About the role#
The Ceramic Studio Assistant supports the daily operation of the ceramics studio. You will help maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment for students, instructors, and studio members. This is a paid, on-site, full-time work-study position based in Brookville, New York.
What you'll do#
- Prepare and organize clay, tools, glazes, and studio materials.
- Clean worktables, sinks, floors, shelves, and shared equipment.
- Assist with loading and unloading kilns under the direction of studio staff.
- Organize finished pieces, works in progress, and student storage areas.
- Reclaim and recycle clay while managing studio waste.
- Mix or prepare glazes and other ceramic materials as instructed.
- Assist instructors with class setup and cleanup.
- Monitor studio supplies and notify staff when materials need to be restocked.
- Help students and studio members locate tools, materials, and equipment.
- Follow and reinforce studio safety procedures.
- Perform general studio maintenance and operational tasks.
What you'll need#
- Basic knowledge of ceramics or a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and stay organized.
- Reliability and a cooperative attitude.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting clay and supplies.
- Previous experience in a ceramics, art studio, or workshop setting is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Brookville, New York
- Pay: $17 per hour
- Term: Rolling
- Employment Type: Federal Work Study
About Long Island University
Long Island University is a private doctoral institution founded in 1926. It operates multiple campuses and serves over 16,000 students through nearly 400 degree programs. The university maintains a staff of 800 full-time faculty members. Its operations include specialized units like LIU Pharmacy and LIU Global, which facilitates study abroad programs in several countries. The institution is based in Brookville, New York.
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