Category: Job, Internship, & Fellowship Postings

1. Heritage Monitoring Officer, Monmouthshire County Council
2. Senior Carpenter (10998, Grade T04), The Maryland National Capital Park And Planning Commission
3. Senior Carpenter (14140, Grade T04), The Maryland National Capital Park And Planning Commission
4. Watershed Conservation Intern, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
5. Fallingwater Archive Collections Internship, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy – Fallingwater
6. Senior Furniture Conservator, The Conservation Center
7. Senior Paintings Conservator, The Conservation Center
8. Conservation and Easements Manager, Chestnut Hill Conservancy & Historical Society
9. Preservation and Outreach Internship, SS United States Conservancy

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1. HERITAGE MONITORING OFFICER, Monmouthshire County Council (Ust, UK)

• Deadline: February 3, 2017

Monmouthshire County Council have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified conservation professional to join the Heritage Team within the Council’s Planning Service.

Working directly within the Development Management Team the post holder will be expected to provide specialist advice on heritage issues focussing on monitoring work being carried out under Listed Building Consent and undertaking any required enforcement action. The post holder will be expected to act as the primary case officer for monitoring and enforcement cases and be expected to support the work of the team in managing the Buildings at Risk Register.

The postholder will have a professional qualification, to degree level, in a relevant conservation related field or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of experience within the historic environment.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is February 3, 2017, with interviews to be held on the February 15, 2016.

For further details of the job description and the person specification please see Monmouthshire County Council’s Website.

For further information or to informally discuss this post please contact the Heritage Manager Amy Longford (amylongford@monmouthshire.gov.uk, +44 01633 644877), or the Development Services Manager, Phil Thomas (philipthomas@monmouthshire.gov.uk, +44 01633 644809).

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2. SENIOR CARPENTER, The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission (Prince George’s County, MD, USA)

• Application deadline: February 24, 17 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time
• Salary: $40,293.00 – $68,949.00 Annually
• 10998, Grade T04

Prince George’s County, Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural and Historical Resources Division is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to serve as a Senior Carpenter within the Historic Property Maintenance Unit (HPMU).  Our nationally recognized Parks and Recreation Department has a long history of stewardship of historic properties and a large inventory of active house museums, historic structures and landscapes, and historic assets.  Located just outside of the nation’s capital, in Prince George’s County, Maryland, the Department manages 46 historic properties including 14 properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places, 2 National Historic Landmarks, 35 properties designated as County Historic Sites, 7 properties subject to Maryland Historical Trust Easements, and more than 100 archaeological sites.

The applicant will work closely with the Division’s Historic Asset and Project Coordinator and HPMU Manager on historic preservation projects which includes projects such as rebuilding and replication of historic windows, re-glazing window sashes, dismantling and reassembling and/or repairing and stabilizing old tenant houses, barns and out structures; installing windows, doors, siding, and flooring in historic structures. The applicant will need to effectively work and communicate with internal staff assisting with the project and managing the different historic structures. The applicant being sought must have strong field experience working directly as a carpenter on historic projects and understand the most up-to-date construction approaches being used on such structures.

IMPORTANT WORKER CHARACTERISTICS
Considerable knowledge of: (1) standard carpentry practices and methods; (2) knowledge and field experience working directly as a carpenter on historic projects and understand the necessary approaches and/or be able to learn the steps that must be taken to work on historic sites; (3) OSHA and MOSH, fire, and building codes; (4) Commission policies and procedures; and (5) hazardous materials.

Skill in operation of: (1) carpentry hand and power tools; (2) light construction equipment (e.g., skid loader, forklift, etc.); (3) motor vehicles; and (4) appropriate office equipment.

Ability to: (1) understand and apply principles to solve practical problems; (2) calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; (3) read and understand manuals, blueprints, sketches, and different colors; (6) lift up to 100 pounds; (7) acquire CPR and first aid certification; and (8) work at heights.

Work Conditions: indoor/outdoor, exposure to varied weather conditions, confined spaces, heights, dirt, noise, dust, and fumes.

Must be available to work during emergencies.

For more information and to apply, visit: http://tinyurl.com/zkjyqzh.

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3. SENIOR CARPENTER, The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission (Prince George’s County, MD, USA)

• Application deadline: February 24, 17 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time
• Salary: $40,293.00 – $68,949.00 Annually
• 14140, Grade T04

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (“M-NCPPC”), Prince George’s County, Department of Parks and Recreation, Natural and Historical Resources Division is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to serve as a Senior Carpenter within the Historic Property Maintenance Unit (HPMU). Our nationally recognized Parks and Recreation Department has a long history of stewardship of historic properties and a large inventory of active house museums, historic structures and landscapes, and historic assets.  Located just outside of the nation’s capital, in Prince George’s County, Maryland, the Department manages 46 historic properties including 14 properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places, 2 National Historic Landmarks, 35 properties designated as County Historic Sites, 7 properties subject to Maryland Historical Trust Easements, and more than 100 archaeological sites.

