Curator for Research, Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop

Job Title: Curator for Research

Description: The Curator for Research's role is to devise and deliver programme which furthers our support for artists and helps to define the role of ESW within the visual arts sector in Scotland and internationally, and to manage and evaluate this programme within the wider context of ESW's activities and ambitions. This is a highly practical role and one where there is scope to innovate and adapt, through a mode of joint reflection, experimentation and openness to create new ways to be ambitious for our stakeholders and for contemporary sculpture practice in general.

Deadline: Monday 8 January 2026, 5pm

Salary: £30254 - £32254 Pro rata, dependent on skills and experience.

Term: Permanent.

Days: 4 days a week (28 hours)

Flexible Working Considerations: We would consider Job Share applications but please contact us in advance so we have time to consider the proposed structure for covering the work. A proposal for shorter hours may be considered depending on the approach suggested by the applicant.

If you would like to discuss the post prior to applying please contact Laura Simpson, ESW's Director. mailto:[email protected] - [email protected]

Accessibility: Information and applications can be provided in alternative formats and adjustments can be made for the application or interview process. Interviewees will receive some of the questions in advance.

Interview Date: The interview date is expected to be in the 3rd or 4th week of January 2026 (information on our website will be updated with a specific date). The interviews will be in person at ESW.