Curatorial Assistant - Imaging Specialist
Job Description
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WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?
Parvaneh AbbaspourWHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?
5420 Non Work Study, Watzek LibraryWHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?
2026-05-01-
2026-09-01JOB PURPOSE:
The Curatorial Assistant Imaging Specialist (CAIS) works with intelligence and sensitivity to produce outstanding images of specimens from Lewis & Clark College's Natural History Collection (LC NHC). Experience with photography and/or digital imaging is necessary. The CAIS will occasionally need to collaborate with other members of the LC NHC Curatorial Team.
PREREQUISITES FOR ELIGIBILITY:
- In order to apply for this position, you must have been contacted directly by the hiring manage.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create digital images of natural history specimens
Keep image metadata according to project standards
Collaborate with other members of the curatorial team
RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS DIVERSITY:
- Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.
SCHEDULE:
- Flexible
RATE OF PAY:
- $16.90 per hour
WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:
- Work Study preferred, but not required.
Career Readiness Competencies Developed in This Role:
Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information with others through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods
Professionalism: Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and ethical behavior in the workplace
Technology: Use digital tools and technologies to complete tasks efficiently and effectively
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Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.