Anne L. Poulet Curatorial Fellowship 2026–2028

Full-time Temporary Exempt

Background

Opened to the public in 1935 The Frick Collection is a world-renowned art museum consisting of more than 1500 works of art from the ninth to the nineteenth centuries displayed in the intimate surroundings of the former home of Pittsburgh industrialist Henry Clay Frick. It is considered one of the worlds most perfect museums and the residence is one of New York Citys few remaining Gilded Age mansions. The Frick welcomes nearly 300000 visitors a year encouraging visitors to closely observe reflect and engage with its esteemed collection.

The Frick Art Research Library founded by Mr. Fricks daughter Helen Clay Frick in 1935 is an internationally recognized research library that serves as one of the worlds most complete resources for the study of Western art. Our entire staff ensures that the resources of The Frick Collection are made accessible and inviting to all persons whomsoever in accordance with the wishes of the museums founder.

Workplace Culture

At the Frick Collection we pride ourselves on promoting an open and welcoming workplace culture that supports work-life balance. The Frick strives to provide our employees with competitive salaries and exceptional benefits in a beautiful and pleasant work setting while offering an excellent opportunity to appreciate some of the worlds finest works of art.

The Frick Collection provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to personal characteristics such as race color religion sex age national origin disability pregnancy genetic information military or veteran status sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression marital and civil partnership/union status alienage or citizenship status creed genetic predisposition or carrier status unemployment status familial status domestic violence sexual violence or stalking victim status caregiver status or other characteristics protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Position Summary

The Anne L. Poulet Curatorial Fellow will have an opportunity to work with curatorial and educational staff on research for permanent collection displays and special exhibitions. Other curatorial training responsibilities include participation in the organization of the annual Symposium on the History of Art a two-day event co-sponsored with the Institute of Fine Arts New York University; a lecture series; and the daily administrative routines of a small museum. The Fellow will have a place of study access to the collections and library as well as introductions to New York City museums and libraries. Frick curators and conservation staff will be available for consultation on the dissertation. The Fellow will divide his or her time between the completion of the dissertation and activities in the Curatorial Department. The Fellow is considered a full-time temporary exempt employee for the duration of the two-year fellowship. . The term is expected to begin in September 2026 and conclude in August 2028.

The Anne L. Poulet Curatorial Fellow will have an opportunity to work with curatorial and educational staff on research for permanent collection displays and special exhibitions. Other curatorial training responsibilities include participation in the organization of the annual Symposium on the History of Art a two-day event co-sponsored with the Institute of Fine Arts New York University; a lecture series; and the daily administrative routines of a small museum. The Fellow will have a place of study access to the collections and library as well as introductions to New York City museums and libraries. Frick curators and conservation staff will be available for consultation on the dissertation. The Fellow will divide his or her time between the completion of the dissertation and activities in the Curatorial Department. The Fellow is considered a full-time temporary exempt employee for the duration of the two-year fellowship. .The term is expected to begin in September 2026 and conclude in August 2028.

Benefits of Employment with The Frick Collection

Paid Holidays: All full-time employees are eligible for 14 paid holiday; all federal holidays plus Juneteenth and Election Day and four floating holidays each year: two floating holidays that may be used January - June; two that may be used July - December.

Sick and Vacation Time: All full-time employees are eligible to accrue up to 12 sick days and 12 vacation days in their first year of subsequent years eligible full-time employees accrue up to 12 sick days and 25 vacation days per year.

Family Leave: We provide all eligible employees with bereavement leave and paid parental leave and adhere to federal family leave laws.

Health Dental and Vision Insurance: All eligible full-time employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in employee-sponsored benefit plans. Employees contribute to the cost of health insurance based on income level and type of coverage selected.

Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance: The Frick covers the entire cost of disability and life insurance benefits for all eligible full-time employees. The life insurance benefit is up to three times the employees annual salary.

Retirement: The Frick supports all eligible employees in planning for retirement by offering participation in a 403(b) tax-deferred savings plan and a defined-benefit pension plan. We also offer retiree health benefits for retirees and their eligible dependents.

Wellness Programs: The Frick offers programs including an Employee Assistance Plan and discounts on a Citi Bike membership.

Additional Benefits: The Frick also offers eligible employees benefits including discounted MetroCards/TransitCheks and flexible spending accounts for medical expenses dependent care and commuting costs and a Seamless discount on days when working onsite.

Physical Requirements

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship. Physical requirements are comparable to most office roles: the ability to interact in-person with colleagues and use common office tools and machines (computer phone); and the ability to traverse throughout the offices and building(s) both inside and outside of the museum and visit different levels of the building.

Qualifications and Application Process

Applicants must be within two years of completing their dissertations. The Fellow will receive a salaried stipend of $58000 per year and a travel allowance. The Fellow is also considered a full-time employee for the duration of their fellowship and will be eligible for the benefits associated with full-time employment.

Applications must include the following materials:

• A cover letter explaining the applicants interest in the fellowship. The letter should include a home address phone number and email address.
• An abstract not to exceed three typed pages double-spaced describing the applicants area of research.
• A complete curriculum vitae of education employment honors awards and publications. Please include anticipated date of completion for Ph.D. program.
• A copy of a published paper or a writing sample in English no more than fifty pages in length.
• Three letters of recommendation (academic and professional). Letters of recommendation should be sent to directly from recommenders include candidates name in subject line. PDFs of signed letters on university or business stationary are preferred.

Deadline: December 31 2025.

We anticipate conducting interviews in February and March 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principal at The Frick Collection where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race color religion sex national origin age marital status alienage or citizenship status sexual orientation disability pregnancy military status creed genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.