Publications & Research Assistant

Position Summary
The Publications and Research Assistant will work closely with editorial and other staff on a variety of publishing initiatives, including catalogs and exhibition graphics. Specific duties may include image sourcing, fact checking, bibliographic research, and proofreading. Work will focus on the Clark’s forthcoming exhibition catalogues and other duties as assigned. Research will focus on assisting project curators with research and compilation of materials on specific topics as assigned, as well as researching the history of exhibitions and publications at the Clark. This is a full-time, one-year project position.

Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training, and Skills

• Advanced art historical research skills
• Fluency in English; reading knowledge of French
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high-level of confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate good judgment.
• High level of attention to detail.

Work Experience

• Six months to one year of relevant experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: This position requires sitting at a desk/workstation and using a computer for prolonged periods of time.

Work Environment: Work will be performed in an office environment and museum spaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.