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Cape Breton University (CBU) invites applications for a full-time continuing Art Gallery Curator position.

The successful candidate will coordinate activities in support of education in the visual arts; supervise all curatorial work; aim at making the permanent collection more accessible to researchers, students and the public; and liaise with CBU faculty, artists, professional organizations, and governmental bodies. Duties include but are not limited to: maintaining the Art Gallery’s academic profile within CBU; maintaining visual arts education programming with local schools; maintaining good working relations with Cape Breton artists and enhancing relations with indigenous artists and educators; liaising with provincial and national visual arts groups, government bodies, and professional organizations.

Please visit our website to view the full job description – www.cbu.ca/employment.

Qualified candidates should send to the Human Resources Department:

- a letter of application quoting the reference number (CUR0905) and identifying his/her education and experience as it relates to this position;
- a resume;
- complete contact information of three references; and
- a copy of academic transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate).


Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. June 19, 2009. Email applicants will receive a return email confirming receipt.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cape Breton University is an equal opportunities/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Cape Breton University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal People, African Canadians or other persons from a visible minority group, persons with disabilities and women. Applicants who wish to be considered for this initiative should self-identify in their cover letter.

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Cape Breton University Human Resources Dept.
P.O. Box 5300, 1250 Grand Lake Road 1(902)563-1158 tel.
Sydney, NS B1P 6L2 (902)563-1458 fax
Website: www.cbu.ca email: humanresources -at- ns.aliantzinc.ca