Short Description:
Working in collaboration with the catalogue raisonné project director and team, the Research Assistant assists with fact-checking, data entry, and cataloging of Joan Mitchell’s paintings. The Research Assistant also supports the collection of research material held in archival, bibliographic, online databases and indexes, and other resources. The Research Assistant helps ensure the accurate and consistent entry of painting details into the digital research database (FileMaker Pro) and assists with both paper and digital file management. This position is hybrid in the Manhattan office (three days a week). This is a full-time position with comprehensive benefits.
Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Assist with fact-checking and cataloging details of Joan Mitchell’s painted works, including exhibition history and bibliography.
- Communicate closely with the project director, database manager, and team members to assist in updating and maintaining the project’s research database (FileMaker Pro) and internal files.
- Assist in verifying research findings by documenting and cross-referencing information from various sources, within archives, libraries, and online databases.
- Assist with obtaining exhibition checklists, bibliographic materials, and other relevant documents from museums, galleries, auction houses, and other cultural institutions, using museum and public library catalog systems, online periodical databases and indexes (both historical and current), digital content repositories, digital libraries, and other resources.
- Consistently and accurately perform cataloging and data entry in accordance with JMCR Style Guidelines and the Chicago Manual of Style.
- In collaboration with team members, assist with administrative tasks related to the project, including updating spreadsheets and calendars.
- Actively participate in departmental and Foundation-wide planning and initiatives.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by manager.
Application Requirements:
All applications should submit a resumé and separate a cover letter inclusive of salary requirements to jobs@joanmitchellfoundation.org.
As a part of our interview process, selected candidates will meet with prospective peers, leaders, and stakeholders who you will maintain ongoing touchpoints with. All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of reference and background checks. By submitting your resume for this role, you are affirming your submission is true and accurate as well as understand our recruiting process and the benefits offered by the Foundation
Eligibility:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in art history, or a comparable academic field and relevant work experience and competence within the area of the catalogue raisonné interest.
- Excellent research skills in libraries, archives, and online databases, preferably with a 20th-century modernist focus.
- Comfort with relational databases, and enthusiasm for consistent and careful data entry.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability and methodology to maintain and communicate relevant findings effectively.
- Strong object-focused cataloging skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Familiarity with auction house and gallery records.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to self-direct and work independently.
- Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
- Alignment with the Joan Mitchell Foundation’s organizational values.
- Prior experience working on a catalogue raisonné desirable.
Program Benefits or Awards:
- Compensation: $55,000 – 65,000 per annum
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
- 401k + Employer match
- Generous PTO, Sick and Floating Holidays
- Commuter benefits (parking and mass transit)
- Pet insurance, group accident insurance, MetLife Auto and Home Insurance, Legal Insurance
- Behavioral Health Employee Assistance Program
Entry Fee: none
Location: New York, USA
Deadline: 9 May 2025
Website link:
https://www.joanmitchellfoundation.org/jobs/research-assistant-catalogue-raisonn%C3%A9-april-2025
