Museum Preparator Student Assistant

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Job Title: Museum Preparator Student Assistant

Company Name:	University of Notre Dame
Location:	Notre Dame, IN US
Position Type:	Full Time
Post Date:	04/03/2026
Expire Date:	05/05/2026
Job Categories:	Education, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration

Job Description

Museum Preparator Student Assistant

Museum Preparator Student Assistant

Notre Dame, IN, United States

VP & Assoc Prov-Museum/DPAC/Press
ND Student

Company Description
Founded in 1842, the University of Notre Dame is a leading American research university that offers a distinctive voice in higher education. As a Catholic institution with a strong tradition of faith and intellectual inquiry, Notre Dame is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service to the common good.

Located in Notre Dame, Indiana, the University is home to a vibrant campus community of students, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment and advancing the University's mission to be a force for good in the world. With world-class facilities, renowned academic programs, and a deep commitment to innovation and ethical leadership, Notre Dame provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace for those who seek to make a meaningful impact.

Job Description
The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art strives to create positions for students to work closely with a specific Museum department while allowing moments for broad learning of museum practice.

The Museum Preparator Student Assistant will work directly with our Chief Art Preparator and Preparator to prepare and maintain gallery spaces for exhibitions while practicing professional care for the objects.

Responsibilities and work projects:

Gallery preparation, including patching and painting walls and pedestals
Assisting with art handling, moves, and packing artwork
Basic upkeep of galleries and cleaning

Skills and knowledge that will be gained:

Training in basic art handling, packing techniques, and framing
Introduction to exhibition design, planning, and installation
General knowledge of collection care
Being an effective team member

Schedule:

12-20 hours/week
Monday-Friday
May-August

RESUME & COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Please add in the attachments section of your application. In the "Communications" section please add your answers to the following question: What excites you about this opportunity at the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art?

Qualifications
Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

Ability to learn new skills quickly, be methodical, and attentive to detail
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Comfortable working on ladders/heights
Familiarity with Excel
Self-motivated and good-natured
This position is only open to current university and college students.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in painting and using hand tools is helpful, but not required

Additional Information
RESUME & COVER LETTER ARE REQUIRED to be considered for this position. Please add in the attachments section of your application. In the "Communications" section please add your answers to the following question: What excites you about this opportunity at the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art?

Pay range: $17.50

Please submit your application by April 26th.

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

To apply, visit https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/UniversityOfNotreDame/3743990012416965-museum-preparator-student-assistant

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