Tech Stack

Description

You will provide expertise and research for Sotheby's Science Natural History department, focusing on high-care items like archives, manuscripts, and scientific instruments. You'll write catalogue entries, conduct provenance research, and assist in coordinating auctions to meet department financial targets.

Requirements

• BA in History, History of Science, Biology, or related field; MA preferred
• Knowledge and experience handling objects such as archives, manuscripts, scientific instruments, or fossils
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex materials for expert and non-expert audiences
• Excellent writing skills and ability to work effectively in a team and individually
• High level of computer literacy; familiarity with InDesign a bonus

Responsibilities

• Research and write scholarly and commercial catalogue entries for Science Natural History property and Private Sale works
• Prepare materials for selling works, including condition reports, selling points, and enhanced lot pages
• Conduct extensive research using Sotheby's library and external resources, including provenance and due diligence
• Catalog and research items for sales, ensuring high standards and meeting deadlines
• Assist with exhibition set-up and marketing materials for auctions and private sales