Metadata Integration Specialist

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. Job Summary The Getty Provenance Index (GPI) department at the Getty Research Institute (GRI) seeks a collaborative and innovative Metadata Integration Specialist to contribute to the team’s new Linked Open Data (LOD) environment. The candidate will play a key role in the development and implementation of semantic data workflows to produce and maintain open, structured, and linkable evidence-based data in the GPI’s instance of Arches, an open-source software platform for managing cultural heritage data. A pioneering digital resource for art provenance, collecting, and art markets research, the GPI provides open access to data about ownership of artworks from primary sources dating as far back as the 16th century. As the Arches expert user in the department, the candidate will lead in the development, documentation and execution of workflows and practices for metadata creation, curation, mapping, and ingestion into Arches. The candidate will also apply knowledge of international semantic data standards and computational methods for linked data analysis, manipulation, and enrichment that support data interoperability and reuse. Additionally, this position provides an opportunity to shape continued efforts across the GRI to create and leverage metadata to enhance integrated discovery and access to collections and related digital content as well as to play a critical role in the larger LOD and Arches community at Getty. Major Job Responsibilities Works with a team to research, create, and curate metadata of advanced complexity to support art provenance and humanities researchLeverages expertise to develop new workflows and facilitate the team’s adoption of new technologies and skillsApplies advanced knowledge of established semantic data standards and best practicesFacilitates and/or completes data cleaning and transformations, as well as data analysis and reporting using tools such as OpenRefine and SPARQLEnsures the technical requirements for metadata crosswalks, mapping, and semantic data integration into ArchesCreates, maintains, and/or contributes to scripting processes for automating departmental workflows or tasks (e.g. using Python), related to both Arches and legacy workflows and systemsInitiates and/or participates in the testing and analysis of proposed new technologies, Arches functionalities, procedures, projects, and external data contributionsContributes to documentation of standards and procedures; produces data-driven analysis and reportsIn conjunction with the Arches Product Manager in Getty Digital, tests and requests updates to Arches related to data models and system configurations; communicates new development requirements, and collaborates with other GRI units using the platformWorks in partnership with the Arches Product Manager in Getty Digital and the Research Engagement and Outreach Specialist in the GRI to develop links between the Arches community and the GPICollaborates within and outside the department to identify cross-functional and/or cross-entity partnerships to facilitate metadata reuse and enrichmentContributes to departmental outreach activities by researching, writing, presenting, and publishing about work activities and data collections Qualifications Master's degree in library and information science, digital humanities, cultural heritage field, or related discipline2+ years related professional experience, preferably in an art-related or cultural heritage organizationPreferred familiarity with technical documentation of linked data models, systems, and data management workflows; familiarity with the Arches platform or graph databases is a plusTechnical expertise in computational methods and demonstrated experience with tools for data analysis and data management workflows. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Ability to thrive in and contribute to team-based and collaborative environmentsAn interest in the intersections of art history, digital technologies, and data-driven research practicesKnowledge of metadata standards, tools, frameworks, and best practicesTechnical expertise in working with large bodies of complex data and fundamentals of data interoperability; familiarity with CSV, XML, JSON, OpenRefine, Python, Git, and Github; readiness to develop expertise with these tools and lead in their adoption within the teamExperience with techniques for metadata creation and reconciliation highly desirable; familiarity with technical report writingBasic understanding of linked data and the semantic web; will require developing expertise with CIDOC-CRM and Linked.Art, JSON-LD and SPARQLWill require developing expertise in working in Arches, which is used and maintained by a robust international community of usersKnowledge of new developments in the linked data communityExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to conceptualize work within broader GRI goals and objectivesDemonstrated ability to interact with a wide variety of audiences, both specialized and general Benefits And Perks Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected. 403(b) Employee investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty MatchGetty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement accountEducational assistance and professional developmentPaid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days12 Paid HolidaysMany positions have bi-weekly off-FridaysOn-site Fitness Center at Getty CenterCommunity service opportunities To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR .