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Nigel Seeley Fellowship (Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom)

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 15

Knole Conservation Studio, located in Sevenoaks, Kent, Knole is a unique piece of cultural heritage that sits in a beautiful and well-used deer park just off Sevenoaks High Street. Built as an Archbishop’s palace and transformed into a lavish Jacobean country house by the Sackville family, six centuries of history are contained in one of the largest houses in England. Knole has been in the National Trust’s care since 1946.

The Inspired by Knole project began in 2012, funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. It is one of the National Trust’s largest ever conservation projects. The purpose of this project is to protect Knole and its collection “forever for everyone” and also demonstrate to visitors to Knole how conservators preserve history through conservation, both preventative and interventative.

During the last four years, Knole has been under-going a program of essential repairs. The Inspired by Knole project, running through 2018, includes building an on-site conservation studio and learning space to conserve and share Knole’s fragile collection; opening up new spaces in the house; restoring and improving the Brewhouse cafe; and transforming the visitor experience within the showrooms. This project will broaden the National Trust’s community engagement work, creating new opportunities for local people to engage with the property through volunteering, programmed activity, and an enhanced and more diverse visitor experience.

The new Conservation Studio sits at the heart of Knole. This facility is an important asset for the National Trust, Kent and the South East region. From the summer of 2016 to 2019, the studio will conserve a large percentage of the collections from Knole House. Gilded frames and furniture form a very large component of these collections.

The 2018 fellowship assignment
The assignment will be a 12-week project focused on textile conservation. The fellow will work alongside Heather Porter, Senior Conservator, on historically significant upholstered furniture from the 17th- and 18th-century Knole collection.

The main element of this project will be to provide interventive conservation work to stools from a suite of furniture dating from 1640 that retain their original upholstery. The stools were originally part of the spectacular Spangled Bedroom, alongside the stunning Spangled Bed, which has been lovingly and painstakingly conserved at Blickling Textile Conservation Studio.

The chosen individual will work in the new conservation studio in front of visitors to Knole. The Fellow will be engaging in the future of conservation by sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the profession with visitors, students and volunteers. Additionally, the Fellow will be immersed in the National Trust’s decision-making processes and approaches to treatment to deliver high quality treatments during the next phase of the collection’s history.

Fellowship benefits

  • $8,000 stipend
  • $1,500 travel subsidy
  • $1,500 housing subsidy OR complimentary housing depending on project location
  • Opportunity to work in the UK with senior National Trust staff in fine art conservation. Experience working with specialist National Trust staff at Knole, Sevenoaks.
  • Participation towards developing significant skills working directly with senior staff of the National Trust’s conservation studio.
  • Visits to additional NT sites throughout the UK.

Supervision and location
The Fellow will be based at the National Trust’s Conservation Studio at Knole, Sevenoaks and work directly with Heather Porter and Michaela Hall.

Equipment Requirements: All equipment necessary for the completion of the fellowship will be supplied by the National Trust.

Candidate requirements

  • Graduate in recognized conservation course and 1-3 years work experience (or equivalent)
  • Good organizational and communication skills;
  • American citizenship, with a passport remaining valid until July 2019
  • The Fellow will work as part of a team, and should have the ability to work well under pressure and communicate complex issues clearly. The Fellow will submit written reports to both the National Trust and The Royal Oak Foundation. The Fellow must be comfortable engaging with members of the public visiting the Knole Conservation Studio, and be willing to share his/her experience on The Royal Oak Foundation website.
  • The Fellow should carry health insurance.

Start date
After October 2018 with flexible start date.

Who should apply
Applications are welcome from individuals at any career point, with 1 to 3 years of professional experience. Applicants should hold graduate degrees or certificates in art conservation with a focus on furniture, decorative arts, and/or objects.

Fellowship stipend
For the fellowship period, the fellow will receive an educational stipend of $8,000.00 to be paid in two installments. The fellow will also receive complimentary housing or a $1,500.00 housing subsidy depending on the location of the project, and a travel subsidy up to $1,500.00 for international and any train travel.

Fellow will be responsible for travel arrangements, food and other personal expenses associated with the fellowship. Each applicant must also pay a $40.00 fee, payable by becoming a Royal Oak Student/Young Professional member. You can become a member by visiting the website: www.royal-oak.org/join. When joining, write “Nigel Seeley Fellowship” in the comment field before completing the checkout process.

Application deadline
The application deadline is August 15 and the Fellowship will take place after October 2018 in the U.K. Successful applicants will be notified in early September.

