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What is the difference between Temporary Museum Assistant vs Museum Educator?

AspectTemporary Museum AssistantMuseum Educator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer relevant courseworkBachelor's degree in education, history, or related field; certifications may enhance prospects
Work EnvironmentGallery, exhibit areas, and visitor service points within museumsEducational spaces, workshops, and public programs within museums
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly hired for short-term projects, seasonal work, or cover staff shortagesRegular staff or contract roles focused on visitor engagement and education

While both roles work within museum settings, Temporary Museum Assistants primarily support operational tasks and visitor services, often on a short-term basis. Museum Educators focus on developing and delivering educational programs, engaging visitors through learning activities. The roles differ mainly in responsibilities and qualifications, but both contribute to enriching visitor experiences in museums.

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Research Assistant - Temporary

Princeton University

Princeton, NJ • On-site

$15.92/hr

Temporary

Posted 17 days ago

Princeton University rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Overview

The Princeton University Art Museum invites applications for a Research Assistant in the field of ancient Mediterranean art, with a preference for a specialty in either Greek or Roman. The candidate will provide research assistance for upcoming exhibitions and projects and will work with the curator on provenance research on works in the collections. Research skills are necessary, as are a background in Greek and/or Roman art and knowledge of ancient Greek and/or Latin. 

This position is temporary.

About the Museum:

With a collecting history that extends back to 1755, the Princeton University Art Museum is one of the leading university art museums in the country, featuring collections that have grown to include more than 117,000 works of art ranging from ancient to contemporary art and spanning the globe. Committed to advancing Princeton's teaching and research missions, the Art Museum also serves as a gateway to the University for visitors from around the world. 

The bold and welcoming new Princeton University Art Museum is open daily at the heart of Princeton's campus. Admission is free to all.  The Museum also operates Art@Bainbridge, a gallery project at 158 Nassau Street; two Museum Stores; and Mosaic restaurant. 

To learn more about the Princeton University Art Museum, visit artmuseum.princeton.edu.

Responsibilities

The candidate will undertake research on the collections, provide support for projects related to the ancient Mediterranean collection, and will work collaboratively with the curator on exhibition projects that are underway. 

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

  • ABD status, with a focus on Greek and/or Roman art.
  • Knowledge of ancient Greek and/or Latin required. 

Preferred Requirements: 

  • PhD.
  • Familiarity with TMS. 

Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Your candidate dashboard may not display status updates for this requisition.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours0.00Eligible for OvertimeYesBenefits EligibleNoProbationary PeriodN/AEssential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)NoPhysical Capacity Exam RequiredNoValid Driver's License RequiredNo#LI-LO1Salary Range$15.92 Minimum Hourly RateEmployment Type: TEMPORARY

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