Hoehn Curatorial Fellow Prints

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Position Status: Full-time regular
Location: San Diego
Position Type: Administrator, Office of the Vice President and Provost

Hoehn Curatorial Fellow for Prints;
University Galleries

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University Galleries are the University of San Diego’s primary exhibition venues. They include the Hoehn Family Galleries, the David W. May Gallery, the Fine Art Galleries, and the Humanities Center Gallery. These spaces offer a wide variety of exhibition and educational programs during the academic year for both on- and off-campus audiences. In addition, University Galleries manages two collections, one dedicated to print culture and printmaking, and the other a collection of Native American art and material culture.

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background.

The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

This is a full-time regular assignment with an anticipated end date of June 2029.
The appointment may be eligible for a one-year extension at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.

The Hoehn Curatorial Fellow for Prints is a key contributor to the University Galleries’ team. Responsible for coordinating most exhibitions in the Hoehn Family Galleries, advising on aspects of the University Print Collection, and supervising student interns. A primary goal of the Fellow’s time at USD will be the production of an original, print-focused exhibition and publication that will advance the scholarly and museological reputations of the Fellow and University Galleries alike.

The Fellow further assists the program by contributing to a wide range of strategic projects as assigned by the Executive Director of University Design & Galleries. Requires flexibility in a fast-paced office environment, occasional time commitments outside of the “9-5” workday, and the ability to respond to a variety of interpersonal situations with professionalism and empathy. We expect this team member to maintain a professional outlook consistent with the values and mission of the University.

A demonstrated commitment to shared principles of inclusive excellence is required. This position is term-limited and is envisioned for at least three years (but with the possibility of extension of up to another 12 months), based on the individual’s excellent performance in the role.

• Collaborates with the Director, staff, faculty and students in the development, planning, and presentation of the collection, exhibitions, and publications, with primary emphasis on original prints.
• Works with Director and Operations Coordinator to develop, prepare, and track exhibition budgets.
• Serves as liaison for exhibition development with visiting curators, private collectors, etc. in the selection of works of art for exhibition, including negotiation of loans.
• With University Galleries team develops and executes plans for exhibition according to project schedules.
• Researches, writes and supports editing of exhibition catalogues, gallery introductions, labels, and other texts.
• Helps identify potential sources for support—such as grants—of exhibition projects and publications.
• Develops plans in tandem with other university departments to coordinate promotion and press coverage; provides narratives for exhibition press releases and meets…