Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.
Collection Research Specialist in Latin American Art: Princeton University Art M
Association of Academic Museums & Galleries., Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Collection Research Specialist in Latin American Art: Princeton University Art Museum
The Princeton University Art Museum is seeking a Collection Research Specialist in Latin American Art, a one-year term position to research and catalogue works of art in the Princeton University’s collection of Latin American Art to create future opportunities for scholarship and teaching. The Collections Research Specialist will conduct a broad review of the collection, primarily focusing on twentieth-century works on paper and photographs, and complete deep object research, including object studies and comparison, provenance research, condition reporting, and review of style, culture, materials, and technique. The Collections Research Specialist will catalogue all findings in the Museum’s collections information system, which provides data for publication on the Museum’s website.Responsibilities:Review the Museum’s collection of approximately 250 works, in consultation with curatorial and education staff and prioritize areas of the collection for both primary and in-depth research, as well as examine additional campus holdings in order to develop integrated collections discovery information.Perform object research on culture and style, place, object use and context, materials, and provenance.Enter compiled research as new or revised data in The Museum System (TMS) in adherence with established standards and guidelines. Organize, compile, and digitize source documents as needed.Coordinate work of visiting subject area experts, based on needs of the collection and strengths in the field.Qualifications:A doctorate in art history, anthropology, or another relevant discipline with a specialization in Latin American Art—especially from the twentieth century—is preferred; a master’s degree with clear evidence of advanced research skills and object handling experience is required.Two to four years demonstrated experience in object-based study of Latin American art is required, preferably in a museum setting.Research or published writing that establishes expertise in Latin American Art is required.Collection management experience and art handling skills are preferred.Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.A high degree of organization, self-motivation, and great attention to detail are critical.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members and visiting experts are necessary.The final candidate for this one year term position will be required to successfully pass a background check.Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The Princeton University Art Museum is seeking a Collection Research Specialist in Latin American Art, a one-year term position to research and catalogue works of art in the Princeton University’s collection of Latin American Art to create future opportunities for scholarship and teaching. The Collections Research Specialist will conduct a broad review of the collection, primarily focusing on twentieth-century works on paper and photographs, and complete deep object research, including object studies and comparison, provenance research, condition reporting, and review of style, culture, materials, and technique. The Collections Research Specialist will catalogue all findings in the Museum’s collections information system, which provides data for publication on the Museum’s website.Responsibilities:Review the Museum’s collection of approximately 250 works, in consultation with curatorial and education staff and prioritize areas of the collection for both primary and in-depth research, as well as examine additional campus holdings in order to develop integrated collections discovery information.Perform object research on culture and style, place, object use and context, materials, and provenance.Enter compiled research as new or revised data in The Museum System (TMS) in adherence with established standards and guidelines. Organize, compile, and digitize source documents as needed.Coordinate work of visiting subject area experts, based on needs of the collection and strengths in the field.Qualifications:A doctorate in art history, anthropology, or another relevant discipline with a specialization in Latin American Art—especially from the twentieth century—is preferred; a master’s degree with clear evidence of advanced research skills and object handling experience is required.Two to four years demonstrated experience in object-based study of Latin American art is required, preferably in a museum setting.Research or published writing that establishes expertise in Latin American Art is required.Collection management experience and art handling skills are preferred.Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.A high degree of organization, self-motivation, and great attention to detail are critical.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members and visiting experts are necessary.The final candidate for this one year term position will be required to successfully pass a background check.Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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