Ceramics & Sculpture Shop Assistant - Evening/Weekend Support

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 21,931 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Princeton University is seeking a part-time Ceramics and Sculpture Shop Assistant to manage the Ceramics area and provide support for students and Faculty in the Sculpture Shop. This role includes overseeing kiln operations, maintaining inventory, and ensuring a clean and organized workspace.

Ideal candidates should have technical knowledge of shop tools, good supervisory skills, and be able to assist students with their projects in both areas. The position offers an hourly pay rate between $20 and $25, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience providing technical support in an educational setting.
• Ability to support faculty and students effectively.
• Basic knowledge of ceramics and sculpture tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Ceramics area including kiln operation.
• Support Faculty and students in practical sessions.
• Maintain inventory and supply orders for the Ceramics area.
• Manage open hours for the Sculpture shop and assist students.
• Keep shop tools operational and shop environment organized.

Skills

Technical knowledge of shop tools

Basic spreadsheet skills

Supervisory skills

Basic care of ceramics area

Firing of kilns

Metal working (optional)

Tools

Woodworking tools (table saw, bandsaw, etc.)

Job description

Princeton University is seeking a part-time Ceramics and Sculpture Shop Assistant to manage the Ceramics area and provide support for students and Faculty in the Sculpture Shop. This role includes overseeing kiln operations, maintaining inventory, and ensuring a clean and organized workspace.

Ideal candidates should have technical knowledge of shop tools, good supervisory skills, and be able to assist students with their projects in both areas. The position offers an hourly pay rate between $20 and $25, depending on experience.