Museum Collections Manager

4 weeks ago

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time
Job Summary

The Peabody Museum is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Collections Assistant to manage assigned collections storage rooms and assist in the management, cataloging, organization, rehousing, handling, and movement of Peabody Museum collections.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with all aspects of collections management, including integrated pest management and conservation activities.
  • Assess, properly handle, and appropriately house collections, including Indigenous cultural items.
  • Organize and maintain specified storage spaces in the Museum.
  • Catalog and physically inventory collections using The Museum System (TMS).
  • Perform photographic documentation of collections.
  • Assist with registration, conservation, documentation, and exhibition of collections as assigned.
  • May work with interns and students on selected projects.
Requirements
  • B.A. in archaeology, anthropology, or museum studies preferred.
  • Two years of museum collection management or registration experience required.
  • Familiarity with museum cataloging procedures, inventory methods, object handling, photography, and digital image processing.
  • Ability to maintain consistent descriptive standards of anthropological collections required.
  • Ability to handle fragile and culturally sensitive collections in keeping with museum standards and best practices.
  • Knowledge of and working experience with materials for display and storage of museum collections beneficial.
  • Accuracy, attention to detail, flexibility, and initiative required.
  • Excellent computer skills and familiarity with collections management databases, knowledge of The Museum System (TMS) preferred.
  • Ability to work well on independent and team projects and to work under deadline pressure.
  • Understanding of and commitment to the ethical stewardship of museum collections in partnership with communities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Benefits
  • Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year, and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary caregivers.
  • Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits.
  • Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on-campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
  • Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
  • Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
  • Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
  • Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
  • Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

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