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Posted March 15, 2023
Exhibit Fabrication Manager
Science Museum of Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
Salary Range: $65,000 — $90,000
The Science Museum of Virginia has an air hockey playing robot. Want to be in charge of it? The Science Museum connects the community with the science all around us through hands-on exhibits. Exhibits are kind of our bread and butter. So, saying that we’re looking for a rockstar Exhibit Fabrication Manager might be an understatement. That’s because this person will manage the production, design and maintenance of the current (and future) exhibits that make the Science Museum the interactive and memorable museum it is.
The Exhibit Fabrication Manager will ensure that existing exhibits are running in tip top shape (and quickly troubleshoot things when they aren’t) and will work across departments to conceptualize and realize new exhibits designed to get guests thinking. One day may involve designing a base for a T.rex skull to rest on and the next could include installing a human-sized hamster wheel. But this role doesn’t just focus on permanent exhibits. The Exhibit Fabrication Manager also plays a critical role in managing the installation of large-scale touring exhibitions two to three times a year. So, if you’re a natural problem solver who loves to dream up new ideas and see those ideas come to life, then go to jobs.virginia.gov and consider joining one of the quirkiest teams in town!
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Posted March 15, 2023
Senior Exhibit Prototyper
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey, California
Salary Range: $91,200 — $116,000
With limited oversight, guide the creation and delivery of high-quality prototypes, mechanical and electro-mechanical solutions, and fabrication of interactive exhibits across several projects. Collaborate with project management, content, design, interpretive media, and production staff to create innovative exhibit solutions that meet the goals and constraints of each project, while also contributing to the maintenance and improvement of existing exhibits, design practices, and documentation standards. Engineering Lead is a mix of engineering problem-solving, design work, project management, and exhibit fabrication, and the ratio varies by project and project phase. At times, this role will directly manage other project staff and/or have direct reports. Performs other duties as required.
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Posted March 15, 2023
Senior Exhibit Production Tech
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey, California
Salary Range: $31.59 — $38.46 per hour
Under limited supervision, maintain exhibits and other elements of the visitor experience throughout the public facing areas of the Aquarium. Work with creative-development teams to design, test and build exhibit elements while advocating for the quality of the visitor experience and ease of maintenance. Perform cabinetmaking work, light construction, interactive exhibit construction, installation care and maintenance, and parts acquisition, along with heavy materials handling, warehouse inventory care and maintenance. Lead on mechanical repair where components may need to be manufactured on specialized equipment. Perform other duties as required.
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Posted March 15, 2023
Deputy Director of Collections
Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Salary Range: $94,300 — $169,700 and will vary based on budget, internal equity, and the candidate’s relevant experience
Reporting to the Faculty Director of the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments (CHSI), the Deputy Director of Collections plays a key role in leading all collections activities, operations, administration, and staff. In close partnership with the Faculty Director, Faculty Associate Director, the Chair of the History of Science Department and CHSI staff, establishes priorities for use of the collection for teaching and research and allocates resources to support collections priorities. Basic Qualifications: MA and at least eight years of experience managing a museum or collection in an academic or research environment; including staff management experience, collections management, donor relations, administrative management, and project management experience.
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Posted March 7, 2023
Director of Exhibit Maintenance
California Science Center
Los Angeles, California
Salary Range: $7,083 — $8,333 monthly
Under the direction of the Senior Vice President of Operations, the Director of Exhibit Maintenance is responsible for overseeing all daily exhibit maintenance and repair activities. Through subordinates, ensures maximum operational uptime and the highest degree of aesthetic quality to provide a world class guest experience. They will design and implement preventive maintenance schedules, standard operating procedures, and evaluate the function and performance of exhibits. The Director of Exhibit Maintenance will Serve as a key technical expert/project lead during the design of new exhibits, gallery renovations, and the installation of new/temporary exhibits.
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Posted March 7, 2023
Museum Exhibit Technician
California Science Center
Los Angeles, California
Salary Range: $4,583 — $5,416 monthly
Under the direction of the Director of Exhibit Maintenance, Museum Exhibit Technicians are responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of all interactive exhibits, displays, and graphics. Utilizing a broad array of tools and technology, Museum Exhibit Technicians move, unpack and install new exhibit elements, practice safe artifact handling, light exhibit elements, troubleshoot malfunctioning exhibits and restore operation.
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Posted February 21, 2023
Facilities Operations and Exhibits Director
Food + Farm Exploration Center
Plover, Wisconsin
Salary Range: starts at $75,000
The Food + Farm Exploration Center, in partnership with Farming for the Future Foundation, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to educate current and future generations about agricultural innovation and sustainability. The Facilities Operations and Exhibit Director will possess a positive and creative approach to leadership and have demonstrated success in a leadership position. The Director will also have an understanding of organizational and facilities management, exhibit design, fabrication, and maintenance, and will demonstrate success in working collaboratively with multiple different groups and entities simultaneously.
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