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Scientific Illustrator

Field Museum21 open roles

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$21 an hour
Where
Chicago, IL, US
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Position: Scientific Illustrator

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Keller Action Center

Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history.

The Scientific Illustrator for the Keller Science Action Center will use artwork and graphic design to communicate the ecological and cultural significance of species living in or by Chicagoland rivers. Building on this theme, the Illustrator will create a set of scientific illustrations highlighting said species and use those illustrations to communicate their conservation needs. This internship will be a hybrid position working 28 hours/week for 16 weeks. This position will be supervised by the Senior Data Management Specialist and co-mentored by the Field Museum’s Artist-in-Residence.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Produce scientific illustrations of species dependent on Chicagoland rivers, such as fish, birds, bivalves, and similar. Create additional piece(s) for engaging a popular audience. Possible options include stickers and postcards showing fauna in their habitats, a graphic novel, a comic book, a poster series, etc.
  • Work closely with scientists and the Artist-in-Residence to ensure accuracy, quality, and consistency across illustration and design outputs.
  • As a culminating experience, present and exhibit completed illustrations and campaign materials at a Keller Science Action Center event.
  • Participate in occasional field work in Chicago and the broader Calumet and Kankakee Regions to deepen ecological understanding and inform illustration choices.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in scientific illustration, fine arts, graphic design, or similar or equivalent experience
  • Ability to portray subjects in a scientific manner in one or more mediums
  • Experience creating artwork from life and from photo references
  • Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
  • Ability to work in a hybrid in-person/virtual work environment
  • Strong time and project management skills
  • Interest in ecology, conservation, and science communication
  • Ability to research subjects of the illustrations
  • Passion to develop skills in scientific illustration
  • Commitment to continued learning in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion competencies
  • Your application must include a portfolio of 5-10 illustration samples that demonstrate skill and experience in illustration of natural subjects. Please upload one pdf of all samples.
  • Your application must include a cover letter describing how you fulfill the qualifications listed above.

Applications must be received by November 23, 2026. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted by November 30, 2026.

Supervision Received:

Receives general supervision by Program Manager, Chicago Program

Supervision Exercised:

The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Hours and Shift:

28 hours/weekly

Hybrid Eligibility:

Not eligible

Location:

1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. Chicago, IL 60605

Union Representation:

This position is represented by Field Museum Workers’ United, AFSCME Council 31, AFL-CIO.

Pay Range: $21.00/Hourly

PLEASE READ: *When you apply for multiple positions, please make sure to delete your previous resume and cover letter and upload the latest version of your resume and cover letter that is relevant to the job you are applying for, every time you apply. This will help our hiring managers access the correct documents. Please note that removing the resume and cover letter will not delete any previously submitted resumes and cover letters.

The Field Museum is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity, and fostering mutual respect. We value the unique perspectives each team member brings, which empowers our ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

At the Field Museum, we are dedicated to making our career website and recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you encounter any difficulty when using or accessing our online application, or if you need a reasonable accommodation for completing your application, participating in interviews, or any other part of the selection process, please reach out to us at [email protected].

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