Patrick J.J. Maveety Assistant Curator of Asian Arts

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience or a combination of education and relevant experience. Ph.D. in the History of Art or related field is strongly preferred, in combination with museum experience.

• Fluency in at least one Asian language; second Asian language desired.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism to interact with a wide range of people at different levels of an organization.

• Established record of scholarly achievement.

• Proven ability to effectively and efficiently manage multiple priorities, with competing deadlines.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.

• Demonstrated ability to build effective long-term relationships both internally and externally and the ability to clearly articulate and advocate the Center’s goals.

• Proven experience working with collectors and all aspects of donor cultivation.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently perform desk based computer tasks, seated work and use light/ fine grasping.

• Occasionally stand, walk, and write by hand, lift, carry, push pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Working Conditions

• May work extended or non-standard hours, weekends and holidays based on business needs.

• Occasional local and overnight travel may be required.

• May work in areas with exposure to dust, paint, chemicals and other toxins.

Work Standards

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, https://adminguide.stanford.edu/.

The job description can also be found on the American Alliance of Museums, College Art Association, and Association of Academic Museums and Galleries sites. Please submit a cover letter describing experience, as well as a c.v. as described.

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, https://adminguide.stanford.edu/

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

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