Collections Assistant

Brown University



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Job Description:





About Brown:




Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its
student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students,
faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an
impact in the world.
Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours,
winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off,
annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision,
tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.
To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human
Resources web page here for further information.




About the Opportunity:

The Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology is Brown University's
teaching and research museum. A resource across the university, we
inspire creative and critical thinking about culture by fostering
interdisciplinary understanding of the material world.




Responsibilities:

The Collections Assistant reports to the Collections Manager/Registrar
and assists the collections team to document, assess, rehouse,
pack/unpack, move, and track archaeological, ethnographic, and
archival collections. This work supports the move of HMA collections
from Bristol, RI to a new location in Providence, RI, and routine use of
objects and collections in exhibitions, teaching, research, and loans.
This position is a full-time term position under the Transforming the
Haffenreffer Museum grant project funded by the Mellon Foundation,
which is scheduled to end on August 31, 2026.




Qualifications:


Education:

● The successful candidate will have a B.A./B.S. degree in


Museum Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, or
related field or equivalent experience; and at least one year's
experience in a professional collection management or
registration setting.



Experience:

● Basic knowledge of preventive conservation strategies for
cultural property in storage, on exhibit, in transit, or in use.
● Experience using a collection management system required.
Knowledge of MuseumPlusRia preferred.




Job Competencies:

● Excellent organizational and communication skills and
attention to detail.
● Ability to handle works of art, use simple hand tools, meet
deadlines.
● Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
● Ability to comfortably use equipment such as moveable
shelving and step ladders.
● Awareness of issues of cultural sensitivity surrounding cultural
heritage and collections.
● Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse
perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.




Salary Grade:

7




Additional Information:

All applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion
of a background check.
Brown University cannot provide visa sponsorship for this
position.



Benefits of Working at Brown:



Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.



Recruiting Start Date:



2024-09-10



Job Posting Title:

Collections Assistant



Department:

Haffenreffer Museum



Grade:

Grade 7



Worker Type:

Employee



Worker Sub-Type:


Fixed Term (Fixed Term)



Time Type:

Full time



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5



Position Work Location:

Onsite



Submission Guidelines:



Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.



Still Have Questions?



If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.



EEO Statement:



Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.


As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.




















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