Category: Job, Internship, & Fellowship Postings

Painting Conservation
3-­Year Non-­Renewable Assistant Professor
Art Conservation Program
Queen’s University

The Art Conservation Program, Faculty of Arts and Science, at Queen’s University invites applications for a three-­‐‑year non-­‐‑renewable faculty position, in Painting Conservation at the level of Assistant Professor, to begin July 1, 2016, subject to budgetary approval.
Candidates will hold a PhD or equivalent. The successful candidate will provide evidence of: 1) high quality scholarly output that demonstrates independent research leading to peer assessed publications; 2) ability to secure external research funding; 3) outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate level, and 4) ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence. Candidates must also provide evidence of an ability to work in an interdisciplinary, collaborative
environment and have experience in conservation practice and involvement in professional associations. The successful candidate will also be expected to make substantive contributions through service to the department, to the Faculty, to the University, and the broader community. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Art Conservation Program offers a Master of Art Conservation degree (MAC) in the following areas: conservation treatment, conservation science, and conservation research. Further information can be found at
http://www.queensu.ca/art/art-­conservation.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’ʹs is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ
persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada will be given priority.
To comply with Federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information about how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship, however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen /
permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.
A complete application consists of: a cover letter (including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship / permanent resident status specified in the previous paragraph), a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of major publications), a writing sample, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and evaluations if available), and the names and contact information of three referees.
Applicants are encouraged to send all documents in their application package electronically (either as PDFs or MS Word files) to schwartz@queensu.ca, although hard copy applications may be submitted to Dr. Joan Schwartz, Professor & Head, Art History & Art Conservation, Ontario Hall, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, CANADA K7L 3N6.
The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Diane Platt in the Department of Art, at plattd@queensu.ca.
Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a Collective Agreement (2015-­‐‑2019) between Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University, which is posted at: http://queensu.ca/facultyrelations/faculty­librarians‑and‑archivists/collective-
agreement and at http://qufa.ca.
 
The deadline for applications is January 29, 2016.

City of Atlanta

P.I.-0009048 Folk Art Park Project G-DOT

Posted on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at 2:53 pm EST.
Bids/Proposals Due
Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 2:00 pm ET
Project Contact Person
Teresa Sword tsword@silvermancpm.com
404.969.4306
Project Summary
The project includes the restoration of existing artwork, landscaping, and art accent lighting.
Pre-Bid Conference Date & Location
10:00am EST, Thursday, December 3, 2015
55 Trinity Ave SW, Suite 1900, Atlanta, GA 30303
Pre-Bid/Proposal Documents

• 0009048 Folk Art Park Bid – Advertisement (Added: 11/17/2015 @ 2:22 pm EST)
• Folk Art Park, G-DOT (Added: 11/17/2015 @ 2:22 pm EST)
• 0009048 Folk Art Park Plans – Drawings (Added: 11/17/2015 @ 2:38 pm EST)
• Art Assessment Manual – One (1) Copy will be made available for review at all three (3) locations listed below.
• SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS: Project Manual and Drawings may be purchased directly from ARC, 640 Tenth Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, 404-873-5911. Additionally, the Project Manual and Drawings may be examined at the following locations:
• 1) City of Atlanta Department of Procurement, 55 Trinity Ave, SW, Suite 1900, Atlanta, GA 30303

City of Atlanta

Public Art Restoration Program FC-8463

Posted on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at 4:26 pm EST.
Last modified Monday, November 30, 2015 at 9:35 am EST.
Bids/Proposals Due
Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 2:00 pm ET
Buyer/Contracting Officer
Krista Morrison (kamorrison@atlantaga.gov)
404.865.8709
Project Summary
The City of Atlanta is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for the restoration of the City’s fixed art asset inventory and infrastructure.
Pre-Bid Conference Date & Location
11:00am EST, Wednesday, December 9, 2015
55 Trinity Ave SW, Suite 1900, Atlanta, GA 30303
Pre-Bid/Proposal Documents

• FC-8463 -Solicitation (Added: 11/24/2015 @ 4:24 pm EST)
• FC-8463 Web Advertisement (Added: 11/24/2015 @ 4:25 pm EST)
• Cost of solicitation documents:$50.00  (online is free)

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.

Fellowship appointments are for 1 year with the potential for a 1 year renewal. They commence in the fall and include a $37,000 stipend, with additional funds up to 5,000 for medical insurance, relocation, research related expenses, conference registration and travel. The fellowships take place at the Emil Buehler Conservation Laboratory in the Udvar Hazy Center in Chantilly VA.
Start / End dates: October 1, 2016- September 30, 2017.
Funded amount: $ 37,000.00
Deadline for application: March 1, 2016
*There is limited public transportation to the Udvar Hazy Center- a car is highly recommended for this position.
Fellowship Description
The National Air and Space Museum holds over 60,000 artifacts representing three centuries of aerospace history from 18th century ballooning to current spacecraft. While NASM is best known for the collection of rare and historically significant aircraft and spacecraft, these artifacts represent less than one percent of the entire collection. The collection also includes 5000 works of art, spacesuits, engines, textiles, toys and much more. The fellowship will introduce the candidate to a wide range of composite objects, metals, organic materials and painted surfaces.
The fellow’s independent research will be derived from the diverse collection materials. Fellows will be encouraged to publish or present their research at the end of their tenure. Access to other Smithsonian conservators, conservation scientists and analytical capabilities at the Museum Conservation Institute (MCI) will also be available.
The fellowship is intended to contribute to the education of recent graduates by allowing them to continue research into traditional historic objects and delve into the complexities of working with modern composite materials.
Candidate Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in conservation from a recognized program and be able to conduct research independently. The candidate should have knowledge of ethical and professional principles and concepts related to the preservation of objects in a wide variety of media and knowledge of the theories, principles, techniques, practices, and methodologies used to examine, study, treat, and preserve historic objects.
Applicants should have a proven record of research, writing ability, and proficient English language skills (written and spoken). Finalists will be invited for an interview and asked to submit a portfolio.
Application materials required:
– A brief research proposal. The research proposal can be related to collection materials or an evaluation of a treatment process (no more than 2 pages, 12 point font). Please include a budget request for research related expenses, and conference registration. The maximum research allowance is $5,000.
– Curriculum vitae including basic biographical information with current and permanent addresses, telephone numbers, and email address.
– Unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate courses of academic study. Please send an explanation of the evaluation system if your transcript is from outside the United States.
– Two references from conservation professionals familiar with the candidate’s work.
– A writing sample such as a condition report, or examples of published work.
Fellowships are awarded without regard to age, sex, race, or nationality of the applicant.
Applications are submitted through the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment System (SOLAA) https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/SOLAAHome.html. Select the “Engen Conservation Fellowship” listed under the National Air and Space Museum to submit your application materials.
For questions about this opportunity please contact Malcolm Collum, Chief Conservator at CollumM@si.edu.
We are excited about the opportunity to provide this fellowship experience and look forward to receiving your application materials.

Preventive Conservator
Barbara Goldsmith Preservation & Conservation Department
New York University Libraries
www.nyucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=61083
Position Summary
The Barbara Goldsmith Preservation & Conservation Department at New York University Libraries seeks a dynamic, skilled, and knowledgeable conservator to administer and manage a preventive conservation program for the NYU Libraries’ archives and special collections.
Under the general supervision of the Conservation Librarian, the Preventive Conservator will: develop and administer preservation policies and procedures for the proper care, handling, storage, and reformatting of book and document collections held in the Library’s three special collections; work with curators to identify preservation priorities and initiate preservation projects to address preservation needs of collections; make decisions regarding appropriate preservation treatments for the collections; establish guidelines for collection care and use; coordinate with the Division of Libraries Media Preservation Unit Head, Special Collections Conservators, and the Digital Library Technology Services department to promote alignment of project initiatives with other preservation and conservation activities.
The Preventive Conservator will maintain an active, daily workflow for preservation projects between the three special collections; hire and supervise project staff (students and/or administrative employees); oversee orders and purchases of supplies for preservation projects; communicate with vendors for external preservation services, such as mass de-acidification; write grant proposals for preservation purposes; and manage the environmental monitoring program in the Bobst Library, Institute of Fine Arts (IFA) Library, Cooper Square Storage Facility, and Clancy off-site storage facility, which includes reporting findings on a monthly basis to the department head and curators and alerting building managers to issues as well as tracking resolutions. Additional responsibilities are to design and execute preservation assessments and surveys of archival collections; gather and analyze condition data; liaise with off-site and near- off-site collection storage location staff to ensure proper and safe storage conditions for special collections are maintained; participate in the Library’s emergency preparedness and response program, including maintaining emergency equipment/supplies and participating in the training of staff in emergency response procedures.
Required Education
Graduate degree in conservation or related subject area with certificate in conservation.
Required Experience
Demonstrated professional accomplishments and a minimum of two years professional working experience in archives and special collections. Experience must include a minimum of two years’ supervising staff. Must have experience in developing, designing, and carrying out condition surveys and assessments, experience in preservation and collections care techniques, as well as demonstrated skills in basic conservation treatments, such as simple document repair, humidification and flattening, mold remediation, and constructing custom-made enclosures.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of current conservation strategies and standards for the care, handling, and storage of special collections is required. A deep understanding of conservation ethics and methodology and familiarity with archival theory and management is required. Knowledge of current developments within the archives, special collections, preservation, and conservation professions is expected. Ability to work independently and collegially with a wide range of staff and in team environments. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and show a commitment to professional issues demonstrated through interest in local or national committee work, research, or publication. Exhibit strong project management, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred candidates will also have enhanced computer skills and will be familiar with XML, MODS, METS, MARC/EAD, DACS and the Archivists’ Toolkit.
New York University Libraries: Libraries at New York University serve the school’s 40,000 students and faculty and contain more than 5 million volumes. The Libraries support NYU’s vision to become the first true Global Network University by collaborating and providing services to our 11 global academic centers and our first “portal campus,” at NYU Abu Dhabi. New York University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the OCLC Research Library Partnership, and the Digital Library Federation. The Libraries participate in a variety of consortia and collaborates closely with the New-York Historical Society and the Brooklyn Historical Society. For the NYU Libraries Mission and Strategic Plan, visit:  http://library.nyu.edu/about/Strategic_Plan.pdf.
New York University Libraries Special Collections
NYU’s Fales Library & Special Collections houses the general special collections of NYU as well as the Downtown collection; the Marion Nestle Food Studies collection; the Riot Grrrl collection; and the Berol Collection of Lewis Carroll. The span of materials includes rare books and manuscripts, photographs, audio and audiovisual media, art objects, scrapbooks, and other ephemera. All aspects of the collection are used heavily by the University community and external researchers, as well as for teaching purposes. The Tamiment Library and Robert F. Wagner Labor Archives form a unique, internationally-known center for scholarly research on Labor and the Left. The Tamiment book, document, print, photograph, film, and oral history collections describe the history of the labor movement and how it relates to the broader struggle for economic, social, and political change. The New York University Archives serves as the final repository for the historical records of the institution. Its primary purpose is to document the history of the University since its founding in 1831, and to provide source material for administrators, faculty, students, alumni, and other members of the University community, as well as scholars, authors, and other interested persons who seek to evaluate the impact of the University’s activities on the history of social, cultural, and intellectual development in America.
Barbara Goldsmith Preservation & Conservation Department
The Barbara Goldsmith Preservation & Conservation Department is located along the east wing of lower level 2 in Elmer Holmes Bobst Library. The primary purpose of the department is to preserve, protect, and thereby extend the usable life of the NYU Libraries’ collections. The department pursues this objective in accordance with the mission and goals of the Libraries and nationally recognized standards for preservation and conservation of library and archival materials. The department is responsible for the following activities: commercial binding, conservation treatment, disaster preparedness and response, environmental monitoring, media preservation, and staff and patron education.
Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience and background.
To Apply: To ensure consideration, please apply using the following link: www.nyucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=61083
Applicant review will begin on January 4, 2016; the position will remain open until filled.
NYU’s Division of Libraries embraces diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Post Graduate Conservation Fellowship – Painted Wooden Objects
An assistant conservator with experience in objects or painting conservation and a desire to explore material science aspects of ethnographic works of art is sought for a joint project between Bard Graduate Center and the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH).  The project involves exploration of issues related to material technology and conservation, and in particular of coating removal and paint issues on the museum’s totem pole collection. Scientific analysis will be undertaken at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, under the supervision of museum scientists. Successful candidates will have a master’s degree in conservation along with extensive analytical experience.   In addition to undertaking analytical work pertaining to the museum’s Northwest Coast collection, the accepted candidate will teach or assist in teaching conservation-related courses at Bard Graduate Center.
Appointees will also contribute to graduate advising and are expected to participate fully in the intellectual life of the Bard Graduate Center. In consultation with the Dean, the fellows will also organize and chair events and guest lectures within Cultures of Conversation. Fellows will receive office space at Bard Graduate Center, a salary of $40,000, and a travel and research budget of $1,500. Housing is available. The appointment will begin 1 July 2016 and continue through 30 June 2017.
Applications should include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement explaining the importance of this project to the candidate’s professional and intellectual development, sample publication (SASE), and three letters of recommendation. Applications should be emailed to fellowships@bgc.bard.edu. Materials may also be sent by post to: Mellon Fellowship Search Committee, c/o Dean Peter N. Miller, Bard Graduate Center: Decorative Arts, Design History, Material Culture, 38 W. 86th Street, New York, NY 10024.All application materials must be received by 15 December 2015. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please direct questions to the Mellon Fellowship Search Committee via email (fellowships@bgc.bard.edu).

