Assistant Preparator
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience Required
- A degree in Studio Art or related field or equivalent combination of related experience and education.
- Some experience (at least 1 year) working in a museum or archive and with art preparation.
- Some experience (at least 1 year) working in art preparation or packing.
Competencies Required
- Demonstrates a WORKING proficiency level in:
- Communicating for effective relationships including application of techniques and skills that develop the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Program driving requirements.
- Basic skill in art handling.
- Basic knowledge of art storage and packing methods, techniques, and procedures.
Desirable Qualifications
- Working or extensive knowledge or skill in art handling, exhibition preparation, and/or art storage and display.
APPLICATION AND POSITION DETAILS
Required Application Materials: In order to be considered for interview, applicants must upload both of the following: a resume and cover letter, and mark them each as a “Relevant File” to the job submission.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to five (5) professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
*This is a specified term P&S position with full benefits. The successful incumbent will be appointed in no longer than one-year increments not to exceed 08/31/2022 unless additional funding is secured.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
