Curator – Ukrainian Museum of Canada

November 23, 2026 Title: Curator Job Description: Job Opportunity: Curator Ukrainian Museum of Canada | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Position: Full-time, three-year contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to confirmation of continued funding. Salary: Starting salary of $60,000–$65,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience, with opportunities for progression under the Museum’s established compensation framework. Reports to: Executive Director and CEO Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Application Deadline: Monday, November 23, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST. The Ukrainian Museum of Canada invites applications for the position of Curator. This full-time, three-year position is supported by the Shevchenko Foundation’s Temerty Sustainability Program. Founded in 1936, the Ukrainian Museum of Canada is one of Canada’s leading institutions dedicated to Ukrainian art, culture, and heritage. Its collection of more than 12,000 objects encompasses traditional arts, textiles, material culture, and works of historical and contemporary significance. As the Museum enters its tenth decade, we are expanding our curatorial and research capacity. We seek an accomplished, intellectually curious curator who can develop ambitious exhibitions, conduct original research, and bring fresh perspectives to the interpretation of Ukrainian and Ukrainian Canadian art, history, and material culture. The successful candidate will bring scholarly expertise, creative vision, and a strong aesthetic sensibility, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. They will be capable of leading complex curatorial projects while working collaboratively with colleagues to develop exhibitions and programs that reflect the Museum’s mission and institutional priorities. The Ukrainian Museum of Canada operates with a small, collaborative team in which all staff contribute to the practical work of delivering exhibitions, programs, and events. This is a hands-on position requiring flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to assist with exhibition installation and deinstallation, event setup, welcoming guests, and other tasks essential to the Museum’s work. Key Responsibilities Exhibitions and Research Lead the research, development, and delivery of original exhibitions, working collaboratively with Museum colleagues from initial concept through installation. Conduct independent scholarly and object-based research, contributing to the documentation, interpretation, and understanding of the Museum’s collections. Develop compelling exhibition narratives and produce high-quality interpretive texts, scholarly essays, and publications. Manage exhibition projects from concept through installation, including budgets, schedules, loans, and coordination with artists and external partners. Contribute to long-term curatorial planning, touring exhibitions, and the development of the Museum’s research priorities. Artist Relations and P