Program Director, MA in Art Business - NY and Online

ProgramDirector, MA in Art Business - NY and Online

About Sotheby’s Institute of Art

Established in 1969, Sotheby's Institute of Art is amongthe world's leading specialist higher education institutions, with campuseslocated in the world’s art capitals of London and New York, as well as online.With a global network of more than 8,000 alumni in influential roles across the industry, the Institute remains at the forefront of art and luxury businesseducation. Its New York campus, situated in the heart of Manhattan, providesunparalleled access to the city’s rich cultural and historical landscape.

The MA in Art Business was thefirst program of its kind, and its innovative curriculum continues to set theindustry standard. Inherently interdisciplinary, it draws on fields such as arthistory and theory, finance and management, law and ethics, and art marketstudies to help students develop both a critical and practical understanding ofthe art business. Its distinctive approach balances academic rigor withreal-world application and offers privileged access to leading art institutionsworldwide.

Sotheby’s Institute-New York holds permanentdegree-granting authority from the Board of Regents of the University of theState of New York and is accredited by the National Association of Schools ofArt and Design. More information can be found on our website: Sotheby’s Institute of Art

POSITION PROFILE

TheProgram Director of the MA in Art Business (MAAB) will lead SIA’s graduate programin Art Business, offered both in-person and online. As the MA program’sacademic and strategic leader, the Program Director will promote excellence,expand the program’s reach, and guide an innovative curriculum that reflectsthe evolving global art market. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertiseand recognized authority in the field of art business, demonstrated through adistinguished academic and/or industry record and significant higher-educationexperience. They will be an enthusiastic and engaged educator with exceptionaladministrative skills, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a robust network ofprofessional connections to support the program’s success.

Reporting tothe Director of the Institute, the MAAB Program Director will be a key memberof the Institute’s academic leadership, responsible for overseeing agraduate-level program while contributing to the broader academic andprofessional life of the Institute. The role will encompass teaching courses,supervising and assessing student work, engaging in scholarship and research,and managing the academic operations of the program. The Program Director willalso represent the Institute within the professional art world, fosteringconnections that will enhance the program’s visibility, relevance, and impact.

Strongcandidates will be able to complete many responsibilities below,successfully.

Overall Responsibility

• serving as academic leader of the MA in Art Business for in-person and online programs
• strengthening the program’s academic profile and reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the field
• teaching on the MA in Art Business and other programs at the Institute, as needed
• establishing strong external relationships with partners and stakeholders whose participation may enhance the program, including guest lecturers
• working closely with the Institute Director and other faculty and staff on Institute-wide curricular review and academic policy and procedure

Management andSupervision

For the MA in Art Business, theseresponsibilities may include:

1. to review, assess, oversee, and makerecommendations for ongoing changes and improvements in the curriculum, incoordination with the Institute’s academic goals, and in collaboration withother members of its leadership.

2. to identify and recruit potential newfaculty members; to orient, mentor, engage, and evaluate new and returningfaculty; to determine, in consultation with the Director, the workloadassignment for each faculty member; to make assignments for student advisement.

3. to closely oversee the assessment(grading and evaluation) processes in accordance with the standards ofaccreditation entities and the Institute.

4. to oversee the efficient operation of the Program, and to coordinate its operation with that of the other Programs,including, but not limited to:

* Toplan the academic calendar and class schedule

* Todevelop and manage the Program budget

* Towork closely with and participate in the supervision and evaluation of relevantProgram Coordinators.

5. to actively engage in the recruitment,conversion, and enrollment of applicants, in cooperation with the department ofGlobal Enrollment and Marketing, including participation in events,interviewing potential students, and preparing marketing materials.

In addition to these duties specificto the MA in Art Business, the Program Director may provide service to theInstitute as appropriate, including but not limited to the following:

1. To contribute to the formulation ofinstitute-wide academic strategy, policy, and procedure.

2. To serve as a member of or to chairInstitute committees as requested.

3. To prepare reports, documents, andother materials required as part of the Institute’s obligations to its accreditation entities.

