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Tate is seeking an experienced curator of modern and contemporary photography with the authority and reputation to bring about a quantum change in Tate's ability to collect and show photography at Tate Britain and Tate Modern. In this prominent new role, you'll be based within the curatorial department at Tate Modern, but will work across both Tate Britain and Tate Modern working on the acquisition and research of photographic works for the Tate Collection. In addition, you'll contribute to the conception and delivery of the photography exhibition programme at Tate Britain and Tate Modern.

You must have a high level of knowledge of the issues surrounding collecting modern and contemporary photography for museums and extensive experience of the process involved in staging displays and exhibitions, including managing budgets. Confident in your subject knowledge, you must have the authority to be able to guide and advise the Heads of Collections on acquisition strategy and the flair to make an active contribution to the conception of photography-related displays and exhibitions across Tate.

Your degree and post-graduate qualification in photography or history of art (or another related field) will be complemented a proven track record in publishing and research and by significant experience of working in an art gallery, museum or collection setting. A natural collaborator, you'll be able to work effectively with colleagues across the organisation and your accomplished networking skills will mean you'll be able to draw on an established network of contacts in the photography field.

Contact details/How to apply:

For further information and to download an application pack, please visit www.tate.org.uk If you’re unable to access the website please email jobs -at- tate.org.uk quoting ref: 8140. Closing date: 9 January 2009. First round interviews will be held on 27 January 2009. Second interviews will be held in early February 2009.

As an independent thinker and an experienced curator of photography and modern and contemporary international art, you’ll focus your creative energies on the acquisition and research of works for the Tate Collection. As well as researching and proposing acquisitions, this creative and challenging role will place you at the heart of our acquisitions strategy, championing photography and further developing its scope within Tate. You’ll collaborate with the Head of Collections (International art) to inform others of developments and events within modern and contemporary photography. You’ll also engage in scholarly debates and actively contribute to the conception of displays and exhibitions.

Required Skills:
Your degree/postgraduate degree in the history of art or photography (or a related field) will be complemented by demonstrable knowledge of – and practical involvement in – photography and modern and contemporary international art. You’ll also have an established (and enviable) network of contacts in the field of photography. It is also important that you have extensive experience of staging photography displays and exhibitions. The nature of the role will mean regular overseas travel and attending functions outside normal hours.

Application Instructions:
For further information and to download an application pack, please visit the Tate's website.
Salary: c. £35,000 p.a.
Closing date: 27 May 2008. Interviews: 9 June 2008.
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Tate’s mission is to increase the public’s knowledge, understanding and appreciation of art, by displaying a collection of some of the best modern and contemporary art the world has to offer.

The Collections team within the Curatorial Department is responsible for Tate’s acquisition programme and plays a leading role within Tate in researching the Collection. This post will assist and support the work of the Collections team relating to Modern and Contemporary British Art from 1950, dealing with acquisitions, research and publishing on the collection, displays and specialist enquiries.

You will need a degree or post-graduate degree in a relevant subject in art history or a related field, along with a broad knowledge of twentieth-century art, and proven relevant work experience. You will also need specialist knowledge of one or more aspects of the area that the post covers i.e. Modern and Contemporary British art from 1950.

In addition you will need excellent writing, research, and organisational skills. Your well-developed interpersonal skills will enable you to work effectively as part of a team and collaboratively across Tate. You will also be able to prioritise your work to meet deadlines, and maintain your attention to detail under pressure.

For further information and to download an application pack, please visit www.tate.org.uk .
Full-time, 12 month contract at £21,000 p.a. Closing date: 28 April 2008. Interviews to be held on 21 May 2008.

Tate Britain seeks a temporary Assistant Curator to co-ordinate the delivery of major exhibitions. As well as planning and managing loan requests and providing research for larger exhibitions, you'll maintain documentation and administration and liaise between many different colleagues and contractors, from artists and designers to fellow curators, technicians and exhibition sponsors. Your ability to build effective working relationships will make you a valuable team member. This position is temporary maternity cover of up to 12 months.

For further information and to download an application pack, please visit the Tate's website or email jobs -at- tate.org.uk quoting ref: 7207.

Salary: £21,000 p.a.
Closing date: 10 March 2008.
Interviews: 1 April 2008.

Tate Britain's programme of exhibitions and collection displays provide public access to some of the most interesting and ground-breaking British contemporary art being made today. To ensure the highest standard of content and delivery of this programme Tate is currently seeking an experienced Curator to play a leading role in our team.

Your substantial curatorial experience and demonstrable knowledge of modern and contemporary British art will be enhanced by specialist expertise and a demonstrable interest in interdisciplinary arts practice. Collaborating with other Tate team members you will take a lead in devising, developing and delivering exhibitions and collection displays, as well as contributing to the Tate Britain programme and its vision. Your first-class writing and research skills will enable you to contribute to learning and scholarship within Tate. You'll have proven excellent organisational, planning and project management skills. While the emphasis is on curatorial work on the programme (exhibition delivery) you'll also contribute your expertise to Tate's acquisitions process.

Temporary for up to 12 months (maternity cover). Part time over 4 days (28.8 hours per week). Up to �24,000 pa (pro rata to �30,000 pa).

For further information and to download an application pack, please visit the Tate website. Closing date: 28 January 2008. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 11 February 2008.