Research Assistant (Latin American Art)

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Location: Getty Center, Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Part-Time, Hourly
Pay Scale: $27.51 per hour (salary commensurate with experience and internal equity)

Job Summary

The Research Assistant will support curators, scholars, and other scholarly staff by facilitating and assisting with research projects, exhibitions, and publications.

Major Job Responsibilities

Conducts research in the special collections and contributes to the conceptual development of projects by organizing and creating documentation such as bibliographies, literature reviews, and text orders.
Requests images for exhibitions and 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, and other scholarly materials.
May assist with organizing art programs for publications by communicating with authors, updating essay drafts, checking page proofs, and proofing indexes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Art History with a specialization in Latin American art; Master’s degree preferred.
0–2 years of research experience (education may be considered).
Fluency in Spanish required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner.
Ability to build relationships, partner with others, and work collaboratively on teams.
Ability to set and meet deadlines independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe software suites preferred.

Benefits and Perks

Getty provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including but not limited to:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting on date of hire, with Getty paying 75%–95% of the premium depending on plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan with up to 5% Getty match.
Getty contribution of 6% to a 401(a) retirement account on behalf of the employee.
Educational assistance and professional development opportunities.
Paid vacation, sick, and personal days.
12 paid holidays annually.
Bi-weekly Off-Fridays for many positions.
On-site fitness center at Getty Center.
Community service opportunities.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the diverse backgrounds of the communities it serves. The organization values inquiry, knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.