The New School was founded by forward-thinking educators in 1919 to defy the intellectual constraints of a traditional college education. We are seeking a student employee to support administrative tasks in the Contemporary Music Program. This Research Assistant will support the Equipment Manager for the Contemporary Music Program. This will involve maintaining inventory of the equipment for the music program and student use of the equipment. This includes maintaining the QR code method of check-in check-out, as well as supporting faculty use of the equipment for classes. This position will report to Clara Latham, Program Director of Contemporary Music. A successful candidate will have experience with the equipment involved and excellent organizational and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organize and maintain inventory of music equipment Facilitate student use of equipment Instruct students and faculty on equipment use Support faculty use of equipment for classroom use Support students and faculty use of the equipment room and studio for creative projects. The student research assistant will be onsite to assist with equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One year of Undergraduate Education Experience with managing equipment within the Contemporary Music Program Experience with music equipment including microphones, synthesizers, DAWS.

WORK MODE

On-Campus Position #

LI-DNI HOURLY RATE

: $21 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

This position will support the Contemporary Music Program's music equipment. We have an independent system that supports our students and classes, requiring a student manager to be on hand to facilitate equipment use for 14 hours per week. The student specialist will inventory and maintain equipment, and supervise student and faculty check-out of equipment and use of the rehearsal space. We look forward to receiving your application!