The applicant will work closely with the Division’s Historic Asset and Project Coordinator and HPMU Manager on historic preservation projects which includes projects such as rebuilding and replication of historic windows, re-glazing window sashes, dismantling and reassembling and/or repairing and stabilizing old tenant houses, barns and out structures; installing windows, doors, siding, and flooring in historic structures. The applicant will need to effectively work and communicate with internal staff assisting with the project and managing the different historic structures. The applicant being sought must have strong field experience working directly as a carpenter on historic projects and understand the most up-to-date construction approaches being used on such structures.

Work Conditions: indoor/outdoor, exposure to varied weather conditions, confined spaces, heights, dirt, noise, dust, and fumes.  Must be available to work during emergencies.

IMPORTANT WORKER CHARACTERISTICS
Considerable knowledge of: (1) standard carpentry practices and methods; (2) knowledge and field experience working directly as a carpenter on historic projects and understand the necessary approaches and/or be able to learn the steps that must be taken to work on historic sites; (3) OSHA and MOSH, fire, and building codes; (4) Commission policies and procedures; and (5) hazardous materials.

Skill in operation of: (1) carpentry hand and power tools; (2) light construction equipment (e.g., skid loader, forklift, etc.); (3) motor vehicles; and (4) appropriate office equipment.

Ability to: (1) understand and apply principles to solve practical problems; (2) calculate fractions, decimals and percentages; (3) read and understand manuals, blueprints, sketches, and different colors; (6) lift up to 100 pounds; (7) acquire CPR and first aid certification; and (8) work at heights.

For more information and to apply, visit: http://tinyurl.com/hrwebnr.

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4. WATERSHED CONSERVATION INTERN, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (Indiana, PA, USA)

• Application deadline: March 10, 2017

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking one summer intern for the Watershed Conservation Program. The intern will work under the supervision of assigned Watershed Conservation staff.

Job Description: The interns will assist with implementing a variety of watershed restoration projects and aquatic surveys, in close coordination with Watershed Conservation staff. Duties will include assisting in the areas of:

• Water quality monitoring and assessment
• Watershed restoration
• Volunteer training
• Project implementation
• Biological survey work focusing on macroinvertebrates, various fish species, freshwater mussels, and hellbender salamanders is possible

Qualifications:

• Completion of, or significant progress toward, a bachelor’s degree in biology, watershed science, stream ecology, environmental studies or a related field
• Ability to work independently or under minimal supervision
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel
• Ability to travel to various worksites and willingness to work some evenings, weekends, and overnight trips, as necessary
• Ability to conduct field research is essential
• Must be able to traverse rugged terrain while carrying at least 50 pounds of sampling gear, work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and assist with strenuous physical duties including heavy lifting and using hand/power tools to complete construction activities

Position Duration: Summer of 2017; one position is available for 12 weeks at 40 hours per week. Expected start date for position is May 30, 2017; end date is August 18, 2017.

Location: 1067 Philadelphia Street, Suite 101, Indiana, PA 15701

Pay: $10 per hour

Application process: To apply send resume, cover letter and two letters of reference to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Watershed Intern” in the subject line. Application deadline is March 10, 2017.

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5. FALLINGWATER ARCHIVE COLLECTIONS INTERNSHIP, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy – Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA, USA)

• Application deadline is March 15, 2017

Fallingwater, the architectural masterwork designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, seeks applications for its Judy Cheteyan Fallingwater Collections Internship. This year we seek a full-time summer residency intern to work exclusively with the archives collection.

Working under the supervision of the Director of Preservation and Registrar, the Collections Intern will select one or more collections from the archives as a focused summer project. The selection will be based on diversity of content, and will be of a size and scope that can be successfully completed. Duties will include housing, organizing, and preparing a finding aid according to national standards for DACS (Describing Archives: A Content Standard) and EAD (Encoded Archival Description).

Qualifications: Recent graduate or current graduate student in Library and/or Information Science with a strong interest and relevant experience in archives with preference given to those with an interest and/or experience with photo archives.

Position Duration: Ten weeks, beginning June 1, 2017, and ending August 11, 2017. Interns will be expected to work during normal business hours (typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), forty hours per week.

Location: Fallingwater is located in rural Mill Run, Pennsylvania (zip code 15464), and is approximately ninety miles from the Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). Having a motor vehicle is strongly recommended as there are no stores or amenities within walking distance.

Pay: This is an hourly paid internship that includes free, on-site shared housing. Interns are required to provide their own food, linens, laundry supplies, and incidentals.

Application Process: To apply, email cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference (academic or employer) to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Collections Intern in the subject line. Application deadline is March 15, 2017.

