Ceramics Lab Studio Assistant - Federal Work Study

Inside Higher Ed; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A university in Georgia is seeking a part-time Ceramics Lab Studio Assistant for a federal work study position. The role involves aiding in various tasks within the ceramics lab, including maintaining cleanliness, loading kilns, and assisting students. Applicants must be enrolled in at least six credit hours and have knowledge of ceramic processes. This opportunity is ideal for students looking to gain experience in an arts-related environment while fulfilling work-study requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous knowledge of ceramic-related processes, preferably through UNG coursework.
• Enrollment at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Complete various cleaning, technical, and maintenance duties daily, weekly, or monthly per studio need.
• Receive training for any task requiring new skill development.
• Perform tasks familiar to students previously enrolled in ART 3700 or higher coursework.

Skills

Ceramics knowledge

Ceramics processes

Education

Enrolled at UNG with minimum six credit hours

Job description

Ceramics Lab Studio Assistant - Federal Work Study

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Job Title: Ceramics Lab Studio Assistant - Federal Work Study

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 293306

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Visual Arts department on the Dahlonega campus. The student assists the professor in multiple duties associated with maintaining the ceramics lab such as loading kilns, grinding and cleaning kiln shelves, pugging clay, mixing glazes, assisting in inventory, studio upkeep, and general cleaning. The student must be able to lift 75 lbs, be willing to clean, and have previous knowledge of ceramic‑related processes. The student will monitor the studio outside of classes, assist students as needed, and enforce safety and security in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Complete various cleaning, technical, and maintenance duties daily, weekly, or monthly per studio need.
• Receive training for any task requiring new skill development.
• Perform tasks familiar to students previously enrolled in ART 3700 or higher coursework.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must have previous knowledge of ceramic‑related processes, preferably through UNG coursework.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Federal Work Study Award

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative‑action/equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans.