Top 43 Curator Jobs in Sterling, Va

Curatorial Assistant
The Phillips Collection —Washington, DC
- $47,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Member Concierge
Hammer and Nails VA|MD|DC —Gainesville, VA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Cosmetology License
- Sales
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Hammer and Nails VA|MD|DC —Leesburg, VA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Server
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants —Reston, VA
- $2.13 an hour + tips
- Full-time
- Bar
- English
- Cash register
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Genome Data Curator / Molecular Biologist – GenBank Submissions
Computercraft —Bethesda, MD
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Computer skills
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Curatorial Assistant
Glenstone Museum —Potomac, MD
- $49,000 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
4d
Event Coordinator / Curator
The Park at 14th —Washington, DC
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Communication skills
Editor, IS-1082-09
National Museum of Asian Art —Washington, DC
- $70,623 - $82,396 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Genome Data Curator / Molecular Biologist – GenBank Submissions
Computercraft Corporation —Bethesda, MD
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Computer skills
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Curator of Photography (Art)
US National Gallery of Art —Washington, DC
- $151,661 - $228,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Team management
5d
Genomic Data Curator / Molecular Biologist – Sequence Analysis & Workflows
Computercraft —Bethesda, MD
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Genomic Data Curator / Molecular Biologist – Sequence Analysis & Workflows
Computercraft Corporation —Bethesda, MD
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Director, Museum Outreach and Engagement
International Arts & Artists —Washington, DC
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Supervising experience
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
1d
Director of Public Engagement and Learning, IS-1701-13
Asian Pacific American Center —Washington, DC
- $121,785 - $138,024 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Research
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
12d
Curating Associate
RH —McLean, VA
- $31 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
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8d
Rare Materials Metadata Specialist
Georgetown University —Washington, DC
- $47,586.00 - $87,558.13 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Library Technician
Library Systems & Services LLC —Washington, DC
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Collections Manager
Museum of the Bible —Washington, DC
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Writing skills
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8d
Part-Time Art Handler II
American University —Washington, DC
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
Exhibit Specialist – Art Handler/Mountmaker
Museum of the Bible —Washington, DC
- $31.25 - $39.37 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
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Curatorial Assistant

The Phillips Collection -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$47,000 - $50,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Life insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Presentation software
Word embeddings

Full Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Curatorial Assistant provides essential administrative, research, and project support to the Chief Curator and contributes to the work of the Curatorial Department. The individual supports exhibitions and installations, art historical research, publications, acquisitions, arts committee activities, and other special projects that advance the Museum’s mission as a welcoming home for all where the vision and spirit of artists thrive in intimate settings.

This full-time position includes full benefit eligibility: medical, dental, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, life insurance, LTD (long-term disability), retirement, PTO (paid time off), AAM membership, Capital Bikeshare, voluntary programs, and more.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Exhibitions, Installations, and Publications

Assist with the research, planning, organization, and implementation of exhibitions and installations organized by the Chief Curator.
Conduct, scan, organize, and track research and bibliographies using online databases and in-person visits to local libraries and archives.
Research, draft, edit, and proofread interpretive materials, including image files, wall texts, extended object labels, blog posts, and website/app content.
Assist in creating and maintaining exhibition checklists, layouts, and graphics, including work on the Virtual Gallery platform.
Support the preparation of reports, presentations, articles, lectures, and publications.

Departmental Coordination and Meetings

Assist in planning and facilitating departmental and interdepartmental meetings, including acquisitions and loans meetings, arts committee board meetings, and team meetings.
Take and circulate clear, accurate meeting notes.
Support the acquisitions program through tracking, artist and object research, creation of collection files, writing object justifications for board books, preparing PowerPoint presentations, and communicating with dealers, galleries, collectors, and artists.

Public and Stakeholder Engagement

Answer inquiries, conduct gallery tours and talks, and participate in public programs.
Support the Chief Curator’s efforts to steward relationships with members, donors, patrons, artists, and museum audiences.
Assist with communications with colleagues, donors, partners, and lenders, including loan correspondence, loan forms, and deeds of gift.
Help gather, draft, proofread copy for marketing and advancement materials—such as grants, press releases, prospectuses, and member magazine content—to promote the collection, exhibitions, and institutional initiatives.

Administrative and Logistical Support

Coordinate meetings, travel, and appointments for the Chief Curator.
Process invoices and payment requisitions.
Coordinate logistical needs for external visitors (artists, curators, advisors), including arranging travel, lodging, and meals.
Establish and maintain professional contacts within the local, national, and international arts community while staying current with new scholarship and issues in the field.
Work collaboratively on curatorial and museum-wide initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA in Art History or a related field required; advanced degree with expertise in modern and contemporary art preferred.
One to two years of prior museum experience.
Superior research and analytical skills.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Keen attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively across all levels of the institution.
Ability to work effectively with staff, arts professionals, artists, and the public.
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, coordinate multiple complex projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Strong sense of accountability for achieving strategic priorities and goals.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in French desirable.

The requisition for this job closes September 8, 2026. After that interviews will commence with the fitting applicants.

No phone calls, no recruiters, please.

The Phillips Collection is an equal opportunity employer and administers all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, veteran status, personal appearance, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment at The Phillips Collection is at-will. At-will means that you may terminate your employment at any time for any reason with or without notice and that The Phillips may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

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