Dietrich von Bothmer Research Scholar [End-Dated]

About the Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Inclusivity: Ensure that all are and feel welcome and valued.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Museum's collection of Greek and Roman art comprises more than thirty thousand works ranging in date from the Neolithic period (ca. 4500 BCE) to the time of the Roman emperor Constantine's conversion to Christianity in 312 CE. It includes the art of many cultures and is among the most comprehensive in North America. The geographic regions represented are Greece and Italy, but not as delimited by modern political frontiers: Greek colonies were established around the Mediterranean basin and on the shores of the Black Sea, and Cyprus became increasingly Hellenized. For Roman art, the geographical limits coincide with the expansion of the Roman Empire. The department also exhibits the art of prehistoric Greece (Helladic, Cycladic, and Minoan) and pre-Roman art of Italic peoples, notably the Etruscans.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

As the Dietrich von Bothmer Research Scholar, you will conduct research, write publications, and present lectures as a senior scholar within the department. You will participate in gallery installations and exhibitions including writing labels, researching acquisitions and representing the department within the wider scholarly community.

The position was endowed to allow, on a rotating basis, for a senior scholar to join the Department of Greek and Roman Art and work on timely projects related to the Greek and Roman Department's collection and programming.  Some potential areas of desired expertise include ancient jewelry/gems, Roman pottery, ancient religion and/or ancient Cyprus.

This is a position with an established end-date or time frame. Time frames will begin upon hire: 3 years. Please submit a letter of interest and a CV.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Research and publish on the collection

• Participate in gallery installations, writing labels, etc.

• Respond to public inquiries and assist scholars

• Contribute to scholarship on art historical theory and museum practices as they pertain to works of art in the collection & their historical contexts.

• Present engaging scholarly lectures and public presentations tailored to a wide range of diverse audiences.

• Research new acquisitions  

• Represent the Department to supporters and colleagues nationally and internationally

• Support institutional records management guidelines and procedures for the department

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Classical Art and/or Archaeology required

• Excellent language skills-ancient Greek and/or Latin preferred

• Ten years of demonstrated experience in accomplishing original research on objects of the various regions and cultures represented by the collections of the Greek and Roman Art Department

• Ability to maintain precise and careful records

• Excellent computer skills

• Ability to work closely with all staff within the Department and with colleagues throughout the Museum, as well as the international academic community

• Genuine interest in making works of art accessible to the layman as well as the specialist, thus a strong facility in written and oral communication

COMPENSATION RANGE:

• Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 / Annually

The advertised pay scale reflects the good faith minimum and maximum salary range for this role. The advertised pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.

Location Requirements

At time of employment, employees are expected to be located within commuting distance of the Museum. “Commuting distance” means that they are located in one of following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania (the “Tri-state and PA” areas), and be able to commute to and from the Museum in a single day.

Benefits Offerings

The Museum provides competitive compensation, and generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees.  Note: Benefits Offering may differ based on Employee Status.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
• Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
• Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
• Free financial-planning services
• Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
• 25% discount for staff in Museum shops
• A subsidized staff cafeteria
• Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions

We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the desired attributes for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.

The Met is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, The Met will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in this process, please contact View email address on swooped.co .  

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