*MUSEUM OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE*

*Position:* Research Coordinator

*Museum Overview: *The Museum of Osteopathic Medicine and the International
Center for Osteopathic History are dedicated to preserving the heritage of
osteopathic medicine. Its mission is to “preserve and promote the history
and tenets of osteopathy through collections and research to a global
audience”. The collection of over 80,000 artifacts traces the roots of
osteopathy, beginning with its founder, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, and his
establishment of the first osteopathic medical school in Kirksville,
Missouri to its growth into a worldwide profession.

*Position Description: *Coordinate all research requests for the Museum,
academic and genealogy, supply research resources and write text for Museum
exhibits, publications, and external publications, organize and edit annual
Museum newsletter, maintain the online and social media presence of the
Museum, coordinate the Museum’s internship program and organize
applications for all open Museum positions, and assist the Museum’s
Assistant Director with collection inventory and digitization.

*Position Responsibilities:*

   - Talking/corresponding with researchers to determine interests and
   needs, making judgments regarding scope and amount of assistance needed,
   identifying research resources, and completing the tasks requested by
   researchers.
   - Handle reference services including reproduction requests, copyright
   inquiries, usage paperwork and fees, and billing for services provided.
   - Provide bi-annual statistics on the type of research requested and the
   demographics of said researchers.
   - Oversee the use of the International Center for Osteopathic
   History/Quinn Reading Room.
   - Maintain and update the Museum’s Biographical Files research
   collection; approximately 12,000+ files on osteopathic physicians in the
   process of digitization.
   - Create monthly Editorial Calendar for Museum’s social media posts on
   Facebook, 3 to 4 post per week, utilizing the Museum of Osteopathic
   Medicine artifact collection to educate and engage the Museum’s online
   patrons.
   - Monitor comments on Museum’s social media platforms and respond to
   contacts made and questions posed.
   - Serve in an advisory capacity to the Museum Director regarding
   Museum’s website structure, function, and design. Work with on-campus media
   services to make updates to Museum website.
   - Enter accession and donor information into PastPerfect database
   management system, correlating all artifacts with the correct paper and
   database files, making sure all objects are properly marked, following
   museum standards, digitally photographed and compose concise descriptions
   of objects in database.
   - Organize incoming applications, answer applicant questions, and serve
   on selection committee.
   - Correspond with all applicants regarding selection and assist in
   completion of official hiring documentation.
   - Assist with new staff member transition to the Museum community and
   City of Kirksville.
   - Handle all presentations regarding the use of the Museum and its
   collection for research.
   - Pull bi-annual reports for Museum Director and Vice President of
   University Advance regarding research requests as well as website
   statistics for use and engagement by patrons.
   - Research topics for Museum exhibits and write text for at least one
   exhibit per year. Support exhibits staff with research resources for
   additional exhibit work.
   - Oversee the publication of the Museum’s annual newsletter. Write
   articles for Museum newsletter and upon request write for A. T. Still
   University Communications & Marketing, national/international osteopathic
   groups, and other entities.

*Position Details:*
*Duration/Hours*: Full-time position, 40 hours per week, Federal Holidays,
Vacation and Sick Leave
*Pay*: $30,000
*Start Date*: Flexible

*Position Requirements: *Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in
Museum Studies, History, or related field preferred. At least two years of
related experience in the museum field. Must be proficient in PastPerfect
software and have excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe
Photoshop.  Digital photography and scanning experience a plus.  Basic
understanding of collections management. Excellent written and verbal
communications skills as well as organizational skills to manage large
amounts of intricate research requests. Applicants must have strong
interpersonal skills for daily interaction with Museum patrons in various
forms.  Knowledge of legal issues with regards to HIPAA laws a plus.

*Application Deadline:* February 2, 2018

*Application Details:* Send hard or electronic copy of cover letter and
resume to:
A.T. Still University
Human Resources Department
800 West Jefferson
Kirksville, MO 63501
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Questions about the position may be directed to: [log in to unmask]
*Heather Rudy*, Assistant Director
Museum of Osteopathic Medicine
A.T. Still University
800 W. Jefferson St
Kirksville, MO 63501
phone: 660-626-2176
fax: 660-626-2984
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www.atsu.edu/museum

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