Part-Time Registrar Assistant, University Collections Campus Art
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Application
Details
Posted: 05-May-22
Location: Bloomington, Indiana,
Type: Part-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 300390
Department
OFC OF VP RESEARCH (UA-VPRO-IUBLA)
Department Information
The department of University Collections in the Office of the Vice President for Research was created in 2018 to ensure proper stewardship of library, museum, and archival collections throughout the Indiana University system. University Collections will open the Collections, Teaching, Research and Exhibition Center in 2022.
Job Summary
Department Specific Responsibilities
Responsible for data collection of objects on campus and in storage.
Processes incoming and outgoing artwork, as well as assist in the movement of the art within the IU Bloomington campus and IU regional campuses as needed.
Assists in the fabrication of necessary items for art storage and display.
Collaborates with IU staff, faculty, and administrators at all levels.
Works closely with the Campus Art team and assist on an as needed basis throughout the IU system.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in museum studies, arts administration, or another related field.
Preferred
Master's degree in museum studies, arts administration, or another related field.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATES
Required
Valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University.
SKILLS
Required
Working knowledge of art handling and the differentiation of art forms (oil, canvas, watercolors, drawing, etc.).
Basic skills in performing condition reports of paintings and sculptures.
Experience using Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office and Teams, Google Suite.
Friendly and professional demeanor.
Effective communication skills in both verbal and written form when working with colleagues and vendors.
Highly motivated as position requires beginning and managing projects independently.
Preferred
Database experience
Archival techniques
Advanced research skills
Art preparation
Framing experience
Working Conditions / Demands
Ability to move paintings on a regular basis (up to 50 pounds). General moving of boxes, artifacts, and moving art from place to place. Ability to ascend and descend ladders/scaffolding. Ability to remain stationary and move about the workspace for 6 hours or more on a daily basis.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$18.00 per hour
Work Hours
Department hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. The incumbent in this position will be working approximately 29 hours per week with flexibility Monday through Friday.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Founded in 1820, Indiana University is the state’s public university system, comprised of two core campuses—IU-Bloomington and IUPUI—and six regional campuses located throughout the state. Combined, the total student population is more than 114,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional school students. IU is one of the largest employers in the state, with over 20,000 faculty and staff. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. Diversity and inclusion remains a core commitment to IU’s mission to cultivate an educational environment that supports equal access, participation and representation on all of its campuses and that provides educational and career opportunities for all.
