Native American Curatorial Long-Term Fellow
Job Description
PEM is pleased to announce a curatorial fellowship for 2026-2028, generously funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. This 12-to-24-month fellowship, starting in early January 2026, offers comprehensive curatorial training and professional development. The fellow will advance scholarly research for PEM's exhibitions and collections, while supporting museum projects while joining PEM's Curatorial department, with duties similar to an assistant curator. This role will support the Stewart W. and Elizabeth F. Pratt Curator of Native American and Oceanic Art and Culture, assisting with exhibition research, planning, and implementation. The fellow will also aid in publications, interpretive materials, and collection-related initiatives. Responsibilities may further include acquisition proposals and other curatorial tasks as needed. The fellow will collaborate with various PEM departments, including Curatorial, Exhibition Planning, Registration, Collection Services, and Learning & Community Engagement.
We are looking for persons of Native American, Alaska Native, Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiian), First Nations, Métis, and Inuit heritage and members of federally recognized tribes, consistent with the distinctions established under federal U.S. law. Individuals who reside on Native or tribal lands may also apply, and those whose work and/or study contributes to the artistic traditions, research, and preservation of Native American art, culture, and history, and who demonstrate consistent commitment through their life and their work to the purpose of the program, the cultural, and educational mission of the library and museum. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
A completed Master’s degree in Art History, Visual Culture, Anthropology or Museum Studies is preferred. Minimum of 3 years of related experience, ideally in an art museum or cultural heritage setting, and experience related to preparing exhibitions and publications. In-progress doctoral candidates are also welcome to apply, provided they can balance fellowship and doctoral program responsibilities. Must be resourceful, able to work independently, and adjust easily to changing priorities. Excellent strategic thinking, written and oral communication, time and project management and multi-tasking skills required; creativity and initiative in identifying and fulfilling curatorial requirements essential; highly organized and detail oriented a must; strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented work style critical. Strong research skills as well as familiarity with computerized word processing, spreadsheets, and databases required. The hiring range for this role will be $57,000 to $60,000 commensurate with experience.
We will begin reviewing applications immediately, so please apply as soon as possible. The closing date is subject to change at any time.
PEM is pleased to announce a curatorial fellowship for 2026-2028, generously funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. This 12-to-24-month fellowship, starting in early January 2026, offers comprehensive curatorial training and professional development. The fellow will advance scholarly research for PEM's exhibitions and collections, while supporting museum projects while joining PEM's Curatorial department, with duties similar to an assistant curator. This role will support the Stewart W. and Elizabeth F. Pratt Curator of Native American and Oceanic Art and Culture, assisting with exhibition research, planning, and implementation. The fellow will also aid in publications, interpretive materials, and collection-related initiatives. Responsibilities may further include acquisition proposals and other curatorial tasks as needed. The fellow will collaborate with various PEM departments, including Curatorial, Exhibition Planning, Registration, Collection Services, and Learning & Community Engagement.
We are looking for persons of Native American, Alaska Native, Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiian), First Nations, Métis, and Inuit heritage and members of federally recognized tribes, consistent with the distinctions established under federal U.S. law. Individuals who reside on Native or tribal lands may also apply, and those whose work and/or study contributes to the artistic traditions, research, and preservation of Native American art, culture, and history, and who demonstrate consistent commitment through their life and their work to the purpose of the program, the cultural, and educational mission of the library and museum. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
A completed Master’s degree in Art History, Visual Culture, Anthropology or Museum Studies is preferred. Minimum of 3 years of related experience, ideally in an art museum or cultural heritage setting, and experience related to preparing exhibitions and publications. In-progress doctoral candidates are also welcome to apply, provided they can balance fellowship and doctoral program responsibilities. Must be resourceful, able to work independently, and adjust easily to changing priorities. Excellent strategic thinking, written and oral communication, time and project management and multi-tasking skills required; creativity and initiative in identifying and fulfilling curatorial requirements essential; highly organized and detail oriented a must; strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented work style critical. Strong research skills as well as familiarity with computerized word processing, spreadsheets, and databases required. The hiring range for this role will be $57,000 to $60,000 commensurate with experience.
We will begin reviewing applications immediately, so please apply as soon as possible. The closing date is subject to change at any time.
About Peabody Essex Museum
PEM boldly honors creativity as a nourishing force in people’s lives.
We offer thought-provoking experiences of the arts, humanities and sciences to activate understanding of our shared humanity and to empower imagination and learning through experimentation. We steward, build and make our collections accessible to encourage appreciation of the interconnected histories and creativity of people in our complex, always changing world.
As a museum that celebrates creativity to advance our shared humanity, we aspire to be an inclusive, equitable cultural organization that motivates, connects, and empowers people through inquiry, empathy, and dialogue. We strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging and to nurture our ability to build bridges.
We acknowledge that the role of global trade in PEM’s predecessor organizations warrants careful consideration. We commit to being aware and appreciative of differences in order to prevent overlooking, hurting, or excluding anyone. We will continue to work purposefully to remove barriers, whether physical, emotional, or social, so that PEM offers everyone welcoming spaces and experiences where they feel seen, heard, and treated with dignity and respect.
Everyone at PEM has a role to play in bringing this commitment to life. We will use this commitment statement as a guide in our ongoing work, which includes sharing the accomplishments, setbacks, and challenges of our DEIA journey.
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