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Research Assistant
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US-CA-Los Angeles
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c054a24fa0995e52d76904207f7e988d-122020
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Job Summary



Supports director of the Getty Research Institute (GRI) by facilitating research and/or assisting with research projects, exhibitions, and publications. The ideal candidate will be a graduate student with a strong working knowledge in Spanish and a background in Pre-Columbian art history and/or archaeology.



Major Job Responsibilities




  • Researches, edits, and enters content into research database of Maya Jaina figurines. Populates fields with keywords describing figurines.

  • Manages and enters data into Excel spreadsheets related to ongoing research project on the provenance of Pre-Hispanic art.

  • Conducts research in GRI Special Collections

  • Contributes to the conceptual development of a project by organizing/creating documentation of research materials, such as bibliographies, searching for and ordering texts, writing literature reviews, etc.

  • Researches and manages database of bibliographic references

  • Requests images for exhibitions and/or publications; researches and obtains art and image permissions

  • Proofreads, edits, and translates as needed

  • Assists with creation of project websites and PowerPoint presentations

  • May copyedit essays, author biographies, endnotes, etc.


Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in art history or related field; Master’s degree preferred

  • 0-2 years research experience (education may be considered)

  • Strong working knowledge in Spanish


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


  • Background in Pre-Columbian art history or archaeology

  • Attention to details and interest in maintaining metadata standards

  • 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 and Adobe software suites preferred, experience with FileMaker Pro a plus


J. Paul Getty Trust

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