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Museum Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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Washington, DC8 days ago

$102,415–$133,142 Per Year

In addition to the basic qualification requirement above, applicants must demonstrate the following experience required for this position: In depth knowledge of the broad variance of physical properties and value of fossil materials studied in academic research situations of paleobotany, vertebrate and invertebrate paleobiology, geology, biology, anatomy, and fossil preparation, conservation and storage, and the necessary skills in applying this knowledge to carry out assignments and procedures in a museum setting. Oversees the preparation of fossil specimens for study, exhibition, and incorporation into the National collections using a variety of manual and mechanical tools and equipment and chemical preparation techniques; molding and casting of fossils; and other departmental needs.

Washington, DC23 days ago

$18.75–$20 Per Hour

Strong oral communication skills, including interpersonal skills and public speaking and the ability to compellingly communicate the museum's mission, vision, and programs to a diverse audience. The DAR Museum, located in the DAR's Headquarters, collects, preserves, and interprets objects used and created in American homes prior to 1840.

Washington, District of Columbia23 days ago

$70,623–$80,041 Per Year

Specialized experience is defined as experience performing museum collections research and documentation work such as: - Conducting provenance and/or object history research using museum records (accession/loan files, catalog cards, object files) and museum collection databases; - Consulting archival sources (e.g., correspondence, field notes, institutional archives) and relevant published literature; - Preparing written research summaries or reports documenting provenance, ownership history, and/or legal/ethical status, and updating paper and electronic object records in accordance with established museum documentation practices; and. You may substitute education for experience: two (2) full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or a master’s degree (or equivalent graduate degree) in a field related to the position (e.g., art history, museum studies, provenance research, cultural heritage, history, archival studies, library/information science, or a related field).

Washington, District of Columbia27 days ago

$85,447–$143,913 Per Year

Specialized experience is defined as experience such as: - Serving as a senior curator or recognized subject-matter expert in Japanese art or a closely related field; - Leading major scholarly, exhibition, publication, or interpretive initiatives with institutional or field-wide impact; - Providing advanced authoritative expertise on collections, acquisitions, provenance, and scholarly interpretation; - Building and sustaining significant professional collaborations with national and international scholars, collectors, lenders, artists, and peer institutions; - Advising senior leadership on curatorial priorities, strategic opportunities, and matters affecting collections stewardship and interpretation; and. Specialized experience is defined as experience such as: - Serving as an independent curator or subject-matter expert in Japanese art or a closely related field; - Leading significant research, exhibition, publication, or interpretive projects from conception through implementation; - Providing authoritative expertise on collections, acquisitions, provenance, and scholarly interpretation; - Representing an institution in professional collaborations with national and international scholars, collectors, lenders, artists, and peer institutions; and.

Washington, District of Columbia28 days ago

$143,913–$163,104 Per Year

As the museum enters its second century, in a period of significant growth and transformation, the position will act as a catalyst for internal and external collaboration, strengthening the museum’s position as an international leader in provenance research and object histories and contributing to the museum's mission of broadening and deepening impact, fostering transparency in the collections’ origins, and providing expertise through international collaboration, training, and information sharing. The Associate Director will lead the expansion of the Provenance Research and Object Histories Department, shaping its future by securing funding, driving key projects, and building and retaining a highly skilled and dedicated team committed to excellence and making a significant impact in the field.

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Museum Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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Supervisory Museum Specialist (Geology - FossiLab Manager) IS-1016-12National Museum of Natural History

Visitor Services Associate - DAR MuseumDaughters of the American Revolution

Museum Specialist (Art), IS-1016-09National Museum of Asian Art

Museum Curator (Shirley Z. Johnson Curator of Japanese Art) IS-1015-11/12/13/14National Museum of Asian Art

Associate Director for Provenance Research and Object Histories (Museum Curator), IS-1015-14National Museum of Asian Art

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