[nativestudies-l] [nativeart] Job announcement]

[Shelly Lowe]

> Subject: Eiteljorg Museum seeks Curator of Native American Art, History 
> and
> Culture
>
> The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art seeks a dynamic
> individual to serve as Curator of Native American Art, History, and 
> Culture.
> At a minimum, applicants must have a master's degree in ethno history,
> anthropology, art history or other relevant fields and significant museum
> experience with substantial engagement with Native peoples and
> organizations.  They must have demonstrable expertise in Native North
> American art, material culture and history.  The person in this position
> will manage the Native American Department, actively develop and interpret
> the collection of cultural objects, lead the institution in maters related
> to NAGPRA, manage work with the Native American Advisory Council and serve
> as liaison with Native American individuals, communities, and 
> organizations.
> In leading the department, they will also be an effective team member
> engaged with all levels of the institution.  The successful applicant must
> be a skilled communicator and active contributor to the field through
> publications and presentations.  The person hired will be in a position to
> recruit and hire an assistant curator to support their efforts.
>
>
> All resumes and references should be sent to:
>
> Eiteljorg Museum, Attention: HR Manager, 500 West Washington St.,
> Indianapolis, IN 46204 or emailed to personnel at eiteljorg.com or faxed to
> (317) 275-1430 by April 4, 2008.
>