Research Assistant

The J. Paul Getty Trust; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

403(b) Employee Investment retirement

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days

12 Paid Holidays

On-Site Fitness Center

Educational assistance and development

Community service opportunities

Job summary

The Getty Research Institute, part of The J. Paul Getty Trust, is seeking a part-time Research Assistant at the Getty Center in Los Angeles. The role supports dissemination, exhibitions and publications, with emphasis on research materials from GRI Special Collections.

The ideal candidate is a graduate student with strong Spanish and a background in Pre-Columbian art history and/or archaeology, Latin American studies, and a collaborative mindset for a three-year term.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in art history or related field; Master's preferred; PhD/ABD welcome.
• Background in Pre-Columbian art history, archaeology, or Latin American studies.
• 0-2 years research experience; education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research in GRI Special Collections.
• Organizes documentation of research materials and literature reviews.
• Assists with ongoing research on Latin-American art from ancient to contemporary.
• Supports work across Digital Media, Content Strategy, Internal/External Affairs, and Publications.

Skills

Strong written and verbalCommunication

Spanish proficiency

Multitask management

Team collaboration

Communication planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in art history or related field

Master's degree or graduate work preferred

PhD or ABD welcome

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Adobe software

Job description

Research Assistant

Job Family: Research

Type: LT Part-Time

Position Status: Getty Center

Workplace Type: Onsite

Salaried/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Scale: $28.34 Hourly

Salary: Commensurate with experience and internal equity

Program/Department: Research Institute - 0405-Administration Department

Requisition Number: 2026-4803

Equal Opportunity Employer

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Summary

The Research Assistant assists the Associate Director of Dissemination and External Affairs at the GettyResearchInstitute (GRI) by facilitatingresearchand/or assisting withresearchprojects, exhibitions, and publications. The ideal candidate will be a graduate student with a strong working knowledge of Spanish and a background in Pre-Columbian art history and/or archaeology or Latin American studies. The ideal candidate will have some experience with and interest in dissemination in its many forms in the arts and culture sector.

This is a three (3) year, limited term position.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Conducts research in GRI Special Collections
• Contributes to the conceptual development of a project by organizing/creating documentation ofresearchmaterials, such as bibliographies, searching for and ordering texts, writing literature reviews, etc.
• Assists with ongoingresearchprojects in aspects of Latin-American art, ancient to contemporary
• Assists as needed with the work of the GRI division of Dissemination and External Affairs, including the departments of Digital Media and Content Strategy, Internal and External Affairs, and Publications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in art history or related field; Master's degree or some graduate work preferred; PhD or ABD welcome
• Background in Pre-Columbian art history or archaeology, or Latin American studies
• 0-2 years research experience (education may be considered)
• Working knowledge in Spanish preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work on teams
• Ability to set and meet deadlines for oneself
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe software suites preferred

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
• 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
• Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
• Educational assistance and professional development
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Many positions have bi-weekly off-Fridays
• On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
• Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.