The Museum of Texas Tech University, located on the campus of a major research institution, is seeking a creative, dedicated, and professionally motivated individual to join an outstanding staff committed to the highest standards of museological practice. The Museum is an active member of the American Association of Museums (AAM) and the International Council of Museums (ICOM) with a long history of service to the region, as well as the national and international communities.

 

The preferred candidate will have a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.), and 3 to 5 years experience in museum education. He or she will be dedicated to providing quality programming for audiences from pre-school youngsters to senior citizens.

The Curator of Education teaches one course each year to students enrolled in the Center for Advanced Study of Museum Science and Heritage Management, a two-year graduate level program that attracts students from around the world. The candidate must have a sense of collegiality, cooperation, and teamwork and a willingness to advance the professional mission of the museum and university.

 

The Museum, as an element of Texas Tech University, provides employee benefits similar to most state institutions, including medical and retirement. The salary will be determined based on the qualifications of the individual.

 

Please apply on-line at http://www.depts.ttu.edu/personnel/applicant-information.aspx  Applications should include a letter of interest and resume/vita to their on-line application.  If chosen for further review, the applicant may be required to provide three examples of written articles or programs, examples of other materials related to museum activities, and the name, address, and telephone numbers of five persons who are familiar with the candidate’s background and work history.   The requisition number is 73942.

 

Texas Tech University is an equal employment / affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.