Announcement of faculty position in the Art Conservation Department:
Open Rank, Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Paper Conservation
The Art Conservation Department at SUNY Buffalo State invites applications for the tenure track position of assistant or associate Professor of Paper Conservation, depending on qualifications, to begin in August 2016.
The department offers an internationally recognized three-year program of graduate instruction leading to the M.A. degree and a Certificate of Advanced Study in art conservation. The position provides a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic group of dedicated and distinguished educators, avid researchers and respected practitioners of conservation.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will teach lecture and laboratory courses in paper conservation and the pertinent history of materials and techniques, with a focus on fine art and archival documents. She/he will supervise student projects and provide mentoring and advisement to students specializing in paper conservation and to those who, within the paper conservation track, specialize in photograph or library/archives conservation. Advisement includes assisting students in obtaining suitable third-year internships and guiding students in focused investigatory projects required during their second year, in cooperation with other department faculty. Although teaching is the primary responsibility, it is expected that the candidate will pursue a scholarly, research and creative activity agenda, as well.
The paper conservation professor will actively participate in the life of the department, including:
- upkeep and maintenance of the paper conservation suite facilities
- managing and organizing the photograph and library/archives conservation curricula
- coordinating with the department’s guest lecturer program
- serving on department and college committees
- participating in department and college events
- advancing the department’s public outreach initiatives
- representing the department/college by participating in professional organizations
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- For assistant professor: A terminal degree in art conservation or related discipline; a demonstrated progressive experience in the conservation of paper-based materials; evidence of a high degree of proficiency and skill in the performance of a variety of conservation treatments on a wide range of works on paper; evidence of initiating a scholarly agenda (publishing or speaking on professional conservation issues); well developed communication skills; evidence of ability to work cooperatively and collegially within an interdisciplinary work environment.
- For associate professor: A terminal degree in art conservation or related discipline; a demonstrated progressive experience in the conservation of paper-based materials; evidence of a high degree of proficiency and skill in the performance of a variety of conservation treatments on a wide range of works on paper; a record of publishing in peer reviewed conservation journals and presenting papers at conferences; a record of service to the profession; well developed communication skills; evidence of ability to work cooperatively and collegially within an interdisciplinary work environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Evidence of ability, interest in and commitment to teaching, especially at the graduate level;
- Knowledge and experience with historical and/or modern paper making techniques;
- Knowledge and experience with the conservation of rare books, library/archival collections and/or photographs;
- Advanced studies or research in the conservation of cultural heritage, the technical art history of art on paper, material science of paper, or a closely related area of paper conservation.
APPOINTMENT: Full-time tenure-track appointment beginning September 1, 2016, contingent on funding. Salary is competitive nationally, with excellent benefits.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The Art Conservation Department is an internationally recognized professionally oriented graduate program, offering conservation specializations in objects, paintings, photo, library/archives and works of art on paper. The department maintains close working relationships with the regional cultural institutions such as the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, The Buffalo Museum of Science, The Buffalo History Museum and the University of Rochester Memorial Art Gallery to name just a few. With over 400 graduates working in museums, regional centers and private practices across the country and overseas, the Art Conservation Department’s alumni play an integral role in the preservation of our nation’s and the world’s cultural heritage.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin January 8, 2016. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Send cover letter addressing qualifications, teaching philosophy and professional activities, curriculum vitae, list of Internet links to samples of conservation treatments, publications, and other research/scholarly/creative work, along with names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three references to: https://jobs.buffalostate.edu
Email questions to the Art Conservation Department: artcon@buffalostate.edu
Learn more about SUNY Buffalo State and the Art Conservation Department at http://artconservation.buffalostate.edu
A commitment to the mission and core values of SUNY Buffalo State is expected. SUNY Buffalo State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and particularly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.