The Getty Research Institute
Associate Collections Curator, Collection Development
Reporting to the Head of Collection Development, develops special
collections and general library collections in art history,
architecture, archaeology and related areas. Makes recommendations for
purchases and gifts, assesses large collections, and negotiates
contracts in collegial collaboration with fellow Collection Curators.
Engages in intellectual interpretation of the collection via
exhibitions, original research, publications, and public programs.
Utilizes scholarly background and expertise in assessing potential
acquisitions for their research value, authenticity, and historical
condition (including provenance). Responds to queries concerning the
collections, assists with processing decision, evaluates items requested
for loans by other institutions, and recommends conservation treatments.
Qualifications: M.A. or Ph.D. in art history or related area in the
humanities; Master's degree in Library Science or suitable experience
with research and management of special collections materials in a
research library setting; 1-2 years related experience; solid knowledge
of two foreign languages. Send resume to The J. Paul Getty Trust, Human
Resources-CG, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA
90049-1681. Fax to (310) 440-7720 or e-mail [log in to unmask] indicating
"GRI-Collections Curator" in the subject line. EOE.
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