MOCA Research Assistant

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	MOCA Research Assistant
Department	MOCA - Administration
Position Number	962000
Requisition Number	063222
Position Type	Student Assistant
Full Time/Part Time	Part-Time
Time-limited through
Hours	20
Hourly Rate	$11.00
Job Summary/Responsibilities	The candidates, under UNF faculty mentor oversight, will work closely with MOCA Curatorial staff to catalogue the objects, participate in the preparation of the exhibition and contribute to the didactic material to be included in the catalogue and the galleries. assist in conducting in-depth, art historical investigation connected with the items in MOCA’s Permanent Collection will consist of object-driven research, including access to the objects in the museum’s permanent holdings and access to the expertise of the museum’s professional staff.
Required Qualifications	A current UNF Student who is enrolled and in good standing. Each applicant must submit the following: o A resumé with GPA, graduation focus and expected date, awards, community service, contact information (telephone and email) o three references (telephone and email). One of the references must be a current professor. o A letter outlining the reasons for their interest in the post (500 words max.)
Preferred Qualifications	This program is addressed to students interested in Interdisciplinary arts research, with particular focus on the development of the cultural scene of the 70s in New York. Applicants should have discussed the opportunity with their professor and/or department chair to ensure it meets their program requirements if pursuing course credit.
Statement(s) of Understanding	Foreign Influence Review
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition	Foreign Influence Review : Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
Equal Opportunity	In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion. The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie	UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Faculty Initiatives	The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.

Posting Detail Information

Anticipated Start Date	05/15/2023
Job Posting Date	03/03/2023
Application Review Date
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	No
Point of Contact Information	Shana Dickler, (904) 620-3225
Hiring Official	Ben Thompson
Location if not Jacksonville	Jacksonville, FL
Special Instructions	Applicants must complete an online application at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position.  Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position.  Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number.  Keep the confirmation number for your records.  If you have any questions about this position, please contact Shana Dickler at (904) 620-3225 or at [email protected].
Quicklink	https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/21586