How to apply
Click here to download and complete the application. To submit your application, please email materials to seeleyfellowship@royal-oak.org. Please include the downloaded and signed form with your email.

More about the Nigel Seeley Fellowship
Established in 2016, the fellowship provides training and educational opportunities for individuals with a professional interest in the preservation of historic interiors, finishes, and collections. The fellowship will enrich young professionals’ lives by offering first-hand experience of the National Trust’s world-class techniques, houses, and collections.

Named for the former National Trust’s Head of Conservation, Dr. Nigel Seeley (1989-2002), the fellowship is awarded to professionals spanning careers from conservators, heritage craftsmen, collection managers, to environmental engineers, lighting specialists, and pest specialists.

The fellowship joins Royal Oak’s established Damaris Horan Fellowship. Both fellowships provide talented Americans the chance to gain hands-on experience through the National Trust’s expertise and renowned educational training. Fellowships will be offered biennially, alternating years between each prize.

NEH Fellowship in Painting Conservation (Norfolk, VA, USA)

The Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, Virginia (http://www.chrysler.org) is offering a fellowship in the conservation of paintings.
 
The Fellowship will focus on the study, examination and treatment of paintings. The successful candidate will gain experience working on a wide range of paintings from ancient to contemporary in the museum’s conservation laboratory. They will participate in all departmental activities including documentation, analysis and research on the Chrysler’s extensive collection. The conservation fellow will also be involved in planning installations, changing exhibitions, assessments and loans as well as interacting with the public through gallery talks and demonstrations.
 
Fellowship will be available beginning in the fall of 2018, and will include a $33,000 stipend plus benefits, including health insurance and up to $1500 travel allowance for research and conferences. The fellowship runs for one year and may be extended for an additional year. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2018.
 
Eligibility
Candidates will be considered who are currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from a recognized conservation training program, or who have similar training or experience. The individual selected must be legally entitled to work in the United States. No visa assistance is available.
 
Interested candidates should submit their resume, two professional references as well as a cover letter. Finalists will be contacted and asked to submit examples from their portfolio of selected treatments. Send application materials to:
 
    Mark Lewis
    Chrysler Museum of Art
    One Memorial Place
    Norfolk, VA 23510
    Fax: 757-664-6201

Post Graduate Fellowship in Objects Conservation (Minneapolis, MN, USA)

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The Midwest Art Conservation Center (MACC) in Minneapolis, Minnesota seeks applicants for a one-year post-graduate fellowship in Objects Conservation beginning in the fall of 2018.

MACC is a nonprofit regional center providing comprehensive conservation services in Paintings, Objects, Paper, and Textiles. The staff of nine conservators and two Preservation Services staff are collaborative, very collegial, and work innovatively with the curatorial and collection professionals at hundreds of non-profit collecting institutions including fine art museums, historical societies, universities, Native cultural centers, city governments, libraries, archives, and the public. MACC laboratories are located within the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

As an active member of the Objects Lab, the fellow will work alongside conservators to design and complete in-depth assessments and conservation treatments for three-dimensional objects of various material types. The focus of work is highly variable at MACC, providing the fellow opportunities to work with historical and mixed collections, ethnographic objects, decorative arts, large-scale outdoor sculpture, and modern and contemporary artworks. S/he will travel as needed to assist with off-site survey and treatment projects in the Midwest. In addition, the fellow will develop protocols and operating procedures for new analytical equipment at MACC including x-radiography, photo microscopy, and infrared photography.

Preventive conservation is integral to the work of MACC conservators. The fellow will provide preventive recommendations for objects, assisting with client consultations via phone, email and in-person. S/he will carry out loan examinations and will assist with exhibition-related activities, laboratory maintenance, and public outreach.

The fellowship includes a $40,000 stipend with benefits (medical, dental, continuing education). The fall start and end dates are flexible and can be discussed at the time of an interview. The position is open to US citizens (or with legal eligibility to work in the US) that are recent graduates of a recognized conservation training program.

Application materials must be received by July 8, 2018. After a preliminary selection, final candidates may be invited for an interview. A portfolio and presentation of conservation treatments and research should be presented by the candidate at the interview.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references to:

Colin Turner, Executive Director
Midwest Art Conservation Center
2400 3rd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
cturner@preserveart.org
Tel: 612.870.3148

2019 Isabel Bader Fellowship in Textile Conservation and Research

Agnes Etherington Art Centre and Master of Art Conservation Program Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

CALL FOR PROPOSALS
We are seeking research proposals from candidates for the 2019 Isabel Bader Fellowship in Textile Conservation and Research. This program supports the study, care and treatment of Canadian historical costume and textiles, through the generous support of Dr. Isabel Bader. The Fellowship links two unique resources at Queen’s University: the Queen’s University Collection of Canadian Dress, at the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, and the Master of Art Conservation Program, Canada’s only graduate degree in conservation theory and treatment.

