Job Title: Andrew W. Mellon Head of Scientific Research

Pay/Hours/Benefits: The role is full-time, permanent, trust funded, and benefits are provided. The established government salary range for this role is $169,279 – $197,200 per year. Recruitment incentives may apply.

Institution/Work Location/s: Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565

Application Deadline: No deadline listed

Brief Description: 

The Head of the Scientific Research Department reports to the Chief of Conservation within the division of the Chief Curatorial and Conservation Officer. This position supports the National Gallery of Art by ensuring high-quality analytical services and scientific research to study and preserve the collections. The Head of Scientific Research will oversee 8-10 scientists, plus visiting scholars, fellows, and interns, and will work closely with conservators in all disciplines to realize the National Gallery of Art’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.

The incumbent will exemplify the National Gallery’s core values, including deepening public understanding, fostering curiosity and continuous learning, promoting inclusion, demonstrating empathy and generosity of spirit, upholding integrity, adhering to the highest professional standards, and exhibiting agility and responsiveness.

They will communicate in a strategic and empathetic manner to generate enthusiasm and cultivate an environment receptive to open exchange and innovation. The successful candidate will collaborate collegially to foster trust and respect within the Curatorial and Conservation Division and across the National Gallery.

Contact Info/Link to Online Application: 

Candidates for this position must apply via the Federal employment website https://www.usajobs.gov, which is utilized for all recruitment purposes. The link to apply will post soon and will be open for two weeks. Please read all instructions carefully and comply with the request for all required materials.

USAJOBS will only allow candidates to submit a two-page resume, so please send your extended resume and intention to apply to: l-stringari@nga.gov with a copy to am-porter@nga.gov