Author: Brittany Dismuke

Eli Wilner & Company is seeking to add a highly skilled fitter of works on paper to its staff.  Qualified applicants may fax their resume and salary requirements to 212-628-0264.

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority welcomes exceptional talent with a passion to realize the dream of making The West Kowloon Cultural District the prime international and local destination for arts, culture and entertainment.
We are currently recruiting the following positions to join M+.
M+, the new museum for visual culture in Hong Kong, is currently building a world class collection of Contemporary Art, Design, Architecture as well as Film, Video and New Media.
 
1. Conservator, Paintings (Ref:14031)
You will be responsible for:

• monitoring the physical condition of the paintings in the collection;
• planning and implementing preventive conservation measures for the collection;
• dealing with practical work, treatments, examination, photographic and written documentation related to the physical condition of the collection for exhibition and storage needs;
• advising the curatorial staff on conservation matters related to acquisitions; and
• collaborating in the planning of the future Conservation Department of the museum.

You should:

1. possess a recognized university degree in conservation with specialization in paintings conservation or equivalent;
2. have at least 5 years of professional experience in treating, assessing and installing modern and contemporary paintings, preferably in a museum setting;
3. have diverse knowledge in material preservation, preferably have familiarity and experience with cultural materials in South East Asia; and
4. have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and preferable in Chinese.

 
2. Conservator, Paper (Ref:14032)
You will be responsible for:

• monitoring the physical condition of works on paper in the collection;
• planning and implementing preventive conservation measures for the collection;
• dealing with practical work, treatments, examination, photographic and written documentation related to the physical condition of the collection for exhibition and storage needs;
• advising the curatorial staff on conservation matters related to acquisitions; and
• collaborating in the planning of the future Conservation Department of the museum.

You should:

1. possess a recognized university degree in conservation with specialization in conservation of works of paper or equivalent;
2. have at least 5 years of professional experience in paper conservation, preferably in a contemporary art museum setting;
3. have diverse knowledge in material preservation and photographic conservation, preferably have familiarity and experience with cultural materials in South East Asia; and
4. have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and preferable in Chinese.

 
3. Registrar, Loans and Exhibitions (Ref:13113R1)
You will be responsible for:

• managing all loan requests (incoming and outgoing) for M+, ensuring all loans are carried out in accordance with the international museum standards and agreed lender requirements;
• supporting the curatorial team on the implementation of M+ exhibition program, including assisting with travelling exhibitions management.
• overseeing shipping and packing arrangements for the loans;
• monitoring the exhibition insurance budget; and
• overseeing documentation of loans and object locations and  ensuring that all records are accurate and up to date.

You should:

1. possess a recognised university degree in Art History, Fine Art, Museum Studies or related disciplines or equivalent;
2. have around 3-5 years of experience in exhibition registration and/or loans management in a museum or arts organization;
3. have proven organizing and planning skills;
4. have a high degree of computer literacy – experience of The Museum System (TMS) or equivalent collections management system is desirable;
5. have the ability to work both independently and also cooperatively with others in a fast-paced team environment; and
6. have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and preferable in Chinese.

 
For interested parties, please send your application letter on or before 26 September 2014 along with your CV outlining how you fulfill the role requirements, expected salary and your availability, quoting the reference number and name of the position to:
Ms Catherine Lee
West Kowloon Cultural District Authority
29/F,Tower 6,The Gateway,
9 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.
 
or via respective email address:

• Conservator, Paintings (Ref: 14031)
  hr.recruit-2@wkcda.hk
• Conservator, Paper (Ref: 14032)
  hr.recruit-3@wkcda.hk
• Registrar, Loans and Exhibition (Ref: 13113R1)
  hr.recruit-4@wkcda.hk

Data collected will only be used for job application processing.  Applicants not being invited for interview within 4 weeks from 26 September 2014 may assume their applications unsuccessful.
All related information will be kept up to 24 months and all personal data will be destroyed afterwards.
 
