Senior Preparator

Duke University :

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Senior Preparator at the Nasher Museum of Art, you'll be a vital part of a collaborative, creative team that brings world-class exhibitions to life. You'll work alongside curators, designers, and fellow art handlers to ensure that every piece is presented with care, precision, and respect for its cultural significance.

Be Bold.

The Nasher Museum of Art is celebrating 20 years of bold, forward-thinking exhibitions and a commitment to showcasing historically underrepresented artists. As Senior Preparator, you'll help shape the visual storytelling of our galleries, designing and constructing custom display elements, handling and installing artworks, and integrating multimedia systems that elevate the visitor experience.

Applicants should include a cover letter and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt, benefits-eligible position.

What You'll Do :

Exhibition and Display Design & Construction (60%)

• Collaborate with curators and exhibition designers to create custom display cases, mounts, frames, and furniture
• Build and upholster stands and vitrines that ensure both safety and aesthetic excellence

Art Handling, Installation, and Maintenance (30%)

Technical Systems and Multimedia Integration (5%)

Logistics, Procurement, and Visitor Access (5%)

Other Duties as Assigned

Choose Duke.

Anticipated Pay Range :

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $20.52 to USD $32.86. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education / training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly andcultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at : https : / / hr.duke.edu / benefits /

Essential Physical Job Functions :

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

This full-time, benefits-eligible position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic museum environment that values innovation, inclusion, and excellence. You'll report to the Exhibition Designer and play a key role in shaping how art is experienced at Duke.

Required Qualifications :

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future - through art, innovation, and bold design.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions :

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.