Job Type
Part-Time
Job Duration
1-2 Years
Salary
$28.34 - $28.34
Min Experience
None
Min Education
BA/BS/Undergraduate
Salary - Type
Hourly Wage
Job Function
Miscellaneous
Description
Job Summary
The Research Assistant assists the Associate Director of Dissemination and External Affairs at the GettyResearchInstitute (GRI) by facilitatingresearchand/or assisting withresearchprojects, exhibitions, and publications. The ideal candidate will be a graduate student with a strong working knowledge of Spanish and a background in Pre-Columbian art history and/or archaeology or Latin American studies. The ideal candidate will have some experience with and interest in dissemination in its many forms in the arts and culture sector.
This is a three (3) year, limited term position.
Major Job Responsibilities
- Conducts research in GRI Special Collections
- Contributes to the conceptual development of a project by organizing/creating documentation ofresearchmaterials, such as bibliographies, searching for and ordering texts, writing literature reviews, etc.
- Assists with ongoingresearchprojects in aspects of Latin-American art, ancient to contemporary
- Assists as needed with the work of the GRI division of Dissemination and External Affairs, including the departments of Digital Media and Content Strategy, Internal and External Affairs, and Publications
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in art history or related field; Master’s degree or some graduate work preferred; PhD or ABD welcome
- Background in Pre-Columbian art history or archaeology, or Latin American studies
- 0-2 years research experience (education may be considered)
- Working knowledge in Spanish preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner
- Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work on teams
- Ability to set and meet deadlines for oneself
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe software suites preferred
Job ID: 85304289
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