(PT/Temp) Curatorial Assistant at Morven Museum & Garden
Job Title: Curatorial Assistant
Job Status: Part-time, Temp
Location: Princeton, NJ
Salary: $25/hr
Note: This listing was sent to us by a Museum Studies alum, who previously held the position.
DESCRIPTION
Morven Museum & Garden has an immediate opening for a part-time, temporary curatorial assistant. The successful candidate will work alongside the curators to continue a robust exhibit schedule and maintain the museum collection. This is a 12-month, part-time position working on site.
DUTIES
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Assist in the planning and installation of exhibitions (correspondence, loan forms, checklists).
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Work on the related publications (obtaining images and reproduction permissions; compiling research archives).
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Assist with and write didactic labels and other copy as needed, including digital content for social media.
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Assist with registrarial duties including condition reporting, loan logistics, and database
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Assist with collections management, including on-going inventory and maintaining collections storage
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Act as a courier for loan objects
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Maintain research archive and library
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Daily administrative support (drafting correspondence, preparation of presentations, processing invoices, and other general office and clerical duties).
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Liaison for curator’s external contacts, including lenders, researchers, and vendors.
QUALIFICATIONS
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B.A. and 2 years work history, or equivalent experience.
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Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in American history and museum practices
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Excellent writing, research, and communication skills, with attention to detail.
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Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
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Ability to work well as a member of a team.
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Administrative and organizational skills, including experience with museum databases, Microsoft Office, Excel, and Zoom.
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Physical ability to lift or carry 25lbs, frequently use hands for simple grasping or pushing or pulling; occasionally bend, squat, climb, reach overhead; and the ability to work on ladders and ability to maintain balance.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
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$25.00 hourly
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Paid time off
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Paid sick time
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On-site parking
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter & resume to jobs@morven.org by July 12, 2024.