For more information
http://www.westkowloon.hk or contact
Ms Catherine Lee at 2200-0121
 

HARVARD ART MUSEUMS, Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies
Beal Family Postgraduate Fellow in Conservation Science
 
The Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies is seeking a postdoctoral scientist for a 3-year research fellowship in the field of conservation science. Reporting to the senior conservation scientist, the fellow works with scientists, conservators, conservation fellows, curators, and academic art historians on research projects, utilizing a broad range of art and artists’ materials collections in the Harvard Art Museums and other institutions. Emphasis will be shared between traditional and modern/contemporary artists’ materials and techniques. Provides analytical services to the Harvard Art Museums’ conservators and curators in the study and preservation of the collections and documents findings. Organizes workshops and symposia to engage others in examining issues related to conservation science research. Assists with instrument maintenance and repair as necessary, and in training others to use the instruments.
 
Required Education, Experience, and Skills
Basic Qualifications
PhD in chemistry/physical science, combined with experimental research experience and an ability to conduct academic research required.
 
Additional Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high level of scientific achievement and a serious interest in a career as a scientist in the museum field. Experience with microscopy of diverse types, image analysis, and advanced computational skills desirable. Strong oral and written communications skills required. Demonstrated interest in the visual arts, record of publication and/or presentation, and knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferred.
 
Additional Information
The Straus Center has a long history of multidisciplinary collaboration among scientists, curators, and art historians. The Harvard Art Museums house world-renowned art collections and important study collections of art and artists’ materials. The laboratories are equipped with polarized light and reflectance/UV fluorescence microscopes, and GC-MS, MALDI-TOF-MS, FT-IR, Raman, and XRF spectrometers. Beyond the resources of the center, Harvard University and other local universities and museums offer access to specialized analytical equipment and a large scientific community.
Please note this is a term position beginning September 1, 2015, ending August 31, 2018.
 
Application Instructions
A complete application includes a curriculum vitae and statement of interest, not to exceed one page, single-spaced, summarizing the applicant’s interests and intent in the fellowship.
 
Please apply online: http://hr.harvard.edu/search-jobs.
Search by School/Unit: Harvard Art Museums.
 
Application deadline: January 2, 2015
Interview notification: January 26–29, 2015
Interviews held: February 24–March 6, 2015
 
Inquiries may be directed to: am_straus@harvard.edu.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

HARVARD ART MUSEUMS, Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies
Fellowships in Conservation, 2015–2016
 
The Conservation Fellowship Program at the Harvard Art Museums is designed to broaden the experience of conservators embarking on professional careers in museum conservation. A ten-month fellowship will be offered in each of the following areas: objects, paintings, and paper conservation beginning September 1, 2015.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

• The main focus for the fellow will be examination and treatment of works of art from the Harvard Art Museums’ collections. A technical research project focusing on a work(s) of art from the Harvard Art Museums’ collections will comprise approximately 15% of the fellowship.
• The fellow carries out a broad range of activities, including treating works of art in the collections; preparing accompanying written and photographic documentation, estimates, correspondence, and condition reports for exhibitions, loans, and acquisitions; and presenting research and other projects.
• Serving the museums’ teaching and research mission, the fellow helps provide content expertise and support for the Harvard Art Museums’ public and academic interpretive programs.

 
Required Education, Experience, and Skills
Basic Qualifications
MA, MS, or Certificate in Conservation from a recognized university program; a proven record of treatment and research; and proficiency in both written and spoken English.
 
Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of treatment and research.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently as well as collegially.
• Familiarity with state-of-the-art imaging tools used for conservation documentation, including digital photography, x-radiography, and infrared reflectography (IRR).
• Proficiency with computer software, including image editing and management software and Adobe Photoshop.

 
Application Instructions
A complete application includes a curriculum vitae; a statement, not to exceed one page, single-spaced, summarizing the applicant’s interests and intent in the fellowship and their chosen specialization; transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate courses of academic study, with an explanation of the evaluation system if it is not equivalent to that of the United States; and three letters of recommendation. All application materials must be in English.
 
Please apply online: http://hr.harvard.edu/search-jobs.
Search by School/Unit: Harvard Art Museums.
 

1. Please upload curriculum vitae, statement of interest, and transcripts.

 

2. Please ask references to send letters of recommendation to: am_straus@harvard.edu. Letters of reference will be verified.

