The role of the Senior Curator will be to conduct research towards information delivery in the permanent galleries, to lead a team of curators to deliver research programmes in line with the overall aims of the Zayed National Museum, to contribute to the public programmes through the delivery of exhibitions, events, lectures, workshops and handling sessions; work with colleagues across the museum to deliver temporary exhibitions and eventually to refresh permanent displays; to engage with scholars, in the UAE and internationally, and to exchange ideas and develop a network of contacts in the relevant field of study.
Responsibilities
Work with the Chief Curator and department Director to develop the display collections through acquisitions (purchased and donated), commissions and loans.
Advise the Chief Curator on research opportunities, potential acquisitions, and potential exhibitions and displays.