The successful candidate for this full-time position will work with Museum curators and staff to design, install, maintain and dismantle all Museum exhibits. Duties include space preparation, design and fabrication of cases, bases, mounts and other exhibition furniture, lighting, signage, and labeling. Working with the conservator the Exhibit Preparator will see that all objects are safely mounted and displayed. The Exhibit Preparator is expected to oversee carpenters contracted to build larger installations and movers who crate artifacts to be loaned. Minimum qualifications for the position include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, design skills, manual skills relevant to object installation, exhibition preparation and maintenance, knowledge of current museum practices and standards, and basic computer skills.
Salary commensurate with experience.
434 S. State St. Ann Arbor MI 48109.