Jobs and Opportunities

www.fieldmuseum.org

Fueling a journey of discovery takes a diverse staff—from scientists and exhibition designers to housekeepers, educators, and accountants—working together, sharing ideas and perspectives. We value curiosity, encourage lifelong learning, and strive to create a work environment that appreciates your unique life experiences. Our employees are passionate about sharing science with the world and helping our planet thrive. If you’d like to join us on this journey, we encourage you to apply. Open Positions Our open positions are listed below. No agency or third-party inquiries, please.

The Field Museum is searching for an Exhibitions Preparator I-II (Mountmaker) to join our team! Under direct supervision and usually as part of a team, the Preparator/Mountmaker will fabricate mounts and install and deinstall temporary and permanent exhibits. Reports to Production Supervisor or Production Manager as assigned. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with fabrication, assembly, installation, dismantling, and/or moving of exhibit properties

• Fabricating safe and stable structural support mounts for a variety of artifacts and specimens. Fabrication materials include metal, acrylic, fabric, and foam

• Artifact handling and transport within the museum

• Cleaning and repairing existing exhibits and displays

• Mounting and dismounting artifacts

• Building prototypes, samples, and models

• Photo documentation, mount notes

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent education is required; BA, formal training, or equivalent experience is desired

• Experience with oxyacetylene soldering or basic metalworking preferred

• Two years of work experience in a museum, industrial shop, or fine gallery is preferred

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team setting

• Must demonstrate manual dexterity

• Proficiency in the use of shop tools, equipment, and carpentry techniques

• Expertise in woodworking, welding, and metalworking

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time; walking is also required

• Ability to read and interpret drawings

• This position requires the completion/passing of the pulmonary function exam and respirator test (post-employment offer, prior to the start date)

Important Note: In order to protect the health and safety of our employees, guests and their families, the Field Museum is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for exemptions from the vaccine will not be considered as given the nature of this position, we are unable to provide an accommodation for anyone who has not been vaccinated. The Field Museum is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to create a working environment that is free of sexual, racial, and ethnic discrimination, and one that promotes human dignity and mutual respect among all staff. As such, it is the policy of the Field Museum to hire without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. The Field Museum strives to ensure that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application, or if you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accessibility@fieldmuseum.org.museum.org/about/careers