The UI Stanley Museum of Art is pleased to offer one half-time graduate assistantship for the 2026–27 academic year that reports to the Curator of Learning and Engagement.

It is a 50% (20 hrs./wk.) appointment, paid at the minimum Graduate College stipend level (https://grad.uiowa.edu/funding/graduate-assistantships-and-loans/graduate-assistantships), with a 100% tuition scholarship each semester based upon the Board of Regents resident graduate tuition.

Graduate Assistantship in Learning and Engagement

This graduate assistantship is ideally suited for students with experience and interest in art and museum education, as well as outreach and research.

Principle Responsibilities

• Prepare creative, enriching, and accessible gallery experiences of the museum’s exhibitions for the public, particularly university students and faculty.

• Develop object-based presentations and activities for a university audience.

• Assist with the museum’s public programs.

• Engage with the public and peers once during the course of the academic year by leading a public program, a discussion with staff or peers, or other project.

• Provide organizational support for university class visits, including calendar management and workflows.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• B.A. in the arts, education, or other related discipline

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

• Familiarity with MS Office Suite.

• Possess calm and responsive demeanor when teaching and during public programs.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Exemplary research ability.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

• Experience in museums, galleries, or other relevant art settings desirable but not required.

To apply, please send the following to Dr. Kimberly Datchuk, Curator of Learning & Engagement, kimberly-datchuk@uiowa.edu (mailto:kimberly-datchuk@uiowa.edu)

Application Requirements:

1.Cover letter

2. CV

3. Acknowledgment from dissertation/thesis advisor or department chair that they know you are applying for this assistantship (they can send an email directly to Kimberly Datchuk)