested in discussing the role informally before submitting an application may contact the Head of Art History, Dr Caroline Levitt (caroline.levitt@courtauld.ac.uk) or the Vice Dean for education, Dr Catherine Grant (catherine.grant@courtauld.ac.uk).
Application is online. You should use the application questions to set out how you meet the criteria of this position and to describe your teaching and administrative experience, your current and future research plans and your potential to contribute to the research profile and impact of The Courtauld. Please address the criteria set out in the Person Specification when completing these questions. You will have the option of including a CV and should also give the names of 3 referees.
The deadline for applications is midnight on Monday 19th Feburary 2024.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 21st March.