Assistant Curator

7 months ago


Doha, Qatar Northwestern University Full time

**Department**:NUQ Exhibition Space
**Salary/Grade**:EXS/6
The Assistant Curator of the Media Majlis at Northwestern University in Qatar (NUQ) will support the Curator of Art, Media and Technology in developing and managing exhibitions, publications, and programs. Conducts curatorial research, collaborates with artists and partners, creates interpretive materials, coordinates project timelines and budgets, organizes public programs and advisory groups, and represents the Media Majlis Museum at events and meetings. Works in partnership with NUQ faculty and students on possible exhibition contributions.
- Curatorial: Supports the development and execution of the museum's exhibitions, publications, and programs by conducting curatorial research, collaborating with artists, collectors, lenders, and partner institutions, creating and editing interpretive materials, and contributing to the overall planning and production of museum outputs under the guidance of the Curator of Art, Media and Technology.
- Administration: supervises the project lifecycle of exhibitions by developing timelines, tracking budgets, coordinating logistics, preparing necessary agreements and forms, serving as the primary point of contact for curatorial inquiries, maintaining master calendars and databases, and assisting the Curator of Art, Media and Technology with collections-related policies, plans, procedures, and accreditation matters.
- Coordinates public programs, hosts visiting artists and professionals, organizes Content Advisory Groups, collaborates with the Audiences and Outreach team on educational content, partners with the Registrar on collections management, represents the Media Majlis Museum at events and meetings, and assists with various reports and institutional needs.
- Create exhibition-related texts and summaries for use by departments such as Marketing and for gallery websites and publications.
- Maintain and update the three-year exhibitions calendar, including all deadlines and tracking all resources and materials (catalogues, websites, etc.) associated with each exhibition.

**Minimum Qualifications & Competencies**
- Bachelor's in journalism, communications, media, museum studies, curatorial studies, or similar.
- Prior work experience with students (high school or university).
- Two years of experience with exhibitions (museum, gallery, archive, etc.)
- Highly organized, with exceptional teamwork and time management skills, and high familiarity and comfort with new technology
- Fluent in English, including museum terminology and practice experience.
- Proactive in independent work, with a high level of discretion and confidentially.
- Ability to travel.

**Preferred Qualifications & Competencies**
- Masters in museum studies, curatorial studies, digital curation, journalism, communications, or media.
- Four-plus years of museum or similar experience.
- Experience in object handling storage, and digitization practices.
- Fluently bilingual (Arabic and English).
- Experience with curatorial research methodology.

Northwestern strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for people who can obtain them as a critical tool for minimizing severe illness. More information can be found on the COVID-19 and Campus Updates webpage.
- The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today._


  • Assistant Curator

    3 days ago


    Doha, Qatar Qatar Museums Full time

    Key Accountabilities: Role Purpose Assistant Curator will assist the curatorial department by developing and delivering high quality exhibitions and related activities for Mathaf in line with the Museum’s vision and history, participating in research, development, and display of the Collection and temporary exhibitions, publications and interpretation,...

  • Curator of Paintings

    7 months ago


    Doha, Qatar Qatar Museums Full time

    Key Accountabilities: - Conceive and coordinate research for works in the collection and ensure that collections data is complete. - Work in tandem with collections team concerning out-going loans, conservation review, and the needs of other traveling collection exhibitions and collection presentations - Advise management on the collection development plan;...


  • Doha, Qatar Tivoli Full time

    **Company Description** Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. The role of an...


  • Doha, Qatar RAFFLES Full time

    **THE ROLE** The Assistant Guest Service Manager assists the Guest Service Manager in the management of the Guest Services team. The Assistant Guest Service Manager is required to demonstrate humility in leadership of the team, be technically sound on Front Office software, prides the team on flair in service delivery, be a poised communicator, has an...

  • Assistant Chef

    8 months ago


    Doha, Qatar Phi Med Full time

    **Employer: Phi Fit** **Start Date: As soon as possible** **About us** PHI FIT is the Wellness wing of the PHI GROUP. It operates as a Subscription Diet Box and meal prep Kitchen, delivering dietician-curated meals to individuals with specific dietary goals. Formerly known as Avocado House, it has now been rebranded as PHI FIT, joining the Phi Group's...


