Research Coordinator (Temporary), Old Master Group

Christie´s; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Christie’s, Inc. is seeking a Research Coordinator (Temporary) for the Old Master Group to support provenance research, catalogue production, and literature checks throughout the sales cycle. The role combines project coordination with rigorous fact finding in a dynamic art-market environment.

You will assist with catalogue essays, publication materials, installation photography, and client inquiries, collaborating across teams while maintaining high attention to detail and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and reliable follow-up.
• Superior written and spoken communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple groups and sites.
• Calm under pressure and able to solve problems creatively.

Responsibilities

• Support Heads of Sale with catalogue production, provenance and exhibition history research.
• Conduct literature checks and select comparable images for publication; research copyright information.
• Draft catalogue essays for publication.
• Assist with proposal preparation and respond to client inquiries (phone and email).
• Help install galleries for auction previews, including mounting lot cards and taking installation images.
• Handle general department tasks as assigned by line manager.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

JDE

COS Media Library

Excel

Outlook

Tools

JDE

COS Media Library

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Research Coordinator (Temporary), Old Master Group The Company Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in our more Operational focused teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this over 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing constant innovation whilst not forgetting our age old values; Respect, Passionate Expertise, Exceptional Client Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Business Judgement & Innovation. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do, and it is constantly inspiring to work with industry leaders across all segments of the business.

Why This Role Matters

The primary function of this role is to act as the coordinator for research related to the Old Masters Group (Old Master Paintings, Old Master Drawings, and European Paintings) throughout the year. The duties are varied, and will follow the cycle of the sales calendar as well as certain duties to support overall department activity.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Support Heads of Sale with catalogue production process including, but not limited to, provenance and exhibition history research, and undertaking literature checks.
• Selecting suitable comparable images for publication, and researching copyright information.
• Writing catalogue essays for publication.
• Supporting the proposal preparation process.
• Responding to telephone and email inquiries from clients for catalogues, condition reports, images and fact sheets.
• Assist with installing the galleries for auction previews, which includes compiling and mounting lot cards, and taking installation images for each work.
• General department tasks as assigned by line manager.

What you’ll bring to the team

• Strong Project management skills including ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage multiple processes.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple groups and sites.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to creatively problem solves.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of JDE, COS Media Library.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Outlook.

Christie’s, Inc. is committed to principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s Inc. ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability status for service in the United States Armed Forces.

Closing Date: October 28th, 2026

*Posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.

Compensation Range Hourly: $22.00 - $24.00

Christie’s is the world’s leading art business. Since 1766, we are known for our extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Every year, we offer around 350 live and online auctions in over 80 specialist categories - including all areas of fine and decorative arts, Asian art and luxury collectables - as well as a long and successful history of private sales. Contact us in 46 countries, or visit one of our 10 international salerooms in London, New York, Hong Kong, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zurich and Shanghai.

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