Archaeological Repository Curatorial Assistant (Extended Temporary)(Multiple Positions)

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 47,345,000 - 59,113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability programs

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reduction

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking an Archaeological Repository Curatorial Assistant for an extended temporary role in the Arizona State Museum. The position focuses on pre-move box assessment, inventory accuracy, and data entry to ASM databases, supporting the Repository Manager and Curator staff.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and effective teamwork in a professional museum setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Archaeological Repository Manager and team with pre-move box assessment.
• Review box inventory and labeling for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare boxes with packing materials and apply barcodes.
• Enter data into ASM databases and support shelf checks.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in anthropology

Tools

Database management

Job description

Archaeological Repository Curatorial Assistant (Extended Temporary)(Multiple Positions)

Archaeological Repository Curatorial Assistant (Extended Temporary)(Multiple Positions)

Posting Number req27081

Department Arizona State Museum

Department Website Link https://statemuseum.arizona.edu/

Location Tucson Campus

Address Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights The Archaeological Repository Curatorial Assistant is a 1 .0 FTE (full -time -equivalent) extended-temporary position (2-years) that functions within the Collections Division of the Arizona State Museum (ASM), University of Arizona (UA), reporting to the Archaeological Repository Manager. The incumbent is primarily responsible for assisting the Archaeological Repository Manager in the following activities: verifying storage locations of archaeological collections and associated metadata, reviewing box and bag inventories for accuracy and curation processing completeness, and preparing boxes to be moved to an offsite location.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists staff with the pre-move box assessment. Typical tasks include:
  • Reviewing box inventory accuracy.
  • Reviewing box labeling accuracy.
  • Auditing the boxes for box- and bag-level curation processing completeness.
  • Assigning box numbers to boxes that do not yet have box numbers.
  • Preparing boxes with additional packing materials to protect contents.
  • Applying a barcode to the box.
• Assists with digital data entry related to archaeological box preparation into ASM databases.
• Assists with initial archaeological box shelf check and box assessment.
• Provides general assistance to the Archaeological Repository Manager, Head of the Collections Division, Archaeological Collections Curator, and the Museum Registrar.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to lift, move, and handle heavy boxes (up to 50 lbs).
• Knowledge of general anthropology, archaeology, and Cultural Resources Management.
• Knowledge of archaeological principles, methods, practices, and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of major classes of prehistoric and historic material culture.
• Skilled in maintaining computerized databases.
• Ability to provide strong attention to detail, organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and work well with others in an office setting.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or related discipline with an emphasis in archaeology or collections management.

FLSA Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Cultural Institutions

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type hourly rate

Grade 3

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Career Stream and Level OC1

Job Family Curator

Job Function Cultural Institutions

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 2

Expected End Date 9/30/2028

Contact Information for Candidates Kathryn MacFarland | [e-mail]

Open Date 9/18/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

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