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6. SENIOR FURNITURE CONSERVATOR, The Conservation Center (Chicago, IL, USA)

The Conservation Center in Chicago is searching for a Senior Furniture Conservator in an effort to expand the company’s Furniture Department. The ideal candidate must have the following: Working knowledge of materials, techniques and ethics of furniture conservation; extremely fine manual skills; the ability to carry out treatments of minor to major complexity; sound judgment; the ability to meet scheduled deadlines; and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients as a positive and productive team member.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal training in Furniture Conservation from a recognized program and a minimum of 8-10 years post graduate experience in private practice.
• Ability to execute difficult conservation techniques both in the lab and onsite.
• Ability to provide comprehensive condition reports, treatment recommendations, and post-treatment reports.
• Has experience with disaster response, and ability to work in a disaster situation.
• Ability to work with large volumes of work efficiently.
• Ability to converse comfortably with clients.
• Prepared to travel to various locations throughout the U.S. to examine or treat damaged works.
• Ability to perform the physical labor as required for specific treatments.
• Responsible for seeing projects through from start to completion.

This is a full-time salaried position. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience- Benefits include medical insurance, vacation pay and a 401(K) retirement program.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Heather.B@theconservationcenter.com.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary history, and three professional references which illustrate qualifications. If applying outside the U.S. a U.S. work visa is required before applying.

The Conservation Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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7. SENIOR PAINTINGS CONSERVATOR, The Conservation Center (Chicago, IL, USA)

The Conservation Center in Chicago is searching for a Senior Paintings Conservator in an effort to expand the company’s Paintings Department. The ideal candidate must have the following: working knowledge of materials, techniques, and ethics of painting conservation; extremely fine manual skills; the ability to carry out treatments of minor to major complexity; sound judgment; the ability to meet scheduled deadlines; and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients as a positive and productive team member.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An advanced degree in art conservation with a specialization in paintings conservation or an advanced degree with comparable training and a minimum of 8-10 years post graduate experience in a private practice.
• Ability to execute difficult conservation techniques both in the lab and onsite.
• Ability to provide comprehensive condition reports, treatment recommendations, and post-treatment reports.
• Has experience with disaster response situations, and ability to work in a disaster situation.
• Ability to work with large volumes of artwork efficiently.
• Ability to converse comfortably with clients.
• Prepared to travel to various locations throughout the US to examine or treat damaged works of art.
• Ability to perform the physical labor as required for specific treatments.
• Responsible for seeing projects through from start to completion.

This is a full-time salaried position. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience- Benefits include medical insurance, vacation pay and a 401(K) retirement program.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Amber.S@TheConservationCenter.com.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary history, and three professional references which illustrate qualifications. If applying outside the U.S. a U.S. work visa is required before applying.

The Conservation Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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8. CONSERVATION AND EASEMENTS MANAGER, Chestnut Hill Conservancy & Historical Society (Philadelphia, PA, USA)

• Part time position

This is an exciting opportunity to strengthen open space, watershed, and historic resource conservation/preservation efforts of a strong local nonprofit dedicated to history, preservation and land conservation.

The Chestnut Hill Conservancy seeks an energetic, detail-oriented professional to manage and grow its conservation and easements program. This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual interested in the fields of land and watershed conservation, historic preservation, or urban planning.  This position is funded in part through a grant from the William Penn Foundation, and as such has great potential for growth.

This part-time position is for 30 hours per week, with a salary of $30,000 per year, including 10 CHHS holidays and 60 hours’ vacation/sick leave. The work schedule is flexible, but needs to be consistent. Although this position reports to the Executive Director, he/she is responsible for all aspects of the Conservation and Easements Program.  Oversight of the Conservation and Easements Program is managed by a joint committee of CH Conservancy and the Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW).

QUALIFICATIONS

• The successful candidate will be highly detail-oriented, organized, self-starting and reliable, with excellent communication, project management, and photography skills.
• Although not required, a background in land conservation and/or historic preservation is desirable, as is a familiarity with conservation and preservation easements. Training will be provided.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite is required and database management is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a car is required.
• Residency in/near Chestnut Hill a plus but not required.

ABOUT CHESTNUT CONSERVANCY
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy, a nonprofit founded in 1967, works collaboratively to preserve and educate about the unique architecture, open space and social history of Chestnut Hill and surrounding communities.  Through programs, exhibits, tours, and our Archives (with over 21,000 photographs, maps, records and more), CHHS is dedicated to preserving and interpreting our region’s heritage. Under its Easement Program, in partnership with the Friends of the Wissahickon, CHHS protects more than 92 acres and 13 historical facades in perpetuity.  In 1985, CHHS documented virtually every structure in Chestnut Hill and led the successful effort to have Chestnut Hill designated as a National Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places. See more at: www.CHConservancy.org.

TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter, resume and relevant writing sample to Lori@CHConservancy.org.

The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

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9. PRESERVATION AND OUTREACH INTERNSHIP, SS United States Conservancy (Various Locations)

The SS United States Conservancy, a national nonprofit organization founded in 2004, is dedicated to protecting, revitalizing, and promoting the historic ocean liner SS United States, the largest passenger ship ever built in America and current holder of the transatlantic speed record.  “America’s Flagship” transported four US presidents, business moguls, and movie stars, and tourists and immigrants and is one of the last great super liners from the golden age of trans-Atlantic travel.