4. To participate in professionalorganizations and activities as a representative of the Institute, and to maintain strong links with industry professionals on behalf of the Institute.

5. To participate in orientation,graduation, and other Institute events, as needed and identified by theDirector.

Teaching Responsibilities

TheProgram Director will have an opportunity to teach at the graduate level:

1. To provide lectures, classes, seminars, and visits as appropriate, and to participate in the assessment of student work related to those activities.
2. To serve as dissertation supervisor to an appropriate number of students.
3. To manage the planning of and participate in academic field study trips.

Research and Professional Activity

Therealso will be professional development and scholarship opportunitieswith covered expenses:

1. To position Sotheby’s Institute of Art as a thought leader in the field of art business byorganizing events such as seminars, conferences, and panels on relevant subjects.
2. To maintain a broad knowledge of scholarlyresearch, professional activity, and trends and developments in the field, and to actively engage with the dissemination of this knowledgethroughout the wider Institute.
3. To conduct academic research and/or professional activity that is commensurate with bothstanding as Program Director and as a faculty member of a teaching-intensive institution.
4. To present research findings atappropriate venues and to contribute fully to the research culture of the Institute, both in teaching methodology and subject specialization.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Werecognize that everyone will bring different strengths, and no one individualwill have all below qualifications. Strong candidates will bring manyqualifications listed below.

Minimum Requirements

• Terminal degree (PhD or professional equivalent) in a relevant field
• Deep expertise in the art business sector, supported by significant academic and professional experience
• Proven experience in higher-education teaching and curriculum development, ideally with graduate and international students, and a demonstrated commitment to mentorship and collaboration
• Strong record of scholarship, research, and/or thought leadership in art business or a related discipline (such as art market studies, sociology of art, cultural economics, history of collecting, etc.)
• Superior interpersonal and organizational skills with high emotional intelligence
  • Demonstrates diplomacy, discretion, and tact; communicates clearly and effectively. Exercises sound judgment in managing sensitive and/or complex situations
  • Prioritizes and manages competing demands under pressure with efficiency and accuracy. Anticipates challenges and takes proactive action to resolve issues
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, lead, and engage effectively with stakeholders across and beyond the Institute
• Mustbe able to report to the 570 Lexington Avenue campus in New York for teaching and program-related activities, with flexibility to work extended hours whennecessary to meet institutional priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong record of scholarly publication in artbusiness or related disciplines
• Broad expertise in the contemporryart market

• Familiarity with US higher education accreditation andcompliance
• Experience supervising faculty and mentoring emerging educators or practitioners
• Adeptness at teachingin both in-person and online environments; digital fluency in learning platforms
• Demonstrated success in student recruitmentand enrollment growth
• Experience with field-based learning (global study trips, industry site visits) and experientialpedagogy

• Budget/ finance management experience and data-informed decision-making capabilities
• Proficiencyin CANVAS, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint and GoogleApplications

PhysicalDemands

The physical demands listed hereare representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperform the essential functions of his/her job. Under the ADA, reasonableaccommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk andworking on a computer.
• Ability tohear, understand,and distinguish speech and/or other sounds.

WorkEnvironment

The work environmentcharacteristics listed here are representative of those an employee encounterswhile performing the essential functions of the job. Underthe ADA, reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

• Basic office environment
• Airplane, coach, traintravel

The above statements areintended to describe thegeneral nature and level of work being performed by anindividual assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustivelistof all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel soclassified. Sotheby’s Institute of Art NY reserves the right to modifythis job description in its sole discretion.

WorkAuthorization

• Must be legally authorized to work in theUS

SalaryExpectation

$100,000–$130,000 annual, plus fullbenefits. Salary commensurate with expertise,experience, and education.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

• Coverletter, CV or Resume, and list of three references are required.
• Please email all required materials to [email protected]
• We will begin reviewing applicationsimmediately and continue until the position is filled. Early application isencouraged.

Sotheby's Institute of Art is an equalopportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating aninclusive environment for all employees.