The National Park Service is hiring two architectural conservators in the Lowell, MA/Boston, MA area to join our regional office. It’s a fabulous opportunity to work on National Parks throughout the east coast and beyond. The application window is only two weeks (and started November 30).
See posting at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/422321400
Job Title:  Conservator (Architectural)
Department:  Department Of The Interior
Agency:  National Park Service
Job Announcement Number:  GETT-16-24DEU
SALARY RANGE: $64,020.00 to $83,227.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, November 30, 2015 to Friday, December 11, 2015
SERIES & GRADE:GS-1001-11
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time – Term NTE 13 months
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies in the following location(s):
Boston, MA
Lowell, MA

Paper Conservator
Harry Ransom Center, University of Texas at Austin 

Purpose
To manage, oversee, and supervise the paper conservation programs and the Paper Conservation Lab of the Harry Ransom Center. To provide complex conservation treatments to collection materials on paper.
Essential Functions
Perform paper conservation treatments of all levels of complexity. Supervise, train, and manage staff, interns, and volunteers in the Paper Conservation Lab in appropriate procedures and practices for the care of the Ransom Center collections. Oversee personnel safety training with regard to equipment, chemicals, and other materials used in paper conservation. Liaise and collaborate with curators, collection managers, administrative personnel, and other Ransom Center staff with regard to the care and treatment of collections on paper. Participate as part of the Preservation and Conservation Division’s senior team to strategically plan for the ongoing care of the Ransom Center’s collections. Take a leadership and educational role in all activities and programs of the division, and similarly support other areas of the overall institutional preservation endeavor. Pursue independent studies and professional opportunities as appropriate. Assist the associate director with project planning and grant writing.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in art, art history, or library and information science plus a certificate of advanced study in conservation, or Master of Science degree in Art Conservation. A minimum of four years of post-graduate experience applying conservation and preservation practices in libraries, special collections, archives, or museums. Experience should be primarily in paper conservation and include the treatment of works of art on paper, documents and manuscripts, and other paper-based works. Up to one year of experience in the conservation treatment of bound volumes or photographs will be considered as part of the four years of required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
More than four years of experience in conservation treatment of documents, manuscripts, and works of art on paper. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Extensive knowledge of materials and technologies encountered in the creation and conservation of the full range of works on paper. Superior knowledge of the nature of paper and inks, colorants, adhesives, and material technologies as applied to the creation of artistic, literary, and documentary works. Knowledge of basic research methods, exhibition standards, building environment systems, disaster planning and response, conservation trends, and collection surveys. Experience will include responsibility for collection management programs, laboratory management, and personnel training and supervision. Experience working with curators and conservators in a team environment.
Application procedure: please go to 
https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/search/0/ and refer to posting number 151125010607.  Applicants must upload a resume, submit a letter of interest and contact information for three references.
 A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 Rules)
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable, original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Information from the documents will be submitted to the federal E-Verify system for verification. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in dismissal.

RLA Conservation, Inc. seeks to hire a full-time Objects/ Sculpture Conservator to be based in our Miami, Florida studio. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate degree (M.A. or M.S.) in conservation and have a strong background and interest in modern and contemporary art as well as other disciplines of objects conservation.  We are looking for an enthusiastic professional with excellent hand skills, critical thinking abilities, and verbal and written communication abilities, who works well as part of a team and can manage time and meet deadlines.  This position also requires occasional overnight travel.
Founded in 2008, RLA Conservation, Inc draws upon its founder Rosa Lowinger’s 30 years in private conservation practice and is considered a national leader in conservation of public art, buildings, contemporary three-dimensional art and sculpture.  We have offices in Los Angeles and Miami but work throughout the United States, with some work also in the burgeoning markets of Latin America and the Caribbean.  We are an equal opportunity employer with a uniquely high level of diversity amongst our team of 5 professionally trained conservators, 7 technicians, and 3 office staff.  We pride ourselves on being known as a great place to work and a firm that supports the personal and professional growth of its employees.  Please send a resume and cover letter to:  info@rosalowinger.com.
Key Responsibilities:.

• Preparation of condition reports, treatment proposals, surveys, work schedules, and additional related documentation.
• Hands-on treatments of a wide range of collections, with a specialty in modern and contemporary.
• Outdoor sculpture conservation and maintenance, including supervision of skilled technicians.
• Conducting of collections surveys.
• Liaising with museum and private clients, including preparation of cost estimates in conjunction with lead conservators.
• Triage and on-site collection recovery as needed.
• Additional responsibilities as directed and supervised by the Lead Conservator

Qualification Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree in Conservation of Fine Art, specializing in objects.
• Equivalent experience will be considered if the individual is a professional level member of AIC.
• Ability to work independently and contribute as an effective member of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Digital photography proficiency, computer proficiency
• U.S. work permit
• Active driver’s license and auto insurance

Also Desired:

• Spanish language proficiency.
• Strong background in modern and contemporary art.
• Ability to work outdoors, on ladders, lifts, scaffolding, and be physically capable of carrying tools and equipment.

RLA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits that includes:

• Contribution towards health insurance.
• Contribution towards smart phone plan.
• Free eye exams and discounted eyeglasses.
• Two weeks paid vacation to start and a third week after 3 years of employment.
• 7 paid holidays
• Annual contribution towards conference attendance.
• Continuing Education opportunities
• Paid sick leave
• Participation in excellent retirement plan.