Associate Product Manager, Research Applications

Job Summary At Getty Digital, we are re‑imagining how data, software, and systems can advance the study of art, cultural heritage, and research at a global scale. The Associate Product Manager (APM) will play a key role in shaping and delivering products across Getty's Research Products portfolio (including Research Collections, Art Collection, Vocabularies, and related platforms). This is a 3‑year limited‑term position, reporting to the Product Manager of Getty research applications within the Collection Platforms and Data team. The APM sits at the intersection of user needs, institutional mission, and technical execution. Working closely with project managers, engineers, designers, and subject‑matter experts, the APM will help translate complex research and organizational needs into clear, actionable product decisions. We are looking for an experienced professional with a deep understanding of libraries, museums, and archives. This is a role designed for someone who is curious, thoughtful, and motivated to contribute to meaningful products in the cultural heritage space. The APM will take ownership of defined areas of work within the product lifecycle, contributing to product discovery, delivery, and continuous improvement. This position is a hybrid work environment opportunity; this is not a fully remote assignment. The successful candidate must be a California resident when employment begins and work at least one day per week on Getty's campus in Brentwood. Product Approach Product management at Getty is less about having immediate answers and more about cultivating context, clarity, and judgment across complex systems and stakeholder environments. In this role, you will be expected to: Provide Context, Not Just Requirements Develop a deep understanding of user needs, institutional goals, and system constraints, and translate them into well‑framed problems for engineering and design. Act as a Thoughtful Intermediary Bridge communication between technical teams and stakeholders, synthesizing input and resolving ambiguity before it reaches implementation. Navigate Stakeholder Complexity with Care Engage researchers, curators, program staff, and technical teams with diplomacy and clarity, absorbing friction and helping align competing priorities. Support Portfolio‑Level Thinking Contribute structured analysis, requirements, and trade‑off framing to support prioritization and roadmap decisions. Major Job Responsibilities Product Strategy & Delivery Support roadmap development and execution across one or more Research Applications Assist in defining system scope, requirements, and functional specifications based on business and user needs Analyze existing processes and workflows to identify opportunities for system and service improvements Collaborate with engineering and design to deliver high‑quality features and improvements Develop detailed requirements, user stories, and functional documentation using established standards Ensure requirements are validated against user and business needs and are clearly understood by technical teams Participate in work planning, team meetings, and retrospectives Help track progress, dependencies, and risks across initiatives Apply IT service management (ITSM) practices to support the design, delivery, and improvement of products and services Assist in maintaining user‑facing documentation and knowledge resources Maintain continuity across product initiatives by documenting decisions, tracking requirements, and preserving system and institutional knowledge over time User Research & Discovery Develop an understanding of Getty's diverse user base (researchers, curators, staff, and the public) Synthesize user research, feedback, and usage data Assist in defining problem spaces and evaluating potential solutions Document insights and contribute to discovery artifacts Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Coordinate with cross‑functional stakeholders across Getty programs and departments Facilitate alignment conversations and communicate product decisions clearly Create presentations, product updates, documentation, and internal communications Contribute to training, change management, and adoption efforts Data & Systems Work with structured and unstructured cultural heritage data (metadata, vocabularies, collections data) Contribute to system configuration, testing, and validation to ensure requirements are met Support testing efforts, including developing test plans, validating system behavior, and coordinating user acceptance testing Identify opportunities to improve data quality, interoperability, and usability Contribute to efforts that streamline and automate internal processes where appropriate Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field or a combination of education and relevant experience Master's or advanced degree in domain specific area preferred (e.g. MLIS, Data Science, MIS) 2-5 years experience with IT systems Experience in cultural heritage, research, or knowledge systems Please note: This position is not eligible for employer‑based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must have authorization to work for Getty in the United States without the need for sponsorship, currently or in the future. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to contribute to projects of moderate scope and complexity Strong project and/or product management skills and knowledge of associated methodologies Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate between technical and non‑technical audiences Analytical and structured thinking (ability to frame problems, identify tradeoffs, and synthesize information) Curiosity about data, systems, and emerging technologies (particularly automation) Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams Organizational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple workstreams Comfort engaging with ambiguity and evolving priorities Interest in working within a mission‑driven, research‑oriented environment Self‑motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively, and able to manage time and priorities effectively Benefits and Perks Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full‑time employees: 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 To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The J. Paul Getty Trust