Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology

Now Hiring: Collections Assistant

The Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology is accepting applications for four grant-funded Collection Assistant positions. The Collection Assistants will provide direct care of the museum’s archaeological and ethnographic collections during a phased relocation to a new facility. Collection Assistants will join a project team consisting of a registrar, curators, photographer, conservator, and contracted art handlers to inventory, document, rehouse, and move the collection. These are limited-term, full-time positions with benefits, funded through a four-year grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. 

 The Museum seeks candidates able to start in Summer 2019. Applications must be submitted by May 24th, 2019 and must include a current resume, cover letter, and the names of three professional references. Learn more about the position and submit an application through Brown University’s online hiring system.