Development Assistant
metmuseum
Research Associate, Mary Cassatt
metmuseum· 100 The Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this role
About the Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy. The Museum lives in two iconic sites in New York City—The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Millions of people also take part in The Met experience online.
Since its founding in 1870, The Met has always aspired to be more than a treasury of rare and beautiful objects. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment with a staff as diverse as the audiences we engage. Our staff members are art lovers who are passionate about working toward a common goal: creating the most dynamic and inspiring art museum in the world.
At The Met, every staff member – from security officers to researchers to scientists and beyond – lives by our core values of respect, inclusivity, collaboration, excellence, and integrity.
Respect: Engage one another with collegiality, empathy, and kindness, always.
Inclusivity: Ensure that all are and feel welcome and valued.
Collaboration: Reach across boundaries to exchange ideas and work together toward our shared mission.
Excellence: Lead the cultural world in quality and expertise—and inspire curiosity and creativity.
Integrity: Hold ourselves to the highest moral standards, admit when we fall short, and then evolve.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
As the Research Associate, you will provide key support for the upcoming exhibition, Mary Cassatt: Impressionist Ambassador scheduled for October 2028 to January 2029. You will assist in all research and administrative aspects of the exhibition. You will support the curatorial, administrative, and exhibitions team throughout the planning, development, and execution of the exhibition, which will be the first to feature Cassatt’s impact on American collecting as a prolific artist-advisor and how her artistic development dovetailed with her advising practice.
This is a position with an established end-date or time frame. Time frames will begin upon hire: October 2026 to October 2028.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Conduct in-depth research about Mary Cassatt’s role as an advisor to American collectors for the exhibition and accompanying catalogue.
Facilitate and prepare lectures, tours, and walkthroughs of the exhibition.
Assist with loan paperwork, administration, and general correspondence for the show.
Work closely with exhibition curator and Publications and Editorial Department on the organization of the exhibition catalogue, including the editing of texts, securing images and rights, preparing captions and bibliographies, and corresponding with authors.
Coordinate with registrars/departmental collections team on database updates regarding loans, including maintaining object checklist in TMS (The Museum System).
Coordinate with registrars/departmental collections team to obtain and track loan requirements and other lender information in TMS.
Maintain object checklist and files and assist with lender correspondence, processing of exhibition agreements and other forms.
Assist with the application for immunity from seizure by conducting provenance research and compiling other materials.
Organize meetings with other Met departments, including Design, Education, Editorial, Registrar, External Affairs, and Development, and coordinating agendas and follow-up/next steps.
Work closely with Design Department during Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Drawing design phases.
Assist with the composition of interpretive material, including gallery labels, images/captions, digital content, or other assets, and securing rights.
Assist with grant applications and other fundraising opportunities, as needed.
Assist with the build-out of the exhibition web page and other promotional materials/media, as needed.
Assist with gallery installation/deinstallation and working with couriers.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
MA in Art History or related field required; PhD or ABD preferred.
Strong background and expertise in nineteenth-century French and American art history.
1-2 years of demonstrated academic research experience, as an independent researcher or fellow.
Prior experience working on museum exhibitions desirable.
Knowledge of French language preferred.
Ability to work independently and effectively meet deadlines.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel), Microsoft Teams, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Adobe Photoshop; experience with TMS (The Museum System) database preferred.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
COMPENSATION RANGE:
Pay Range: $72,000 - $74,000 / Annually
The advertised pay scale reflects the good faith minimum and maximum salary range for this role. The advertised pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.
Location Requirements
At time of employment, employees are expected to be located within commuting distance of the Museum. “Commuting distance” means that they are located in one of following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania (the “Tri-state and PA” areas), and be able to commute to and from the Museum in a single day.
Benefits Offerings
The Museum provides competitive compensation, and generous benefits and perks for all eligible employees. Note: Benefits Offering may differ based on Employee Status.
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
- Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
- Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
- Free financial-planning services
- Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
- 25% discount for staff in Museum shops
- A subsidized staff cafeteria
- Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions
We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the desired attributes for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.
The Met is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, The Met will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in this process, please contact benefits@metmuseum.org.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Research Associate, Mary Cassatt role at metmuseum?
The listed salary for this Research Associate, Mary Cassatt position at metmuseum is USD 72K–74K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Research Associate, Mary Cassatt position at metmuseum located?
This Research Associate, Mary Cassatt role at metmuseum is based in The Met Fifth Avenue, New York, NY. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Research Associate, Mary Cassatt role at metmuseum full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Research Associate, Mary Cassatt role in the 100 The Metropolitan Museum of Art department at metmuseum.
Which team or department does the Research Associate, Mary Cassatt at metmuseum belong to?
This Research Associate, Mary Cassatt position is part of the 100 The Metropolitan Museum of Art department at metmuseum. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Research Associate, Mary Cassatt position at metmuseum?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to metmuseum's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Research Associate, Mary Cassatt job at metmuseum posted?
This Research Associate, Mary Cassatt position at metmuseum was posted on Aug 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Research Associate, Mary Cassatt
metmuseum · 💰 USD 72K–74K
You'll be redirected to metmuseum's official application page on Workday.