Senior Researcher and Writer

Now Hiring: Senior Researcher & Writer
The Senior Researcher and Writer serves as one of the company's primary authorities on the historical narratives, provenance, artistic significance, and market relevance of M.S. Rau's inventory. This role combines advanced research, scholarly analysis, luxury marketing, and strategic storytelling to create compelling content that supports sales, strengthens brand authority, educates clients, and enhances the collector experience.

Working closely with gallery leadership, sales professionals, marketing teams, and outside experts, this individual will transform complex research into engaging narratives that inspire confidence, drive acquisition decisions, and reinforce M.S. Rau's position as a global leader in the art, jewelry and object marketplace.

Your Role Will Include

Conduct original research on fine art, antiques, jewelry, decorative arts, historical artifacts, and historical collectibles

Investigate provenance, artist histories, historical context, exhibition history, and market significance

Develop compelling product descriptions, essays, sales materials, and educational content that support inventory acquisitions and client engagement

Translate scholarly research into persuasive, trustworthy storytelling for catalogs, advertising, websites, blogs, email campaigns, and media publications

Support sales professionals with research briefs, educational materials, and client‑facing content

Contribute to exhibitions, catalog production, webinars, video scripts, and other special projects

Use research databases, archives, modern tools, and AI‑assisted resources responsibly while maintaining rigorous accuracy standards

Collaborate with internal experts and outside specialists to validate research findings

Manage complex research projects and maintain organized research records, content libraries, and institutional knowledge

Ensure all published content reflects the highest standards of accuracy, credibility, and brand excellence

Requirements
Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Art History, History, Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, or a related field

5+ years of professional research and writing experience or work experience in a related field

Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and communication skills

Strong research, analytical, and critical‑thinking abilities

Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, engaging narratives

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Decisiveness with the ability to prioritize effectively and avoid overworking tasks beyond their value

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital research tools

Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Art History, Museum Studies, History, or a related field

Experience researching fine art, antiques, jewelry, luxury goods, or historical artifacts

Knowledge of provenance research and archival research methodologies

Experience writing for luxury brands, galleries, museums, auction houses, or cultural institutions

Familiarity with art market trends and collecting categories

Experience with AI‑assisted research tools, content management systems, or Adobe Creative Suite

Curatorial, exhibition, or museum‑related experience

Compensation, Work Schedule & Travel

Compensation will be comprised of a very competitive salary commensurate with experience, with eligibility to earn quarterly and annual bonuses.

Usual hours will be Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. with occasional evening related to special events, exhibitions, publication deadlines, or major projects. Rotating Saturdays required.

Limited travel may be required between the gallery and warehouse locations and occasionally for research, exhibitions, industry events, or client‑related initiatives.

Benefits

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Flexible and Commuter Spending Accounts

Lifestyle Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Special Employee Pricing on Mobile Lines

Access to Discounted Travel Services

401(k) with Company Match

On-site Gym

Other Duties
The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the position.

EEO Statement
M.S. Rau provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age (40 or older), national origin, marital status, handicap or disability (including pregnancy), perception or history of handicap or disability, ancestry, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

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