Select antique scientific equipment from large inventory to display effectively in new display cabinets in Middlebury College Quantitative Center.

This is considered a part-time, temporary, hourly, non-benefits eligible position. The hiring range for the position is $24.47 - $30.59 per hour.

Core Responsibilities:

• Review existing inventories (that are baseline in nature and large (~500 items))

• Locate and physically evaluate inventory under consideration for inclusion

• Research historical use and significance of objects under consideration for display

• Label and provide written narration of objects that will be placed on display

• Illumination (lighting selection) for cabinetry & one custom cabinet design for a special collection item (Globe)

• General collection care for displayed items (cleaning and condition evaluation)

• Detailed photography and item updating in existing inventory of displayed objects

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in art history or related field, master’s preferred
• Minimum: Previous experience with museum collections (handling and cataloging)
• Minimum: Previous exhibition design experience
• Preferred: Additional experience handling scientific excipient in museum collection
• Preferred: Strong background in historical period (Victorian objects)

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Work will primarily occur in Middlebury’s Quantitative Center in Bicentennial Hall. However, some remote work will entail research on materials.
• This position requires the ability to climb stairs frequently, lifting objects up to 40 pounds onto carts and into display cases, climbing ladders to access high display cases, and occasional kneeling or stooping to access lower cabinetry.
• In addition, some materials contain hazardous substances or radioactive materials. Such materials will be handled in conjunction with appropriately trained personnel in the building: Jody Smith - Director of Science Support Services and Bicentennial Hall.

This is a temporary, part-time position. The duration of the position will not exceed two months.

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

Come join us and be a part of our team!

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.