Research Assistant, Temporary
Princeton University
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Posted 14 Nov 2026, 09:04 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Work
- On-site in Princeton
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- Nov 14, 2026 · still open
About the Role
Princeton University Art Museum (PUAM) is seeking a part-time, temporary Research Assistant to support provenance research. The role will focus on objects within the Asian Art, American Art, and Prints & Drawings collections, as well as research into Nazi-era gaps in provenance.
Duration: October 2026 to June 2027
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct curatorial and archival research to trace the ownership and acquisition history of artworks and artifacts.
- Assist in maintaining detailed documentation by updating the museum’s collections management database with newly discovered provenance data.
- Assist with composing provenance statements for publication on the Museum’s website.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- M.A. in Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field.
- Prior employment or internship experience with provenance research in a museum or art market context, or related experience.
- Interest in art law, cultural patrimony, and heritage issues.
Preferred Requirements
- PhD in Art History or related field.
- Some familiarity with the practice and methods of provenance research.
- Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language, with French and German being particularly desirable.
Hourly Rate: $24.25 Minimum