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Associate Director, Research

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Gagosian

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Research & Development
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's in art history, 7+ years in art institutions, strong research and writing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Managerial experience and design tools knowledge are preferred.
  • You will conduct research, produce written materials, manage projects, mentor team members, and enhance workflows to support pricing, exhibitions, and client communications.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree or advanced degree in modern or contemporary art history (or a closely related field) required.
  • 7+ years’ professional experience in a commercial gallery, auction house, museum, or comparable art-world institution.
  • Managerial Experience Preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience producing sales-focused research dossiers and contextual materials on individual artworks.
  • Strong background in object research and cataloguing best practices.
  • Extensive experience working with libraries, databases, online resources, and primary source materials.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with senior stakeholders.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple time-sensitive projects.
  • Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment in a fast-paced, high-level environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Experience with Adobe InDesign or similar design tools preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with information systems or data architecture a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth research and produce, review, and refine clear, persuasive written materials that contextualize primary and secondary market artworks, highlighting significant historical, formal, and market considerations to support both internal sales understanding and client-facing conversations.
  • Provide contextual and market research to inform pricing and positioning discussions.
  • Work extensively with in-house and external libraries, databases, and, when appropriate, archival and primary source materials.
  • Lead and support detailed object research and cataloguing, including provenance, exhibition history, bibliographic verification, and comparative analysis.
  • Research museum holdings, private collections, and notable ownership histories of comparable works.
  • Partner closely with the Director and Global Head of Research to advance departmental priorities, research standards, and the ongoing development of workflows, templates, and presentation formats.
  • Coordinate research needs for consignments, exhibitions, and art fairs.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance research materials for both internal use and external audiences.
  • Contribute ideas and practical input toward refining research workflows, templates, and formats.
  • Serve as direct manager for select team members. Support day-to-day research operations by assigning and tracking projects and deadlines, and by reviewing and providing feedback on research produced by team members.
  • Mentor junior colleagues and interns while contributing to a collaborative, rigorous, and collegial research culture.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Associate Director of Research at Gagosian?

The primary role is to advance and refine the gallery's research output by conducting scholarly and practical research, producing written materials, and providing operational support and strategic thinking in collaboration with departmental leadership.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Candidates are required to have a Master's degree or advanced degree in modern or contemporary art history (or a closely related field) along with 7+ years of professional experience in a commercial gallery, auction house, museum, or a comparable art-world institution.

Is managerial experience preferred for this role?

Yes, managerial experience is preferred but not required.

What are the key responsibilities of the Associate Director of Research?

Key responsibilities include conducting in-depth research, producing and refining written materials, coordinating research needs for exhibitions and consignments, mentoring junior colleagues, and contributing to the ongoing development of research practices.

What kind of writing and research materials will the Associate Director be responsible for?

The Associate Director will produce, review, and refine clear, persuasive written materials that contextualize primary and secondary market artworks, including sales-focused research dossiers and contextual materials on individual artworks.

What skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills; organization; attention to detail; and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat.

Are there any preferred qualifications for software skills?

Yes, experience with Adobe InDesign or similar design tools is preferred but not required, as well as familiarity with information systems or data architecture.

What kind of benefits does Gagosian offer for this position?

Gagosian offers a comprehensive benefits suite including health insurance through Cigna, pet insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, employee discounts on products, and flexible spending benefits.

What is the annual compensation for the Associate Director of Research?

The compensation is between $100,000 and $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

What is the position type and schedule for this role?

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Is Gagosian an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Gagosian is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V, committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees.

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Gagosian

Gagosian is a global gallery specializing in modern and contemporary art with seventeen locations worldwide.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
201-500
Employees
1980
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

In thirty years Gagosian has evolved into a global network with sixteen exhibition spaces in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London, Paris, Geneva, Rome, Athens, and Hong Kong, designed by world-renowned architects including Caruso St John, Richard Gluckman, Richard Meier, Jean Nouvel, Selldorf Architects, and wHY Architecture. The gallery’s vibrant contemporary program features the work of leading international artists as well as unparalleled historical exhibitions.