Research Curator Henry Moore Institute, Leeds (one-year fixed term contract)

Research Curator Henry Moore Institute, Leeds (one-year fixed term contract)

Henry Moore Foundation Closing date: Mon, 27 Jul 2026

Artform: Visual arts
Role: Curation
Contract: Temporary
North East
South East
Yorkshire

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of Henry Moore Institute, the post-holder will devise and deliver an innovative programme of research and study that places the Henry Moore Institute as the UK’s leading, specialist organisation for the consideration and presentation of sculpture.

Job Description

Support the Head of Henry Moore Institute in the development and delivery of the Institute's scholarly programme and research activity.
Devise and deliver a public programme of scholarly research activities that supports and complements the exhibitions programme and enriches the Foundation's artistic
and academic ambitions.
Develop and manage talks, events, conferences, seminars, study days, research projects and other research-led activities.
Create opportunities for exchange between artists, academics, researchers, students and public audiences.
Work closely with colleagues across exhibitions, collections, library and archive, learning, digital and communications to ensure research activity is integrated across
the Institute's programme.
Deliver the Institute's research fellowship programme, including overseeing coordination, communication, support for fellows and integration with the wider programme.
Identify, develop and maintain relationships with academic and research partners in Yorkshire, nationally and internationally.
Support collaborative projects that extend and advance the study of sculpture.
Maintain academic networks and represent the Henry Moore Foundation in relevant professional, scholarly and sector contexts.
Contribute copy and research content for marketing, social media, print and web platforms, including web-based research materials.
Input into fundraising strategy for the wider programme and help prepare content for funding applications, specifically identifying and pursuing funds for research programme activities.
Contribute to the review and evaluation of research activity, including audience engagement and programme impact.
Manage budgets allocated by the Head of Henry Moore Institute.
Contribute to written reports for Trustee Board meetings and Committee meetings as required.
Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required.

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have a post-graduate degree in the history of art and a particular interest in sculpture, preferably with at least two years' experience in scholarly research and in the management of public programmes in an academic or cultural institution. However, a passion for sculpture and proven ability to engage in scholarly rigour and discourse, and a track record in programming and managing public events are the paramount attributes for this role. A highly skilled people manager and communicator with the ability to enthuse and inspire others, the post-holder will be confident in leading the small research team and delivering talks and presentations to a wide range of stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

To curate and deliver the Henry Moore Institute's research programme, including public talks, events, conferences, fellowships and collaborative research activities. Working closely with the Head of Henry Moore Institute and colleagues across the Institute, the Research Curator supports the scholarly profile of the Institute and contributes to its role as the UK's leading
specialist organisation for the study and presentation of sculpture.
The role develops and maintains academic and research partnerships in Yorkshire, nationally and internationally, creating opportunities for exchange between artists, scholars,
researchers, students and public audiences, and ensuring that research activity supports and complements the Institute's exhibitions, collections and wider programme.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Research Curator Henry Moore Institute, Leeds (one-year fixed term contract)
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Curation
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Mon, 27 Jul 2026
  • Location:
    North East
    South East
    Yorkshire

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position and, having read the job specification, you have the credentials to meet the requirements of the role, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. Please apply using the application form supplied. When completing the form it would be helpful if you could address the points in the person specification and tell us about any gaps in your employment history. Thank you.
Further information about the Henry Moore Institute is available at our website: https://henrymoore.org/henry-moore-institute/
Please return your completed application form (no CVs please) to the HR team at [email protected] by 9am, Monday 27 July 2026.
Interviews will take place for shortlisted candidates in Leeds on Thursday 6 August (see pack for further details re: applicant holidays).