Research Associate

Lévy Gorvy Dayan is seeking a Research Associate to perform art historical and archival research for gallery consignments. Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Research, the primary duties include cataloguing (provenance, exhibition, and literature history); object research; and assisting with exhibitions research. In addition, the Research Associate will respond to research-based questions from the sales team.

Responsibilities:

• Research and fact-check provenance, exhibition, and literature history for artworks
• Create factsheets according to the gallery’s style guide for consignments, exhibitions, and art fairs
• Collect and organize research relevant to artworks, including scans from catalogues raisonné and monographs
• Obtain archival images and installation views
• Confirm artwork details, captions, and signature lines
• Compile and format museum comparables
• Perform object scarcity research based on series, year, scale, and create illustrated lists
• Perform object and collections research to identify artworks for exhibitions and private sale
• Research, update, and maintain artist CVs and narrative biographies
• Maintain and update the gallery’s library using online library management system
• Organize and manage applications for artwork expertise
• Fact-check, edit, and format research and texts from third parties
• Write concise art historical texts with commercial awareness
• Update and standardize cataloguing and research content on the gallery’s server and database
• Supervise interns as needed

Professional Qualities:

• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong and prompt communication skills
• Excellent proofreading skills
• Familiarity with the art market
• Ability to prioritize projects under pressure to meet deadlines

Experience:

• At least 2 years of professional experience researching and cataloguing artworks; experience with Impressionist and Modern artworks preferred
• At least 2–3 years of professional full-time work experience in a gallery, auction house, or museum
• At least 1 year of professional experience using the Artnet Price Database
• Minimum of a BA in Art History
• Proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Acrobat and InDesign preferred

Please address your cataloguing and provenance research experience in your cover letter.

Please address your cataloguing and provenance research experience in your cover letter. Submit your cover letter and CV in one (1) PDF. Applicants should note "Research Associate - Candidate First & Last Name" as the subject.

05/28/2025