Seeking Curator for Public Programs and Director of Publications

Carnegie Mellon University’s (CMU) School of Architecture invites applications for the position of Curator of Public Programs and Director of CM–A Publications. This position is a special faculty position responsible for creating dynamic events, publications and exhibitions that bring together the school’s many constituents and audiences. You will contribute to the school by working with faculty and students to produce the annual public programs series that include lectures, symposia, panel discussions, screenings and exhibitions. You will also direct the annual publication of student work, EX-CHANGE, and its accompanying exhibition. The public programs at the school serve to bridge the various interests of the programs across architectural design, urban design, building performance, sustainable design, computational design and construction management. They also are a means to address the school’s pedagogical focus on climate change, artificial intelligence and social justice. 

This is a unique opportunity for someone with experience working in multiple modes of architectural discourse (events, publications, exhibitions, etc.) to work strategically and build partnerships within the school, across the university, and beyond. We are looking for someone who will bring leadership and vision to the launch of the school’s forthcoming publishing imprint. Experience writing and editing is a plus, particularly experience taking illustrated books from the concept stage through printing. With many concurrent projects underway, the ideal candidate is also comfortable managing a team, commissioning designers and working with outside editors to meet tight deadlines. 

Flexibility, excellence and passion are vital qualities within the School of Architecture. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the school and university through their work. The Curator of Public Programs must be a strong communicator: someone who is personable and fosters a welcoming environment for our diverse students, faculty, outside audiences and invited guests.

Your core responsibilities will include overseeing the school’s public programs, exhibitions, EX-CHANGE and Publications. See complete description at http://apply.interfolio.com/144225.

Qualifications
–Bachelor’s degree with curatorial work or Master’s degree in architecture or related field
–One to three years of experience in curatorial work
–Experience working on illustrated books is a plus

Deadline to apply: May 31

School description
The CMU School of Architecture is situated within the College of Fine Arts, alongside the Schools of Art, Design, Drama and Music. We are part of one of the world’s leading research institutions at the interdisciplinary intersection of technology, the arts and the humanities. As such, a wide range of transdisciplinary educational and research opportunities exist at the school, college and university. If your creative work is breaking new ground, you will find an encouraging, stimulating environment to support your explorations.

The school is a team of dedicated educators, designers, researchers, practitioners and interdisciplinary collaborators who instruct approximately 430 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students. Our philosophy is to provide deep immersion in the discipline of architecture across our B. Arch, M. Arch and post-professional master’s and doctoral programs, intensified by a university culture of interdisciplinary innovation and creative inquiry. Our programs take advantage of specialized facilities and centers like the Robert L. Preger Intelligent Workplace, Design Fabrication Lab (dFAB), Code Lab, Remaking Cities Institute, and the IDeATe Physical Computing Lab. Also, our location in the dynamic, post-industrial city of Pittsburgh provides us a unique urban context for inquiry and action.

More information about the School of Architecture can be found on our website: architecture.cmu.edu

Application instructions
To learn more about the position and to apply, access the online application form.

Our Statement of Assurance is available here.