Collections Assistant

The Science History Institute is currently recruiting for the full-time (35 hrs week) position of Collections Assistant position.  The Collections Assistant works as a member of a team to support the high standards of collections care for 5,000 museum objects, 550 works of art, 147,000 library volumes, and over 7,000 linear feet of archives and manuscripts.  The Collections Assistant will assist in conducting inventories, moving collections, updating legacy data and object research.  The Collections Assistant will also work on special projects to include exhibition installation and de-installation.

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, history, or similar curriculum.
• At least one year of relevant professional work experience in a museum or library.
• Experience with collection management databases, such as PastPerfect or ArchivesSpace is a plus.
• Knowledge of museum or library principles, concepts, methodologies, techniques, and procedures.
• Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for the history of science.

The work of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is made possible through the generous support of committed individuals and institutions.