Job Description

The Clark is a leading cultural institution and actively seeks employees who are energized and motivated by its dual mission as an art museum and a center for research and higher education, dedicated to advancing and extending the public understanding of art. The Clark’s mission and its geographical location define three essential aspects of its character and identity: the quality of its art, the beauty of its pastoral setting, and the depth of its commitment to the generation of ideas. Clark employees enjoy the opportunity to live and work in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, a place of rich natural beauty, a dynamic environment defined by its deep cultural resources, and a region that is growing as both a center of innovation and a major tourist destination.

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.

Minimum Hourly Rate: $19.25

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.
Employment at the Clark is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant.

The Clark is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds.

The Clark provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or transgender status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Clark considers equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. All candidates who believe they possess equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply.

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