Associate Curator of Prints and Drawings

Associate Curator of Prints and Drawings Join to apply for the Associate Curator of Prints and Drawings role at Getty Base Pay Range $101,895.00/yr – $110,972.00/yr Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. Job Summary The Getty Research Institute seeks to appoint an associate curator to develop, administer, and present the collection of prints and drawings, which span the Renaissance to the contemporary era. The ideal candidate will be a specialist in early modern art history, who possesses the capability and willingness to work across the breadth of the collection and with diverse graphic media. This opportunity entails developing new research directions, continually expanding knowledge of the collections, building on areas of collection strength, and establishing new opportunities for collaboration and partnerships. The new associate curator of prints and drawings will develop a reputation as a major contributor to the field by proposing innovative exhibitions and programming, spearheading impactful publications, and representing the GRI through public presentations and lectures. Major Job Responsibilities Apply advanced knowledge of art history and art education to complex curatorial assignments Perform complex scholarly research to support the institutional mission Organize significant exhibitions, major publications, or major acquisitions Cultivate connections nationally and internationally with scholars and museum colleagues Actively participate in acquisitions and collection development Publish and lecture in area of specialization Assess conservation needs of the collections; participate in digitization; assess loan requests Collaborate in and may lead research projects; share collections and/or serve as a resource to scholars, visitors, and staff Qualifications Master's degree or PhD in art history, or a related discipline OR 4–7 years of curatorial experience Fluency in at least one foreign language (related to field of specialization) required Skilled in all curatorial functions Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated ability to build long‑term relationships, collaborate and direct teams across disciplines Competent with collection management and digital asset management tools Accomplished in art historical research and writing Ability to communicate and distill information for a specialized audience or the general public Ability to adapt written material for a variety of audiences online or in print Benefits and Perks Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected. 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match Getty contribution of 6% on behalf of employee to 401(a) retirement account Educational Assistance and professional development Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days 12 Paid Holidays Many positions have bi-weekly Off‑Fridays On‑Site Fitness Center at Getty Center Community service opportunities Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos #J-18808-Ljbffr Getty