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Curator of Cultural History

New Jersey State Museum

 

The New Jersey State Museum seeks a Curator of Cultural History with responsibility for the overall program (collections, research, exhibitions, programming) and supervision of staff in Cultural History, and other related work as needed.  Through the use of objects and artifacts, the Cultural History program documents and describes the existence of people who have lived in New Jersey from the 17th century to the present.  Requirements:  Five (5) years of professional experience in the field of Cultural History, three (3) years of which shall have involved curatorial responsibilities for a major museum.  A particular knowledge of New Jersey and its material culture is preferred.  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in American Studies or a similar program such as American History, Public History or Museum Studies is required.  Salary begins at $68,584.  Applicants should submit a letter and resume by April 15, 2008 to:

 

Barbara Moran, Executive Director

New Jersey State Museum

P.O. Box 530

Trenton, NJ 08625-0530

 

New Jersey Department of State is an EEO/AA Employer