The SS United States Conservancy purchased the SS United States in February of 2011, and is currently working to secure her future as a mixed-use, stationary development which will include a SS United States museum.  The Conservancy is moving full speed ahead on its goals of building its permanent collection of archives, art, and artifacts from the SS United States.  Our dedicated staff is always diligently exploring how to best preserve, celebrate, and disseminate the range of items in the Conservancy’s collections through unique opportunities with museums, institutions, and other organizations.

Guided by a prominent board of directors and advisory council, the Conservancy currently has a small team based in Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and New York.  The organization has members hailing from all 50 states and 22 nations worldwide. For more information, visit www.ssusc.org.

The Preservation and Outreach Intern will work with Conservancy staff to develop and grow its permanent collection of art, artifacts, and objects.  Tasks will include scanning historic documents and photographs and assisting in the expansion of passenger and crew database, culling information from the Conservancy’s archive of passenger lists and other documents from the SS United States.  Additionally, the intern will help devise and implement fundraising and outreach strategies for an oral history initiative. Other responsibilities include researching key ship-preservation projects and some administrative duties such as copying, assembling, mailing, and data entry into the constituent database under the supervision of outreach staff.

Preferred Location: Philadelphia. Will consider other locations.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a small office environment or remotely, with a personal computer available for use. The ideal candidate should have a strong self-starter attitude with a keen attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and Google Drive. Experience with Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign would be advantageous.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, and for the Communications and Outreach intern position, social media skills and savvy are also crucial.
• Ability to generate and contribute to creative and effective problem-solving strategies.
• Preference will be given to candidates pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in marketing, communications, historic preservation, or museum studies.

Commitment: 10-15 hours per week. (This internship can be combined with other part-time work or internship opportunities.)

Remuneration: This is a paid internship.

Start Date and Duration: Negotiable.

These positions offer excellent opportunities for professional and personal development with practical, hands-on experience and mentoring. Each position can be sculpted to some degree based on the interests and abilities of the candidate.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to positions@ssusc.org. Cover letters should mention relevant experience and skills, and indicate how those skills and experiences would advance the Conservancy’s mission and work. No phone calls please.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to each individual applicant. Qualified candidates will be contacted by one of our staff members to arrange a phone interview.

The Conservation Department at the Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) is accepting applications for a Lunder Conservation Fellowship in objects conservation. The Lunder Conservation Fellowship provides the opportunity to further refine examination and treatment skills and to pursue collection-based research. The fellow will gain experience working in a collaborative museum environment, which has access to the resources at the Museum Conservation Institute and the larger Smithsonian research community.

The fellow will be encouraged to pursue avenues of research related to technical art history as well as aspects of conservation theory and ethics related to conservation treatments. A primary mission of the Lunder Conservation Center is to serve the professional and public communities through outreach, thus we especially encourage those interested in the communication of conservation practices and research to apply. The Lunder Conservation Fellow will have the opportunity to plan a professional outreach activity and to participate in some of the routine activities of the objects/paintings conservation department lab as part of his or her professional development.

The fellow’s own interests will help dictate the selection of objects to be treated and a research direction, and the incumbent may participate in work generated by the museum’s exhibition and acquisition schedule. There is the opportunity to treat contemporary as well as traditional artworks.

The fellowship is open to US and international citizens who have a Master’s Degree in Conservation from a recognized conservation training program and who have proficient English language skills (written and spoken).

The Lunder Conservation Fellowship includes a stipend of $32,700 and a research allowance of $3,300. The Fellowship is to begin in September or October and run for a term of 12 months.

To apply, please submit a statement of interest, a C.V. and two letters of recommendation to Tiarna Doherty at the address below (by email). The deadline for application materials is February 24, 2017. Interviews will be conducted by phone in early March with a final decision anticipated by March 31. Tiarna Doherty, Chief of Conservation, Lunder Conservation Center MRC 970 P.O. Box 37012, Washington DC 20013-7012email to: Dohertyt@si.edu; telephone: (202) 633-5802

1. Assistant Curator – Modern & Contemporary British Art
2. Researcher, Conservation Science – NANORESTART, Tate Museum
3. Conservator (Paper and/or Book) Parliamentary Archives, Palace of Westminster, Houses of Parliament
4. Project Conservator, University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
5. Associate Heritage Consultant, Pegasus Group
6. Conservation Scientist, Historic Environment Scotland
7. Curatorial Assistant – Mollusks, The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
8. Assistant Director (Collections Management), University of Alberta
9. Post-Doctoral Fellow and Interim Curator-Anthropocene, Carnegie Museum of Natural History

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1. ASSISTANT CURATOR – MODERN & CONTEMPORARY BRITISH ART, Tate (London, UK)

• Closing date: January 18, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

The Curatorial Department is responsible for devising and delivering Tate Britain’s programme of exhibitions and displays, for contributing to Tate’s acquisition programme, researching the Collection, and for fostering the study of British Art.

