Rutgers University is hiring: Artist II in Newark

Overview

The Paul Robeson Galleries at Rutgers University–Newark seeks an Artist II (Temporary) for Express Newark. The Artist II will help to lead art-making workshops and programs, such as performances, lectures, and panel discussions, with Paul Robeson Galleries (PRG) community partners and RU-N affiliated stakeholders. Duties include and are not limited to:

• Participate fully in collections care, exhibitions, programs, and external development related to the collection
• Develop and implement a strong visual arts education curriculum
• Ensure that the curriculum serves as the foundation for all programming in the galleries, public programs, and outreach
• Perform other duties as assigned

Posting Details

Location: Newark, NJ. Open date: 09/08/2025. Close date: 12/07/2025. Open until filled: No. This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour. FLSA: Nonexempt. Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, including medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage; paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs; retirement benefits; and employee and dependent educational benefits. For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Details

Division/Department: RCC Gallery - Nwk. Position Status: Part Time. Working Hours (per week): 19.5. Work Shift: Rotating. Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly. Payroll designation: PeopleSoft.

Responsibilities

• Participate fully in collections care, exhibitions, programs, and external development related to the collection
• Develop and implement a strong visual arts education curriculum
• Ensure that the curriculum serves as the foundation for all programming in the galleries, public programs and outreach
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Requires up to two years relevant experience in an administrative function, good communication and interpersonal skills, and computer literacy

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Art, Arts Education, and/or Education, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• At least two years’ experience teaching in school or non-school-affiliated arts program

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty training and/or experience in early childhood education, special needs education, CORE curriculum, STEAM, senior care, and/or working with individuals with disabilities
• Visual artists with active studio practice preferred

Equipment Utilized

• Email
• Basic internet usage
• Dropbox
• Doodle online platforms

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to travel to and from PRG as well as off-site locations
• Expected to traverse distances to workshop locations; accessibility may vary by site
• Must be able and willing to lift up to 15 pounds and handle suitcases of art supplies

Special Conditions

Posting Open Date: 09/08/2025

Posting Close Date: 12/07/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus • Home Location Campus: Rutgers University–Newark • City: Newark • State: NJ

Original Posting Information

Posting Number: 25TM0363 • Department: RCC Gallery - Nwk

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rutgers University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution. See the Non-Discrimination Statement for details: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Required and Optional Documents

Required Documents: Resume/CV; Cover Letter/Letter of Application; List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents: Equal Employment Opportunity statement and ADA accommodation information are included in this posting. If you require accommodations for the application process, please contact the appropriate office.

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