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Research Assistant

The J. Paul Getty Trust • Los Angeles, CA • from $27.51 / hour • 5d ago

Research Assistant

Job Family Research

Type LT Part-Time

Getty Center

Workplace Type Onsite

Salaried/Hourly Hourly

Hiring Pay Scale $27.51 Hourly

Salary Commensurate with experience and internal equity

Program/Department Research Institute - 0406-Research Projects and Academic Outreach

Requisition Number 2026-4747

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 Projects & Academic Outreach Department (RP&AO) at the Getty Research Institure (GRI) is looking for a technologically-savvy and academically-oriented individual to serve as a research assistant, working broadly across all functional areas of the department. RP&AO oversees and manages the GRI's research agenda, including a suite of multi-year collaborative research projects. The department also oversees a collection of programs that grow and sustain our relationships with academic institutions, and generate new materials in support of research and teaching. The research assistant will work with us on both research projects and academic outreach in terms of researching content, as well as planning, execution, and follow-up on our programs. We are especially interested in working with someone who can help us with impact-related research: publicizing our signature events, activities, and outcomes - such as the Getty Graduate Symposium, and our ongoing Faculty Curriculum Workshops - across multiple communication channels; tracking their impact via viewership, downloads, surveys, etc.; preparing reports and documentation showing the reach of our activities; and participating in institution-wide conversations on user research.

Major Job Responsibilities

Participate in and assist with gathering, maintaining, editing, and disseminating materials related to the GRI's research agenda

Contribute to the department's intern program and academic outreach events through research, planning, development, execution, and outreachContribute to a communications strategy about department activity, as well as tracking and documenting the impact of this activity

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in art history, communications, or a related field; Master's degree or some graduate work preferred
0-2 years research experience (education may be considered)
Strong skills in gathering, manipulating, evaluating, and presenting qualitative and quantitative data

Please note: This position is not eligible for employer-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must have authorization to work for Getty in the United States without the need for sponsorship, currently or in the future.

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 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.