The Peabody Essex Museum, one of the largest and most dynamic art museums in the nation, is seeking an experienced, full-time, Assistant Registrar. Under the direction of the Registrar for Exhibitions, the successful candidate will work closely with Curatorial, Collection Services, and Exhibition Planning departments on PEM’s changing and traveling exhibitions and registration department initiatives. The Assistant Registrar will assist with coordination of exhibition loans and tours, including lender/partner correspondence, data entry, documentation, shipment processing and receipt, preparation of condition and unpacking reports, invoice processing and budget tracking, and other administrative tasks as assigned. Some courier work may also be assigned. The position requires two years of museum experience (preferably art museums) and a thorough knowledge of current registration principles and practices for loans, changing and traveling exhibitions. Strength and skill in handling fragile works of art are required. Strong planning and organizational skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, outstanding interpersonal skills and an energetic can-do attitude are essential. Candidates must have proficiency in MS Office suite, and collections database experience is preferred. Candidates must have a BA in Art, Art History or Museum Studies, or relevant combination of education and experience. Completion of a graduate program is preferred. Interested candidates should email their resume, cover letter and salary requirements, to jobs@pem.orgor mail to Human Resources, Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, Salem, MA 01970-3783. PEM is committed to diversity among its employees and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.Posted on: 01/27/2015