 

3. Deadline for receipt of application materials and supporting documents is January 2, 2015. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Conservator of Works of Art on Paper, Floating World Gallery (FWG).
 
FWG has created a new full-time position for a paper conservator who will treat the Japanese prints and paintings in our collection and work in tandem with our current team of conservators and managers.  Given the specialized nature of our collection the candidate should have a demonstrated interest in the preservation of classical and modern Japanese works on paper and a familiarity with the practical treatments used to improve the most common issues associated with their ephemeral papers and fugitive pigments.  The candidate must also have the ability to work efficiently on projects requiring independence, communicate effectively and manage a busy schedule.
 
Located in Chicago, FWG is the largest gallery in the US specializing in Japanese art.  It provides a rich resource for conservation education and hands-on exposure to museum quality works of art.  Candidates must have a Master’s degree in art conservation and at least two years of experience beyond graduation.  Candidates should send a letter of interest to wls@floatingworld.com, including educational and professional qualifications as well as aspects of relevant work experience.  Those invited for an interview will be asked to bring additional information.  Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s skills and credentials ($36,000 to $48,000 per annum plus benefits).

Contemporary Conservation, a New York City based conservation studio specializing in contemporary art, is seeking a full time Associate Conservator.  The candidate should have demonstrated ability and experience in the treatment of a broad range of contemporary artworks and be capable to work under tight deadlines in our fast paced conservation studio. Working with a team is essential. The candidate should have a Bachelors in Art conservation from an internationally recognized conservation program, and/or equivalent professional experience plus a demonstrated ability to problem solve and work on a wide range of contemporary materials. The candidate should be familiar and experienced with the recent conservation discourse and with a great variety of modern conservation techniques and paint systems.
Applicants should possess an in-depth knowledge of contemporary and modern art. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as basic photographic documentation. Strong organizational skills are necessary. Required tasks include assessing a works condition, reporting, accurately estimating treatment times, preparing proposals, and onsite work. Applicants should have profound knowledge in objects and/or painting conservation and experience working with installation art, painting, sculpture, outdoor sculpture to name a few. Ability to make independent decisions sustained by analytical and theoretical application is essential. Applicants must be organized, goal oriented, structured, and willing to adapt to new challenges. They must be able to work collaboratively within a dynamic team. Familiarity with Macintosh platforms is preferred, and a working knowledge of Filemaker, InDesign, and Photoshop is ideal.
Interested applicants should email with a cover letter, resume, contact information and three professional references as well as three sample treatment reports. Please send all documentation to studiomanagercc@gmail.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Deadline for applications is September 15^th. Please do not call about this position. Contemporary Conservation offers competitive salary to commensurate with experience, and a total compensation package that includes health care and a matching 401(k) program. CC is an equal opportunity employer.

The Clock Restoration Project at the City Hall / Courthouse in Minneapolis is officially advertised as of today (August 13^th) with proposals due by September 24^th, 2014.  This project is being procured through the Hennepin County Best Value Process and will be posted on their website.  The site visit and training are not required, but are encouraged a those selected for interviews will need to communicate a good understanding of the building and project.  The first two site visits will also include training on the Best Value Process.  The schedule for site visits is as follows:
Training plus project walk thru – August 27^th meeting will be held in room 132 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Training plus project walk thru – September 4^th meeting will be held in room 132 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm
Last Project Walk thru with no questions – September 10^th meeting will be held in room 105 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
 
The City Hall / Courthouse is located at 350 S 5^th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota
 
To obtain the RFP documents, please go to Public Plan Room of the Franz Reprographics website:
http://www.ipdservices.com/clients/franz/?FranzReprographics&Show=Planroom
Proposers can look at the documents online, download them, and order prints from the website.  All addenda will also be posted to the website and plan holders will be listed and notified when new documents are available.  Proposers can view the documents as a guest (without signing in) but will need to register with Franz to get a username and password to be listed as a plan holder in order to do anything more than just looking at the documents online.  Downloads will be free.  Printing and mailing costs will be the responsibility of the bidder.
 
If you have questions, please contact Bob Mack or Angela Wolf Scott at 612-341-4051.