Curatorial Research Associate

Whitney Museum of American Art • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Curatorial Research Associate will work with curatorial and publications staff and multiple co-organizing institutions to support a publication accompanying a mid-career survey of a living artist. The role supports the publication through primary and secondary research, checklist updates, bibliographic backmatter, image compilation and image-use permissions, and research and logistical support.

Requirements

• M.A. in art history.
• At least 3 years of museum, gallery, or related experience.
• Demonstrated interest and expertise in contemporary American art.
• Familiarity with video, installation, and performance art.
• Excellent computer skills, including experience with TMS, Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent writing skills and clear verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex timelines and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in art history.

Responsibilities

• Correspond with external contacts and work closely with Exhibitions and Publications departments and other departments.
• Coordinate with galleries and the living artist’s studio.
• Coordinate across multiple co-organizing institutions.
• Coordinate timelines and project milestones.
• Manage checklists, databases, and files.
• Conduct primary and secondary research and provide research and logistical support for the publication.
• Compile bibliographic backmatter and images, and obtain image-use permissions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision elections.
• 403(B) elections.
• Generous PTO benefits.
• Commuter benefits, including parking and mass transit.
• Admission to museums across the city and nationally.
• Pet insurance.
• Discounted Citibike membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time