The Researcher will be instrumental in development and delivery of the Museum’s physical displays and programming, working closely with management, staff and board members, as well as interacting directly with the public to ensure that information provided is complete, accurate and relevant. The primary focus of this position is to maintain and enhance the integrity of the Museum’s existing artifacts and new acquisitions by verifying provenance, and to improve the overall visitor experience by providing additional information and contextual references.
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and general competence in computer hardware and software will be required. Research experience and strong communications and public relations skills would be preferred and a demonstrated interest in, or knowledge of, aviation and aerospace history and development would be considered an asset.
Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 16 weeks
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gander, NL A1V 1W6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you registered with Young Canada Works at www.youngcanadaworks.ca? REQUIRED
• Were you a full-time student in the 2024 winter semester and plan to be a full-time student in the fall? REQUIRED

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-05-1

Please refer the Job description for details