Sculpture Studio Technician: Craft, Improve, Inspire

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning seeks a Sculpture Studio Technician to steward the Sculpture Studios. You will organize spaces, maintain equipment, and support the curriculum across multiple sculpture processes, including laser cutting and CNC.

You will also guide students and faculty in materials, processes, and safety. You will collaborate with faculty to adapt layouts and procedures as needs evolve, supervise monitors, and ensure safe, well‑run studios that

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 2–4 years of relevant experience in sculpture or fabrication.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sculpture techniques and materials including wood, casting, ceramics.
• Ability to provide technical instruction to users with varying experience.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Sound judgment and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Sculpture Studios and maintain safety.
• Refine studio layouts, storage, and access for evolving needs.
• Repair and maintain equipment; manage purchases and installations.
• Provide in-class demonstrations and safety instruction.
• Train thesis students and independent users.
• Schedule and supervise student monitors and ensure appropriate access.

Skills

Technical instruction

Safety practices

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning seeks a Sculpture Studio Technician to steward the Sculpture Studios. You will organize spaces, maintain equipment, and support the curriculum across multiple sculpture processes, including laser cutting and CNC.

You will also guide students and faculty in materials, processes, and safety. You will collaborate with faculty to adapt layouts and procedures as needs evolve, supervise monitors, and ensure safe, well‑run studios that