Description

MPM will be offering one (1) IMLS Grant funded Scientific Illustrator Position from mid-February through June 2024 (approximately 625-650 hours). This position requires the production of 10 to 12 Paleo-reconstruction sketches of Devonian fossils based on fossils in the Milwaukee Public Museum or Field Museum collection. Devonian fossils may include invertebrates, vertebrates and paleobotany specimens. The artist will consult with curatorial staff at MPM and FMNH for guidance. Illustrations may be done digitally or on paper.

This position can work completely remotely, however, occasional visits to MPM may be necessary to obtain reference materials of the fossils.

Essential Duties:

• Working with Devonian fossil collections to create a visual representation of what the fossil specimen would have looked like in life.

• Work with curatorial staff at MPM and FMNH to select and illustrate fossil specimens.

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience as a scientific illustrator

• A portfolio of previously created scientific illustrations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with paleontological illustration.

The Milwaukee Public Museum (MPM)

is a natural and human history museum located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The museum is among the oldest in the United States, with a history dating back to the 1850’s. We offer great career opportunities for people with all levels of training, experience, and education. We are a composition of diverse and talented staff working together as a team to offer our visitors the best possible immersive experience in learning and enjoyment.

A career with the Milwaukee Public Museum allows you to connect your skills and abilities in a rewarding position with a non-profit organization doing good work in our community. MPM provides an unlimited opportunity to gain knowledge about our world, as you connect with visitors, donors, innovative staff members, curious students, interns and volunteers in your day-to-day-work. See what MPM has to offer!

The Milwaukee Public Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.