Founded in 1882, the Princeton University Art Museum is one of the finest art museums in the country. Its collections feature over 72,000 works of art ranging from ancient to contemporary art, and concentrating geographically on the Mediterranean regions, Western Europe, China, the United States, and Latin America. A private institution serving the public good, the Museum is committed to serving the University, the local community, the region, and beyond through innovative programming, new scholarship, and a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions. By collaborating with experts across many disciplines, fostering sustained study of original works of art, and uniting scholarship with broad accessibility, the Museum contributes to the development of critical thinking and visual literacy at Princeton University and enhances the civic fabric of our nation.
The Princeton University Art Museum is conducting a complete inventory with associated rapid image photography of its encyclopedic collection of approximately 72,000 objects. The Collection Technician will be part of a team of term employees that is executing the inventory.
This is a term position until 7/1/2015 with the possibility of extension and offers a complete benefits package.
The Collection Technician will report to the Inventory Project Manager and will work closely with the rest of the Inventory Team, which includes two Collection Technicians and two Collections Data Specialists. In addition, the Collection Technician will work closely with PUAM staff, especially the Collections Data Specialist, Digital Imaging Specialist, registrars, preparators, curators, and the conservator.
The Collection Technician will be responsible for: the safe handling and movement of works of art; ensuring that works of art are cared for and housed according to museum best practices; creating and/or maintaining accurate electronic inventory records in PUAM's collection management database; the production and processing of high-quality digital images for identification purposes; accurately labeling and/or tagging works of art and locations.
Position Requires:
- BA or BFA required (museum studies, fine arts, art history, anthropology, or related discipline); MA in related field or MFA preferred;
- One to three years demonstrated art handling a d object preparation experience in a museum, gallery, or special collections setting;
- Collection management or museum registration experience preferred;
- Basic computer skills required. Experience with relational databases and digital image editing software preferred. Experience with collection management database software (especially The Museum System®) and/or strong Photo Shop skills and Capture software highly desirable;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Attention to detail critical;
Must be able to :
- stand or walk up to 2 hours at one time for 8 hours per day.
-sit for less than 2 hours at one time.
-lift or carry up to 75 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday).
-lift up to 75 pounds to waist height and up to 30 pounds in a range of motion from floor to overhead.
-frequently use hands for simple grasping or pushing or pulling (34-66% of the workday)
-occasionally squat, kneel, climb, reach overhead, lift overhead, kneel stand , push or pull forces up to 75 pounds (less than 33% of the work day)
-frequently bend (34-66% of the work day)
-possess ability to work at heights, full range of body motions and physical agility, and ability to maintain balance.
- Portfolio that demonstrates relevant skills.
Finalist will be required to successfully complete a background check and pre-employment physical.
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