You will assist and support the work of the Curatorial Department, devising and playing a key role in the organisation of Tate Britain displays and exhibitions relating to the modern period, and occasionally more widely. You will contribute to the development, study, care and presentation of the collection of Modern and Contemporary British Art, dealing with acquisitions, research and publishing, displays and exhibitions, and specialist enquiries.

You will have a degree or post-graduate degree in art history or a related field, along with a broad knowledge of twentieth-century art, and demonstrable relevant work experience working with displays, exhibitions or a permanent collection. Specialist knowledge of at least some aspect of the area that the post covers: Modern and Contemporary British Art, with a focus on the period 1940-80s is essential.

You will have excellent writing and research skills. Your well-developed interpersonal skills will enable you to work effectively as part of a team and collaboratively across and beyond Tate. Flexible and highly organised you will be able to prioritise your work to meet deadlines, and maintain your attention to detail under pressure.

For more details and to apply, go to: workingat.tate.org.uk/pages/job_search_view.aspx?jobId=3127&JobIndex=3&categoryList=&workingPatternList=&locations=&group=&keywords=&PageIndex=1&Number=20.

Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all. 

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2. RESEARCHER, CONSERVATION SCIENCE – NANORESTART, Tate Museum (London, UK)

• Closing date: January 19, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Funded by the EU, the NANORESTART project aims to address the often extremely fast degradation of materials used by contemporary artists. Working at the cutting edge of modern chemistry and material science, the project will focus on the development and evaluation of highly innovative conservation techniques.

This is your chance to work with one of the most globally important art institutions on ground-breaking research into one of the most significant challenges facing modern and contemporary art conservation. You will make a significant contribution by producing test polymeric substrate samples and evaluating surface cleaning systems using analytical and imaging technologies. You’ll also circulate results to our research partners, contribute to the dissemination of research and facilitate the transfer of knowledge from the project into practice within Tate. The scientific analysis of our collection will also fall within your remit.

An active post-doctoral researcher, you will have experience of conservation science, heritage science, technical art history or a physical science. Alongside at least two publications that demonstrate autonomous and original research, preferably related to conservation or heritage science, you will bring experience of gas chromatography, FTIR spectroscopy, digital microscopy or equivalent. As the role will involve multiple collaborations with international partners, meticulous organization and attention to detail will be essential. Above all, you will be driven to achieve with the ability to use your own initiative.

This appointment is offered on a fixed-term contract of 10 months, commencing in March 2017.

How to apply
Our opportunities are open for you to apply online, please visit: https://workingat.tate.org.uk/pages/job_search_view.aspx?jobId=3123&JobIndex=4&categoryList=&workingPatternList=&locations=&group=&keywords=&PageIndex=1&Number=20.

For all opportunities we ask candidates to complete an online application form for the vacancy they are interested in. If you need an application form in an alternative format please call us on +44 020 7887 4997.

Interviews: week commencing Monday, 30 January 2017.

Our jobs are like our galleries, open to all.

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3. CONSERVATOR (PAPER AND/OR BOOK) PARLIAMENTARY ARCHIVES, Palace of Westminster, Houses of Parliament (London, UK)

• Application deadline: January 23, 2017
• Duration: Full Time Permanent (Begins March 2017 and will be subject to a 9-month probation period)
• Salary: HL5 (25,400 – 29,623 GBP)
• Interviews are likely to be held the week of February 6, 2017

Role Requirements: Significant post college experience working in conservation and collection care in a library and/or archive environment; some supervisory skills; educated to degree level or equivalent.

Parliamentary records are at the heart of our democracy. They have embodied our liberties, rights and responsibilities for over five hundred years. The Parliamentary Archives helps Parliament work more efficiently and openly, enabling it to make its decisions and act as effectively as possible. And we want to inspire everyone with the compelling story of Parliament, people and communities right up to the present day.

The Archives is a shared service of both Houses of Parliament, based in the House of Lords but jointly funded by the House of Lords and House of Commons. It provides innovative and expert information management, preservation, access and outreach services enabling anyone in the world to use Parliament’s records, both now and in the future. It holds over 8km of physical records dating back to 1497 and its digital repository is now operational and growing rapidly. These records include many of the most important constitutional records in the UK, such as the Bill of Rights, the 1832 Great Reform Act and the Death Warrant of Charles I, as well as up to four million others which have touched the lives of everyone and every community in this country and many abroad.

This is an exciting opportunity for a practicing Conservator with some preservation experience to join the Parliamentary Archives. You will work to support the Collection Care Manager and Conservation Studio Manager in the development of collection care workflow and assist in the development and occasional supervision of two Collection Care Assistants.

The main focus of the role will be to undertake a programme of specialist conservation and preservation treatment to the Archive?s collection of records (bound and flat) and support the Conservation Studio Manager through various operational activities, such as communicating with stakeholders across the Parliamentary estate and visitors, and teaching interns and junior staff.

To view further details and apply, please visit: https://houseoflordsjobs.engageats.co.uk/

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4. PROJECT CONSERVATOR, University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Philadelphia, PA, USA)

Applications must be submitted by January 23, 2017.

