Posted: November 3, 2014

General Description:

The Research Associate will work under the supervision of the department’s senior administration to perform research relating to a forthcoming exhibition on contemporary South Asian art.  This Part-time position is scheduled to end on March 31, 2016.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Assist on all tasks related to the organization of the traveling exhibition, including coordinating efforts with curators at partnering museums.
  • Assist in preparing wall texts and labels
  • Conduct in-depth library/archival research
  • Other related duties

Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to careers@metmuseum.org with “Research Assistant/Modern and Contemporary Art” in the subject line.

Job Requirements

Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience and Skills:

  • Excellent research skills required
  • Excellent organizational skill required
  • Excellent writing skills required
  • Computer proficiency required (familiarity with TMS and Microsoft Word preferred)
  • Ability to use microfilm required

Knowledge and Education:

  • MA, or higher degree in Art History required
  • Extensive knowledge of Modern and Contemporary Art of South Asia required

Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to careers@metmuseum.org with “Research Assistant/Modern and Contemporary Art” in the subject line.