**Description** A.T. Still University (ATSU) is seeking a non-exempt Museum Research Coordinator on the Kirksville, Missouri, campus. The Museum of Osteopathic Medicine and the International Center for Osteopathic History are dedicated to preserving the heritage of osteopathic medicine. Its mission is to "preserve and promote the history and tenets of osteopathy through collections and research to a global audience". The collection of over 100,000 artifacts traces the roots of osteopathy, beginning with its founder, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, and his establishment of the first osteopathic medical school in Kirksville, Missouri to its growth into a worldwide profession. In July 2022, the Museum received AAM Accreditation for 10 years. The Museum Research Coordinator coordinates all research requests for the Museum, academic, and genealogy, supplies research resources and writes text for Museum exhibits, publications, and external publications, organizes and edits the annual Museum newsletter, maintains the online and social media presence of the Museum, coordinates the Museum's internship program, assists the Museum's Assistant Director with collection inventory and digitization, and coordinates with University Advancement on membership and follows up with donors. **Major Job Duties** + Talking/corresponding with researchers to determine interests and needs, making judgments regarding the scope and amount of assistance needed, identifying research resources, and completing the tasks requested by researchers. + Handle reference services including reproduction requests, copyright inquiries, usage paperwork and fees, and billing for services provided. + Provide bi-annual statistics on the type of research requested and the demographics of said researchers. + Oversee the use of the International Center for Osteopathic History/Quinn Reading Room. + Maintain and update the Museum's Biographical Files research collection. + Create a monthly Editorial Calendar for the Museum's social media posts on Facebook, 3 to 4 posts per week, utilizing the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine artifact collection to educate and engage the Museum's online patrons. + Monitor comments on the Museum's social media platforms and respond to contacts made and questions posed. + Serve in an advisory capacity to the Museum Director regarding the Museum's website structure, function, and design. Work with on-campus media services to make updates to the Museum website. + Enter accession and donor information into the PastPerfect database management system, correlating all artifacts with the correct paper and database files, making sure all objects are properly marked, following museum standards, digitally photographed, and compose concise descriptions of objects in the database. + Handle all presentations regarding the use of the Museum and its collection for research. + Pull bi-annual reports for the Museum Director and Vice President of University Advance regarding research requests as well as website statistics for use and engagement by patrons. + Research topics for Museum exhibits and write text for at least one exhibit per year. Support exhibit staff with research resources for additional exhibit work. + Oversee the publication of the Museum's annual newsletter. Write articles for the Museum newsletter and upon request write for A. T. Still University Communications & Marketing, national/international osteopathic groups, and other entities. + Keep track of membership and institute programs to grow membership. + Follow-up on donations and outreach to encourage donations to the Museum. **Position Details** + Duration/Hours: Full-time position, 40 hours per week, Federal Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave + Pay: Grade #9 - Base pay starts at $17.00 - $21.25, and is based on experience and education **Position Requirements** + Bachelor's Degree in Museum Studies, History, or related field + Must be proficient in PastPerfect software and have excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Photoshop + Digital photography and scanning experience a plus + Basic understanding of collections management + Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as organizational skills to manage large amounts of intricate research requests + Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills for daily interaction with Museum patrons in various forms + Knowledge of legal issues with regards to HIPAA laws a plus Questions about the position may be directed to: hrudy@atsu.edu ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits . A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. **Qualifications** **Skills** **Required** + **Interpersonal:** Intermediate + **Organizing:** Intermediate + **Verbal Communication:** Intermediate + **Written Communication:** Intermediate + **Microsoft Office:** Intermediate **Education** **Required** + Bachelors or better in History **Experience** **Required** + 2 years: At least two years of related experience in the museum field In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.