Assistant Preparator

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Preparator - Transient

Position Type:

Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Department:

LSUAM AO - Museum - Curatorial (Michelle Antoinette Schulte (00075215))

Work Location:

Shaw Center For The Arts

Pay Grade:

Temporary

Job Description:

The Assistant Preparator – Transient provides hands-on support to the LSU Museum of Art’s exhibition and gallery preparation activities. Working under the direction of Museum staff, the Assistant Preparator assists with the safe handling, preparation, installation, and deinstallation of artwork and exhibition materials. This position supports gallery changeovers and exhibition-related projects while following established procedures for artwork care, safety, and security.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe removal of artwork from gallery walls and exhibition spaces.
• Assist with the proper packing and unpacking of artwork and exhibition materials.
• Assist with loading artwork into travel frames and preparing artwork for transportation or storage.
• Remove vinyl lettering, graphics, and other temporary materials from gallery walls.
• Assist Museum staff with condition reporting and documentation of artwork.
• Prepare gallery walls and surfaces for painting, including basic wall preparation and removal of existing materials.
• Assist with general gallery preparation, installation, and deinstallation activities as assigned.
• Handle artwork, tools, equipment, and exhibition materials in accordance with Museum procedures and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area during exhibition preparation and gallery projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of Museum exhibitions and operations.

Condition
This position requires physical activity associated with exhibition preparation, including standing, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, and moving artwork and materials. Work may take place in galleries, storage areas, and other Museum spaces and may require the use of basic hand tools and equipment.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

“For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Michelle Achulte at [email protected]

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

October 14, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

February 8, 2027

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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