The Field Museum seeks an experienced collections assistant WITH HEAVY ARTIFACT RIGGING EXPERIENCE to move and inventory life-size bronze figures by Malvina Hoffman held in storage and on display as part of a project to examine, document, and conserve them. The position is full-time and for a one-year term under the supervision of Anthropology Collections Management. The project will require consultation with the Chief Conservator, Project Conservator, Head Curator, Hoffman collection Curator, and Head of Exhibits. 

The Hoffman collection includes 95 figures made between 1930 to 1933 by sculptor Malvina Hoffman, commissioned by the Museum to create works representing world-wide cultures for a dedicated gallery. This position along with Exhibits Production staff will be primarily responsible for moving figures between display, storage, and the conservation laboratory in collaboration with the project conservator.

For more details on responsibilities and qualifications, please visit the online job posting for this position:

http://www.fieldmuseum.org/about/employment?id=12915#12915

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