PRE-COLUMBIAN ASSISTANT CURATOR
IMAGE COLLECTIONS & FIELDWORK ARCHIVES
DUMBARTON OAKS RESEARCH LIBRARY
Dumbarton Oaks seeks creative and self-motivated art historian,
archaeologist, or anthropologist for three-year appointment. The
Pre-Columbian Assistant Curator will be expected to assist in curatorial,
research, and administrative tasks and to make significant contributions to
the access to existing collections, special projects, and further
development of the collections. Reporting to the Curator, Image Collections
& Fieldwork Archives, this is an excellent opportunity for an energetic
person with a strong commitment to and experience with public service and
research in Pre-Columbian art and archaeology.
Full details at http://www.doaks.org/positions_and_benefits.html
Required: PhD in Art History, Archaeology, or Anthropology with a
specialization in Pre-Columbian studies. Knowledge of Spanish. Experience
using a relational database and image management software. Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated organizational
abilities and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and
collaboratively. Experience scanning photographs or slides; working
knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or comparable software is preferred. Previous
work experience in a library or visual resources collection, including
slides, photographs and digital images, in particular experience cataloging
photographs or original art work using relevant rules and standards is
preferred.
Salary range $44,000+ depending on experience. 35-hour work week.
Excellent benefits.
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