Assistant or Associate Curator of Antiquities

J. Paul Getty Trust, The • Malibu, CA

1d • $72,381 - $113,185 • Hybrid

About The Position

The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks an Assistant or Associate Curator of Antiquities to join the Department of Antiquities at the Getty Villa. The position is part of the curatorial team responsible for a collection of predominantly Greek, Roman, Etruscan, and Egyptian antiquities ranging from the Neolithic Period through Late Antiquity. The role level will be determined based on qualifications. The curator assists in developing, administering, and presenting the collection, expands knowledge of the collections, develops research projects, builds on collection strengths, and establishes collaborations and partnerships with colleagues across the Museum and Getty programs. The position reports directly to the Anissa and Paul John Balson II Senior Curator of Antiquities.

The successful candidate will have expertise in the art and archaeology of ancient Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Near Eastern, Egyptian, or Late Antique cultures and related fields, a strong academic background, and an established publication record in the material cultures of these periods. Work includes researching objects; developing displays and interpretive materials for permanent and special exhibition galleries; maintaining online collection pages; proposing exhibitions and research projects; recommending acquisitions; and collaborating with museum colleagues and scholars, including Villa Scholar program participants. The role also involves public engagement through interpretation, teaching, social media, gallery tours, presentations, and lectures. An understanding of archaeological provenance issues and a commitment to shaping the collection through displays, publications, gifts, and acquisitions are valued.

The position is full-time. Work will initially be onsite for the first six months, after which the arrangement will be reevaluated for two days per week of telework. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for Getty without current or future visa sponsorship. The stated targeted hiring range is $72,381–$95,895 annually for Assistant Curator and $85,422–$113,185 annually for Associate Curator.

Requirements

• Assistant Curator: Master’s degree in art history, art, or art education, or 2–4 years of curatorial experience, or a Ph.D.
• Associate Curator: Master’s degree in art history, art, or art education, or 4–7 years of curatorial experience, or a Ph.D.
• Fluency in at least one modern or ancient foreign language.
• Expertise in the art and archaeology of ancient Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Near Eastern, Egyptian, or Late Antique cultures, or related fields.
• Strong academic background and an established record of publications in the material cultures of the relevant periods.
• Understanding of provenance issues relating to archaeological material.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to multitask.
• Ability to communicate and distill information for diverse audiences in print and online.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate with teams across disciplines.
• Competence with collection management and digital asset management tools, such as the TMS database system.
• Accomplishment in antiquity research and writing, as well as public speaking.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for Getty without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or Ph.D. in antiquities—Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Near Eastern, Egyptian, or Late Antique—or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Research and study objects in the Antiquities collection.
• Develop gallery installations, displays, and interpretive materials for permanent and special exhibition galleries; help organize exhibitions as appropriate to level.
• Propose exhibitions and research projects, and recommend or help prepare acquisition proposals in collaboration with the Senior Curator.
• Manage day-to-day operations of assigned collections, including consulting with conservators, updating the database and online collection pages, and responding to collection inquiries.
• Publish and lecture in areas of specialization.
• Offer collection tours for educators, docents, students, and the public; contribute to public and educational programming, digital media, and social media.
• Collaborate on research projects and serve as a resource to scholars, visitors, and staff; develop relationships with outside institutions and professionals.
• Build national and international collaborations with museums, universities, research institutions, scholars, and museum colleagues.
• For Associate Curator-level work, organize significant exhibitions, major publications, and major acquisitions; participate actively in collection development; assess conservation needs and loan requests; participate in digitization; and collaborate in or lead research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the date of hire; Getty pays 75%–95% of the premium depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) employee investment retirement plan with up to a 5% Getty match.
• Getty contribution of 6% to a 401(a) retirement account on behalf of the employee.
• Educational assistance and professional development.
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Bi-weekly off-Fridays for many positions.
• On-site fitness center at Getty Center.
• Community service opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level