The Metropolitan Museum of Art · 4 months ago
Dietrich von Bothmer Research Scholar [End-Dated]
The Met Fifth Avenue, New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expThe Metropolitan Museum of Art is a prestigious institution that showcases over 5,000 years of art from around the world. They are seeking a Dietrich von Bothmer Research Scholar to conduct research, write publications, and present lectures while participating in gallery installations and exhibitions related to the Greek and Roman art collection.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Excellent language skills-ancient Greek and/or Latin preferred
Benefits
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
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as The Met, presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy.
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