Student Museum Galleries and Exhibits Assistant Job at The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS

UXRDMXNGclUzeHFsTjNIOXBEWHZzMjdxRVE9PQ==
  • The University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS

Job Description

Position OverviewThe Museum Galleries and Exhibits Assistant Maintenance student will conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of our public spaces and exhibits, maintain our live microbe wall, assist with visitor service, and exhibit projects, and occasionally provide care for our live insects and plants on display.Job Description40% - Routine maintenance for Exhibits Department (exhibit cleaning, lighting checks, repair checks)
40% - Routine maintenance for Visitor Services (glass cleaning, space inspections, & care)
10% - Assist with Visitor Service projects
5% - Assist with exhibit projects
5% - Microbe display maintenanceRequired Qualifications

  1. Reliable and able to work independently, as evidenced by application materials.
  2. Willing to get dirty and work in confined spaces, as expressed or evidenced by application materials.
  3. Comfortable working with live insects and plants, as expressed or evidenced by application materials.
  4. Able to lift 45lbs, as expressed or evidenced by application materials.
  5. Able to work on detail-oriented tasks, as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
  1. Experience working with hand tools and museum cleaning equipment
  2. Experience working in museum collections or customer service
  3. Summer availability
Position RequirementsDuring the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).Employment Conditions(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.Additional Candidate InstructionsA complete application will include Cover Letter, Resume, Spring 2026 class schedule, and contact information for two professional references. Apply online and submit a letter describing your qualifications for this position.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

To ensure consideration apply before the application review date 11/10/2025. A review of applications will continue until a qualified candidate is identified. Posting removal date is 11/24/2025 or once position is filled.Contact Information to ApplicantsWill Nitcher - Exhibits Specialist
w614n236@ku.edu
785-864-6027Advertised Salary Range$12.50/hrAnticipated Start DateFriday December 5, 2025Apply to Job

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work,

Similar Jobs

Top Level Promotions

Office Administration Assistant - Work from Home Job at Top Level Promotions

 ...Work from Home Office, Data Entry Remote (Part-Time/Full-Time) About the Position We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our remote team in Tacoma, Washington . This entry-level role comes with full training for qualified candidates. Responsibilities... 

LitFinancial

Executive Loan Officer Job at LitFinancial

 ...Job Description Company Description LitFinancial stands as a testament to the collective expertise of its four founding partners...  ...on-site role for a Mortgage Loan Officer at Lit Financial. The Executive Loan Officer functions as an advanced mortgage sales professional... 

Guardian Angel Senior Services

Companion Caregiver-HomeCare Job at Guardian Angel Senior Services

 ...A CALLING FOR CARING Founded in 2003, Guardian Angel Senior Services is a family-owned company that was created from a dream...  ...build relationships, improve the quality of life, and serve senior citizens that need love and care. Your goal will be to help individuals... 

Chuck's Landscape Management Inc

Winter Sidewalk Snow Removal Job at Chuck's Landscape Management Inc

 ...Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible schedule Training & development Now Hiring: Seasonal On-Call Winter Sidewalk Snow Removal Crew Join our winter sidewalk snow removal team and help keep our community safe! Season: November 15 April 15 Shift... 

PwC

Japanese Business Network - Private Tax Senior Manager (Melville) Job at PwC

 ...Japanese Business Network - Private Tax Senior Manager Join to apply for the Japanese Business Network - Private Tax Senior Manager role at PwC. Specialty/Competency: Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Industry/Sector: Not Applicable Time...