Penn Museum (The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology) is seeking a Project Conservator with experience and the ability to work relatively independently.

The Project Conservator will be responsible for carrying out conservation treatment of an Egyptian painted limestone Old Kingdom mortuary chapel in preparation for its reinstallation in spaces being renovated. The primary duties include researching appropriate treatment techniques and materials, providing a treatment proposal; carrying out necessary treatment; supervising interns assisting with the treatment; keeping written, photographic, and electronic records of work; and keeping current with developments in the field through readings, conferences, online discussions, and personal contacts. The work is to be carried out in an enclosed space within an open gallery, so the Project Conservator will be on public view during Museum open hours and may be required to interact with the public at specific times. The Project Conservator will also share in the regular duties of the Department. This is a one-year term position.

The candidate must be a graduate of a recognized Masters-level conservation training program with at least three years of professional experience after graduation, preferably in a similar institution. Sound work habits, personal initiative, and organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to undertake moderate to heavy lifting are essential. Experience with working on elevated work platforms desirable. Candidate will uphold collegial and collaborative working relationships with conservation staff and other departments. This is a one-year term position.

If interested, please apply through the University of Pennsylvania System: https://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/postings/24375.

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5. ASSOCIATE HERITAGE CONSULTANT, Pegasus Group (London, UK)

• Closing Date: Friday 27 January 2017
• Excellent salary and benefits package
• Location: Hanover Square, London W1S 1JB

Pegasus Group are looking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Associate Heritage Consultant to provide built heritage advice and expertise to a wide range of clients in London and the South East.

The role requires someone that can maintain the highest standards of client care as well as the ability to win new business.   Day to day the role will involve preparation of assessments to support planning applications, engagement and negotiation with stakeholders, preparation of proposals, line management and QA.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing several complex projects for a range of client and will have the following qualifications/experience:

• First degree in relevant subject
• Postgraduate qualification in Conservation and/or IHBC membership
• Excellent knowledge of the planning process in England
• Significant professional experience in planning and the historic environment
• Excellent report writing skills
• Experience of working in a commercial environment
• Experience of line management
• Proven experience of negotiation
• Full UK Driver’s License

You will also be required to line manage others and as such, excellent communication skills are an essential requirement for this role.

Salary: We are offering an excellent salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to progress your career further.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Planning, Environmental and Design consultancies, and to make a significant contribution to the development and success of the London Office.

To apply, simply forward a copy of your CV with details of your experience to date and current package (if applicable) to dee.booth@pegasuspg.co.uk

DOWNLOAD the Job Description.

See: http://www.pegasuspg.co.uk/careers/ and click on ‘Heritage’ for more information

Pegasus was established in 2003 and is now one of the leading national consultancies in the development sector. Operating from 10 offices in the UK and specializing in all aspects of the planning process, Pegasus prides itself on providing a service that is second to none.

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6. CONSERVATION SCIENTIST, Historic Environment Scotland (Stirling, UK)

• Application deadline: January 27, 2017

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is the lead body for Scotland’s historic environment; a charity dedicated to the advancement of heritage, culture, education and environmental protection. HES is at the forefront of researching and understanding the historic environment, and addressing the impacts of climate change. HES investigates and records architectural and archaeological sites and landscapes across Scotland and cares for more than 340 properties of national importance.

The Conservation Science Team, based at The Engine Shed, Stirling, is a part of the Conservation Directorate and is charged with providing analysis services for Properties in Care and Collections to support conservation works in the estate and in other heritage properties. The team is also responsible for undertaking and coordinating research, including supervision of PhD students, into conservation of the historic environment and disseminating these data to the public.

HES’s Conservation Science Team is seeking an individual who will promoting the services of the CS Team both within HES and in the wider built heritage community. The permanent post will involve close cooperation with all parts of HES to create a work program that prioritizes site visits and maximizes the value of analysis and reporting.

Candidates should have a first or upper second class degree in a relevant discipline and experience of working in the built heritage sector. A postgraduate qualification in buildings or materials conservation is desirable.

Opening date for applications is January 11, closing date is January 27, 2017.

Candidates can apply on-line after the opening date by visiting our website at https://applications.historic-scotland.gov.uk/. Your application should arrive by the advertised closing date. Please note that when applying online, we will only be able to see your application once you fully submit it.

Alternatively, you can request electronic or paper copies of the application pack by emailing recruit@hes.scot<mailto:recruit@hes.scot>. Please return your completed application form to the same email address or by post to Ceit Paterson, Human Resources, Room 3.10, Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh, EH9 1SH, to arrive by the advertised closing date.

Historic Environment Scotland – Scottish Charity No. SC045925
Registered office: Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh, EH9 1SH

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7. CURATORIAL ASSISTANT – MOLLUSKS, The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences (Raleigh, NC, USA)

• Application deadline: January 31, 2017

The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences (NCSM) is looking to hire a 4 month, part-time project technician in the Mollusk Unit of the Research and Collections Section. This position will be funded via an US Fish and Wildlife grant. The person in this position will work closely with the Collections Manager of Mollusks in the processing of recently-acquired collections. Processing will include all aspects of curation such as stabilizing, labeling, databasing, etc.

