Position Summary

The CAAD Laboratory Specialist is responsible for the development and management of the Photography Lighting Studio, Darkroom, and Printmaking Lab primarily. There are a wide range of responsibilities which cater to those three labs as well as other duties to assist with general lab development. These labs are often fully booked and serve CAAD students from all levels as well as faculty.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides individual instruction during regular lab operating hours through demonstrations, orientations and training sessions on lab processes and use.
• Manages lab equipment and consumables inventory and assists in making orders for new supplies.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance, inspection and repair to ensure smooth operation.
• Provides course support functions as requested by CAAD Academic Departments.
• Ensures that labs meet and maintain requisite safety standards.
• Monitors and supports student access to CAAD\'s Photography Lighting Studio, Darkroom and Printmaking Lab.
• Troubleshoots and assisting students with Photography and Printmaking Lab practice.
• Coordinates the Lab\'s online reservation system.
• Assists in the production of promotional materials and website development.
• Releases job files for students on special equipment.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

• Bachelor\'s degree from a recognized institution in photography, printmaking, art and design or a relevant field of study.
• Functional competency and knowledge in the areas of photography and printmaking.
• Strong English communication and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

• Proactive and willing to develop and acquire new skills.
• Able and willing to work extra and / or flexible hours at peak times during the semester.
• Basic knowledge in audio/video equipment.
• Working knowledge in design software applications.

How to Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out this

. * AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability or

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