  • Doha, Qatar Tivoli Full time

    Company Description Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. **Job...


  • Doha, Qatar Tivoli Full time

    **Company Description** Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. You will assist...


  • Doha, Qatar Tivoli Full time

    **Company Description** Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. As an Assistant...


  • Doha, Qatar Tivoli Full time

    Company Description Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. **Job...


  • Doha, Qatar Tivoli Full time

    Company Description Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. **Job...


  • Doha, Qatar NeXTfairs LLC Full time

    To work with teams, oversee the operations within the company, manage groups, coordinate with management, and engage in planning to meet company and project needs. Organising workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks. - Providing general administrative support to the office or department. - Assisting with day-to-day...

  • Assistant SPA Manager

    7 months ago


    Doha, Qatar Rosewood Hotel Group Full time

    **General Information**: - Country/Region- Qatar- Province/City- Doha- Location- Rosewood Doha- Department- Spa & Wellness- Job Type- Full-time Permanent**WHO ARE WE?** **About Rosewood Doha** - Housed in two striking towers inspired by the coral reefs in the seas surrounding Qatar, Rosewood Doha and Rosewood Residences Doha will redefine ultra-luxury...

  • Executive Assistant

    7 months ago


    Doha, Qatar Marriott International, Inc Full time

    **Job Number** 24070293 **Job Category** Administrative **Location** The Ritz-Carlton Doha, P.O. Box 23400, Doha, Qatar, Qatar VIEW ON MAP **Schedule** Full-Time **Located Remotely?** N **Relocation?** N **Position Type** Management **JOB SUMMARY** Supports the General Manager and his/her team by completing administrative responsibilities. Duties...


  • Doha, Qatar Rosewood Hotel Group Full time

    **General Information**: - Country/Region- Qatar- Province/City- Doha- Location- Rosewood Doha- Department- Sales & Marketing- Job Type- Full-time Permanent**Job Summary** Director of Sales & Marketing and Sales Managers to prepare all leasing documents. Responsible for setting up and inputting information into OPERA to set up reservation with designated...

  • Assistant SPA Manager

    3 months ago


    Doha, Qatar Marriott International, Inc Full time

    **Job Number** 24178626 **Job Category** Spa **Location** Sharq Village & Spa a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Ras Abu Abboud Street, Doha, Qatar, Qatar VIEW ON MAP **Schedule** Full-Time **Located Remotely?** N **Relocation?** N **Position Type** Management **JOB SUMMARY** Assists with supervising and coordinating activities of employees delivering spa services,...


  • Doha, Qatar Marriott International, Inc Full time

    **Job Number** 23062570 **Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary **Location** Al Messila a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Doha, Um Al Saneem Street, Doha, Qatar, Qatar VIEW ON MAP **Schedule** Full-Time **Located Remotely?** N **Relocation?** N **Position Type** Non-Management *** Organize cleaning chemicals and supplies. Organize supply rack,...


  • Doha, Qatar IHG Full time

    **About us** Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the original boutique hotel company, which pioneered the concept of unique, distinctive, design-forward hotels in San Francisco, California before expanding worldwide. Anchored in one-of-a-kind experiences, Kimpton spaces and experiences center on our guests, offering an inspiring design that evokes curiosity to...


  • Doha, Qatar Minor International Full time

    **Company Description** Founded in 1933 in Portugal, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has built and maintained a distinct charismatic character and elegant personality in all its properties. From cosmopolitan hideaways to seaside paradises and a growing global portfolio, Tivoli curates exceptional services and experiences for its cherished guests. You will be one...


  • Doha, Qatar Marriott International, Inc Full time

    **Job Number** 24083512 **Job Category** Sales & Marketing **Location** The Ritz-Carlton Doha, P.O. Box 23400, Doha, Qatar, Qatar VIEW ON MAP **Schedule** Full-Time **Located Remotely?** N **Relocation?** N **Position Type** Non-Management *** Assist management in training, evaluating, counseling, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a...


  • Doha, Qatar IHG Full time

    **About us** Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the original boutique hotel company, which pioneered the concept of unique, distinctive, design-forward hotels in San Francisco, California before expanding worldwide. Anchored in one-of-a-kind experiences, Kimpton spaces and experiences center on our guests, offering an inspiring design that evokes curiosity to...