Essential Functions:  Stabilizing specimens in ethanol and archival trays (dry specimens) – Cataloging specimens using an Microsoft Access database – Georeferencing locality information – Updating taxonomic information – Labeling and shelving specimens.

Qualifications Preferred:  Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related field – Curatorial experience in natural history collections – Databasing experience, preferably with Microsoft Access – Efficient attention to detail – Ability to work both independently and as part of a team – Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work with various chemicals.

There is a possibility that this grant will be extended past the four months.

Location:  NCSM Research Lab, located at 1671 Gold Star Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27606.
Approximate starting date Mid-February 2017.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Jamie Smith, jamie.smith@naturalsciences.org.

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8. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (COLLECTIONS MANAGEMENT), University of Alberta (Edmonton, AB, Canada)

• Competition closesFebruary 12, 2017

The University of Alberta is seeking a qualified dynamic museum professional for the leadership position of Assistant Director (Collections Management), University of Alberta Museums. The University of Alberta located in Edmonton, Alberta, is one of the largest research collecting institutions in Canada with millions of objects and specimens primarily in natural science, contemporary and historical art, and humanities disciplines. Museums and Collections Services leads the development and implementation of a campus-wide operational, administrative and exhibition/program delivery framework for the University of Alberta Museums.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Museums and Collections Services/University of Alberta Museums, the incumbent is accountable for leading, shaping, and managing the UAlberta Museums Collections Management Program. The successful candidate must have a graduate degree in a discipline familiar with object-based research (e.g., Paleontology, Botany, Art History) and/or museum collections management/administration, and five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a museum/university museum setting; museum management; museum informatics setting.

This regular continuing academic position is in accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer agreement and offers a comprehensive benefits package (which can be viewed at www.hrs.ualberta.ca).

The full job posting can be found at the University of Alberta Careers website with further information on the position, and how to apply: www.careers.ualberta.ca/Competition/A106631540/.

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9. POST-DOCTORAL FELLOW AND INTERIM CURATOR-ANTHROPOCENE, Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow and Interim Curator for the Anthropocene. The primary responsibility for this position will be to work with the Director, museum senior leadership and science staff, as well as Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh central staff to develop an intellectual and infrastructural framework for the new Center for Anthropocene Studies. The Center is intended to be interdisciplinary in its foci across art and the humanities with science at its core.  The successful candidate will demonstrate a plan for developing a research program that results in publications of high quality and visibility. The position has a limited term of two years, although there is the possibility of extension if the fellow/curator is successful and further funding is developed.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in an area embedded in or cognate to Anthropocene science, while demonstrating a broad awareness of cultural, historical and artistic themes associated with advanced considerations of Anthropocene themes. Prior postdoctoral training or equivalent professional experience is desirable.

For additional information, please visit: www.carnegiemuseums.org/hr and search “anthropocene”. To apply, a letter of application, CV, contact information for three references, statement of research, and statement of curatorial philosophy (including the curator’s role in broader museum efforts) should be emailed to halea@carnegiemnh.org. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2017.

Carnegie Museum of Natural History is one of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, with a mission in original scientific research, preservation of collections, and public science education and engagement.  The museum has approximately 22 million specimens and artifacts in its collections, making it the 5^th largest natural history collection in the US. With access to our 2,200-acre Powdermill Nature Reserve and through collaborations with museum staff, adjacent universities, and museums throughout the world, there is an exceptional opportunity to develop the Carnegie Museum of Natural History as a vibrant hub in a knowledge and inquiry network engaged in understanding human existence, responsibility, and capability at the dawn of the age of the human.

Carnegie Museums is an EEO-1 Affirmative Action Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability.

• Application due: January 22, 2017

The Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation (FAIC) is currently accepting applications for the Kress Conservation Fellowship program. The program provides competitive grants to museums, libraries, and other conservation facilities to sponsor supervised fellowships to develop the skills of emerging conservators.

Fellowships of $32,000 will be award for one-year post-graduate internships in advanced conservation at a museum, library, or other conservation facility. At least $27,000 must be allocated as a fellowship stipend; up to $5,000 may be used toward host institution administrative costs, benefits for the Fellow, and other direct costs of hosting the Fellowship. Grant funds may not be used for indirect costs. Preference will be given to applications that propose a stipend greater than $27,000 for the Fellow.

Most Fellowships begin in the summer or fall, and run for a term of 9 to 12 months.  A report, whether interim or final, will be due from the host institution in September 2018.

