The Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) is currently searching for a part-time photographic assistant to work for 23 weeks, twice a week, at The JTS Library. The photographic assistant will assist the digital photographer with the photography of fragile manuscripts. The position commences in early July and runs through November 2013.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist digital photographer with the photography and handling of manuscripts
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- High level of accuracy, precision, and attention to detail
- Excellent hand skills and manual dexterity
- Training and/ or experience in careful handling of rare materials (e.g. positions such as art handler, conservation technician, or pre-program intern)
- Ability to work while standing for long periods of time
Preferred qualifications:
- Conservation treatment experience and/or training
- Experience working with paper, parchment, and bound manuscripts
- Experience with photography or digitization projects
- Experience working in library special collections
- Knowledge of Hebrew
Application Instructions:
Please send your resume and cover letter to hrdept@jtsa.edu.
Naomi M. Steinberger
Director of Library Services
The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary
3080 Broadway
New York, NY 10027