Curador assistente, Pintura Europeia

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is hiring an Assistant Curator – or, for candidates with commensurate experience, an Associate Curator – for its Department of European Paintings. The role focuses on 19th‑century European painting with a particular emphasis on Impressionism. Responsibilities include scholarly research, curating exhibitions, writing gallery labels, collaborating with technicians, contributing to digital platforms, publishing, and supporting public education and outreach. Candidates must hold a PhD in art history, specialize in 19th‑century painting, possess reading knowledge of French or German, and have at least two years of curatorial or academic experience. The position is full‑time, based at The Met Fifth Avenue in New York, and requires the employee to reside within commuting distance of the museum (NY, NJ, CT, or PA). Salary ranges from $87,000 to $92,000 annually, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid leave, commuter benefits, and staff discounts. The application deadline is August 14, 2026. Applicants should submit their materials through the Met’s online career portal.