The Scholar-in-Residence program

is an annual fellowship that invites an emerging scholar to pursue or continue an independent project that contributes new research on postwar and contemporary Italian art and who would benefit from access to the museum’s resources.

Magazzino Italian Art
Scholar-in-Residence, 2024–2025

Magazzino Italian Art, located in Cold Spring, New York, is excited to announce an expanded scope for the Scholar-in-Residence program for the 2024–2025 academic year. This nine-month fellowship, running from September 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025, welcomes applications from emerging scholars, from Pre-doctoral students in the writing stage of their dissertation to those who have received their doctorates within the previous five years. Applicants must be conducting independent research in postwar and contemporary Italian art, literature, music, architecture, and design. The selected candidate will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the vibrant cultural activities of Magazzino, while enjoying access to our extensive resources, including the Olnick Spanu Collection and the Germano Celant Research Center.

Position Overview

The Scholar-in-Residence program, initiated in 2018, is specifically designed to support emerging scholars specializing in postwar and contemporary Italian art, literature, and design. The selected candidate will receive an annual salary of $40,000, housing near the museum, and flexible leave time to engage in conferences, guest lectures, and off-site research essential for the completion of their proposed project. However, it's important to note that there is no budget allocated for travel during the fellowship period. The scholar will also have access to a designated workspace within the museum building, including the Germano Celant Research Center. Additionally, a car will be provided for local transportation (toll and gas not included). During the duration of the fellowship, Magazzino will host an exhibition on Maria Lai. The fellow will be expected to give tours and organize lectures pertaining to the Maria Lai exhibition during their tenure.

Responsibilities

  • Collaboration with the museum’s team, contributing expertise to public programs and exhibitions.

  • Leading regular tours of the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions.

  • Curating Magazzino’s annual spring lecture series.

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