Research and Project Assistant (Mansion Restoration Project, Curatorial Department) [Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Charlottesville, VA]

Research and Project Assistant (Mansion Restoration Project, Curatorial Department). [Position #645] new The Thomas Jefferson Foundation, the non-profit that owns and operates Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s historic home and plantation, seeks a project assistant to assist with the furnishing of the first floor of Jefferson’s house. This temporary 2 year position, will assist with research in Jefferson’s papers, family papers, Monticello’s files, and other archives related to domestic life and material culture of Monticello. The Research and Project Assistant will also investigate appropriate furnishings and artwork, help locate them, and then assist Curators in a variety of tasks, including working with vendors and furnishing specialists, creating measured floor plans and renderings, compiling, formatting and tracking reports and budgets, and sharing new information to staff and the public through lectures, blogs and other social media. Qualifications: The Curatorial Research and Project Assistant will have excellent working knowledge of American decorative arts and material culture, substantial documentary research experience, and proven communication and writing skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Photoshop and the ability to create visual presentations are necessary. Must have excellent organizational ability, including the ability to work on several projects concurrently. Must be detail-oriented and possess the proven ability to meet deadlines. M.A. in Decorative Arts, American Art History, Historic Preservation or a related field is required. Position is open until filled. To apply send a cover letter and resume OR application to resumes@monticello.org (preferred), by fax to 434.984.4846, or by mail to Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc., ATTN: Lisa Parks, P.O. Box 316, Charlottesville, VA 22902. Posted on: 09/30/2015