Application must be completed by the museum, library, or conservation host facility at which the internship will be based (applications from individuals interested in becoming Conservation Fellows are not accepted).  The Fellowship candidate may be identified in advance of application by the host institution or recruited subsequently.  Fellows should have completed (or will complete prior to the Fellowship) a masters-level degree in conservation prior to beginning the Fellowship.  Fellows must either be graduates of a U.S. or Canadian conservation program, OR a U.S. or Canadian citizen who has graduated (or will be graduating) from a conservation program elsewhere. Foreign institutions may need to provide substantial help to U.S. candidates to obtain appropriate visas to fulfill fellowships abroad. Priority is given to first-year requests, but worthy projects that clearly outline benefits to the Fellow for a second year of Fellowship can be and have been funded.

Application Materials:
1. Completed application form provided at: www.conservation-us.org/scholarships-grants/professional-development/kress-conservation-fellowship
2. CV of the supervisor(s)
3. CV of the proposed Fellow (if identified), or position description/announcement and search procedures
4. Other supporting materials, such as descriptions of the collection and institution, as desired.

Please prepare materials electronically in as few files as possible. PDF format is preferred; Word documents will also be accepted. Email application materials email faicgrants@conservation-us.org by January 22, 2017.

Applications received will be acknowledged by email. Notification of results should be made by April 1, 2017. Award payments should be made by August 1, 2017.

For more information, please visit: www.conservation-us.org/scholarships-grants/professional-development/kress-conservation-fellowship.

For any questions, email faicgrants@conservation-us.org.

The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) in Philadelphia is seeking a Preventive Conservation Fellow.  This is a full-time, twelve month fellowship position starting September 1, 2017.  This position contributes to the mission of CCAHA through implementation of surveys, educational programs, outreach, and information services to libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, and other organizations and individuals.

The responsibilities of this position include conducting on-site preservation needs assessments and risk assessments with written reports; assisting institutions with emergency preparedness initiatives; writing preservation-related bulletins and articles for publication; developing, presenting, and organizing educational programs and workshops; and providing technical information via telephone, e-mail, and in print on preservation topics.  The Preventive Conservation Fellow will also complete a research/demonstration project based upon the development and implementation of targeted preventive conservation recommendations at a collecting institution. This fellowship position offers potential for professional growth through varied and challenging activities.

Qualifications include training in and a thorough understanding of preservation principles, practice, and issues; excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to work independently; MS in Conservation, MA in Museum Studies, or MLS (or equivalent); familiarity with conducting and writing preservation assessments and other planning documents for cultural institutions; and talent in teaching and public speaking.  Candidates with some background or demonstrated interest/experience in conservation treatment and/or preventive conservation will receive preferential consideration.  Travel is required.

Send letter of application, resume, writing sample, and three references via email with the subject line “Preventive Conservation Fellow Application” to:  Ms. Dyani Feige, Director of Preservation Services, Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts, dfeige@ccaha.org.  Deadline for applications is March 3, 2017.

The Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts, the non-profit paper conservation laboratory located in Philadelphia, PA, is pleased to offer a twelve-month fellowship in the conservation of works on paper beginning September 1, 2017. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of paper-based materials, in a modern, well-equipped conservation laboratory. The candidate may also have the opportunity to participate in on-site collection surveys, treatment projects, and educational programs.

The applicant should have a Master’s Degree from a recognized conservation training program or have equivalent experience from a formal apprenticeship. In addition to a stipend, comprehensive health insurance, two weeks vacation, two weeks research leave, and a $2,000 travel allowance are provided. Interested applicants should send a resume, three letters of professional reference, and three sample treatment reports to Mary Schobert, Director of Conservation, CCAHA, 264 South 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Deadline for applications is March 3, 2017.

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art is the only facility in the United States dedicated exclusively to the exhibition and preservation of Africa’s traditional and contemporary arts.  With the generous support of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Museum is pleased to offer a post-graduate fellowship in conservation that provides the opportunity to further refine examination and treatment skills, and to pursue collection-based research.  The fellow will gain experience working in our small, collaborative museum environment, which has access to the resources at the Museum Conservation Institute and the larger Smithsonian research community. Beginning in fall 2017, the one-year fellowship (renewable for a second year) is part of an initiative designed to promote conservation training, diversity in the profession, and African art scholarship.

The fellow’s own interests will help dictate the selection of objects to be treated and a research direction, and the incumbent may participate in work generated by the museum’s exhibition and acquisition schedule.  There is the opportunity to treat contemporary as well as traditional artworks. The fellow will pursue a research project that contributes to African art conservation and/or art history and participate in the mentoring of undergraduate ‘explorer’ interns and pre-program interns.

The fellowship is open to US and International citizens who are recent graduates from a recognized conservation training program, or have equivalent experience, and who have proficient English language skills (written and spoken).

Applicants must register and submit an online application via the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment system (SOLAA).  After registering, sign onto the SOLAA system.  At the top of the screen, select “Start your Application”; Select “Fellowship”  and  “National Museum of African Art” from the drop-down program lists.

Stipend: $43,000/year plus a healthcare stipend of $2500/year and a travel/research stipend of $4000/year

Deadline for application: February 15, 2017

For further information contact:  Dana Moffett, Senior Conservator moffettd@si.edu

Dana Moffett

Senior Conservator
National Museum of African Art