Curatorial Research Associate (Part-Time Temporary)

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Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, NY, USA

Position: Part-Time, Temporary
Start Date: January 2025
End Date: September 2025
Compensation: $30.82 per hour
Deadline to Apply: Not specified

The Whitney Museum of American Art is seeking a Curatorial Research Associate to support a groundbreaking retrospective exhibition on Roy Lichtenstein. Reporting to the Nancy and Fred Poses Curator, this temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with curatorial and publications staff to realize both the exhibition and accompanying publication. The position involves conducting archival research, managing checklists, compiling bibliographic backmatter, and coordinating image use permissions. The successful candidate will also play a key role in planning and convening catalogue essayists for the publication.

Responsibilities

Conduct scholarly archival research.
Correspond with external contacts and collaborate with the Exhibitions and Publications departments.
Travel domestically for on-site research.
Coordinate project timelines and milestones.
Manage databases, checklists, and related files.

Qualifications

Education: M.A. in art history (PhD preferred).
Experience: Minimum 3 years in museums, galleries, or related fields.
Expertise in Pop Art, particularly Roy Lichtenstein.
Proficiency in TMS, Microsoft Office Suite, and Excel.
Strong research, organizational, and communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options (medical, dental, vision).
Retirement contributions.
Generous paid time off.
Access to wellness programs, fitness benefits, and museum admissions across the city.