Art Historian (f/m/d)

Galerie Gmurzynska is currently looking to fill a full-time position for an experienced Art Historian based in Zurich.

For over 50 years Galerie Gmurzynska has been a leading international art gallery, specializing in masterpieces of both classic modern and post war contemporary art; it is the leading gallery for the Avant-garde and early 20th century abstraction. During the past five decades Galerie Gmurzynska has published over 300 important books, which are renowned in the field of art history and form part of major art libraries worldwide. Galerie Gmurzynska continues to expand its program to build the bridge between Classic modern and Post-war art.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

• In-depth research of Modern Art works
• Writing for both publications and dossiers
• Working on loan requests
• Working on publication projects
• Proofreading and fact checking of gallery dossiers
• Archival research

Required knowledge, skills and qualifications

• Degree in Art History (B.A / M.A, Ph.D. helpful)
• Excellent art historical knowledge of the 20th century
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Familiar with Apple systems (helpful), able to work with Microsoft Office software
• Art database experience (helpful)
• Detail oriented person

Please submit your cover letter, CV and references by email to

Lucas Bscher
Galerie Gmurzynska
Paradeplatz 2
8001 Zurich
Switzerland
galeriegmurzynska.com