Art Studio Assistant (On-Campus) - Ceramics & More

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking a Studio Assistant for the Art Department to support studio courses across Ceramics, Sculpture, Photography, and Painting. Responsibilities include mixing clay, organizing tools, and keeping studios clean while assisting professors as needed. The role is on-campus, on-site, with up to 8 scheduled hours per date.

Pay is $10.00 per hour. Start date is 09/01/2026 and end date is 05/08/2027.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to follow detailed directions.
• Able to work independently.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and be comfortable with getting dirty.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mixing clay and organizing tools and materials.
• Keep studio spaces clean and assist professors as needed.

Job description

Mercer University is seeking a Studio Assistant for the Art Department to support studio courses across Ceramics, Sculpture, Photography, and Painting. Responsibilities include mixing clay, organizing tools, and keeping studios clean while assisting professors as needed. The role is on-campus, on-site, with up to 8 scheduled hours per date.

Pay is $10.00 per hour. Start date is 09/01/2026 and end date is 05/08/2027.