DESCRIPTION
The Fellowship offers an exciting opportunity to pursue a research project, defined by the candidate, in textile conservation and/or costume history, using the Queen’s University Collection of Canadian Dress at the Agnes Etherington Art Centre. The project is supported by the Isabel Bader Graduate Intern in Textile Conservation and Research, who assists the Fellow in the research and treatment of select objects. The Fellow also has access to the well-equipped textile laboratory in the Master of Art Conservation Program and is expected to engage and share expertise with the students through lectures, seminars and/or workshops.

TERMS
One $16,000 Fellowship is awarded for a four-month residency at Queen’s University (plus up to $2,000 for research expenses). The Fellowship begins January 7, 2019. The Fellow is responsible for travel and accommodation arrangements.

TO APPLY
Experienced conservators and textile specialists are encouraged to apply. Please submit the following to alicia.boutilier@queensu.ca:

  • Cover letter, including name, contact information and project summary (maximum 150 words)
  • Detailed research proposal, including objectives and methodology, use of the Queen’s University Collection of Canadian Dress, schedule of work, projected outcomes and plans for dissemination of research (maximum 5 pages)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Letters of support from two professional referees

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Alicia Boutilier (alicia.boutilier@queensu.ca), Chief Curator/Curator of Canadian Historical Art, Agnes Etherington Art Centre, in advance of the closing date to discuss their research interests.

DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS: June 25, 2018.

For more information about past Fellowships, see Agnes Residencies.

Fellowship in Paper Conservation (Philadelphia, PA, USA)

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 4, 2018. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of paper-based materials, including works of art on paper, maps, archival materials, and parchment documents 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 M.A. 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/professional development 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 or mschobert@ccaha.org. Deadline for applications is March 26, 2018.

Fellowships in Objects and Paintings Conservation, Associate Paper Conservator (Kansas City, MO, USA)

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is seeking two Fellows, one in Objects and one in Paintings Conservation, and an Associate Paper Conservator.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art houses collections encompassing more than 40,000 art objects, including masterpieces from diverse world cultures spanning 5,000 years of history. The Nelson-Atkins has shown a commitment to the preservation of its collections since it opened in 1933, and hired its first full-time paintings conservator in 1938. Today the fully equipped conservation spaces also include objects and photography specialists to promote preservation, research and education. Scientific research on the collection is funded by a generous endowment from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

Fellowship positions are two-year positions with the possibility of a one-year extension. The Fellows are primarily responsible for the examination, photography, treatment, and research of the museum’s permanent collections. Additional duties include preventive conservation, exhibition-related activities, tours, and public outreach. A graduate degree from a recognized conservation program and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience (which can include training) are required.

Associate Paper Conservator is responsible for a variety of conservation activities including the planning and carrying out appropriate procedures for examining, documenting, treating, surveying, exhibiting, and housing works of art on paper, as well as monitoring in-house exhibition installations and storage environments, and providing guidance on traveling exhibitions. A graduate degree from a recognized conservation program and minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience are required.

For full descriptions of the positions and application, please visit the museum website.

https://www.nelson-atkins.org/careers-internships/.

Bollinger Paper Conservation Fellow (Austin, TX, USA)

The University of Texas at Austin: The Harry Ransom Center’s Preservation and Conservation Division, The University of Texas at Austin, announces an opening for the Bollinger Conservation Fellowship in paper conservation. This fellowship is a temporary one– year, full-time position with a possible three-month extension. As an integral member of the Ransom Center’s preservation and conservation staff, the Bollinger Fellow will perform the full spectrum of paper conservation treatment activities including written and photographic documentation; identification of historical materials, structures, and their condition; technical research; dialog with curators about treatment choices; and, the completion of minor and complex single item treatments and housings. The fellow will also develop and execute a conservation research project based on the Ransom Center’s holdings. During the fellowship, the Bollinger Fellow will have the opportunity to undertake treatment projects in the book and photograph laboratories, as well as design and coordinate a manuscripts or art on paper collection re-housing project. This position reports to the Senior Paper Conservator.

The fellowship provides an annual salary of $43,000, plus benefits, and $2,500 to support travel to professional workshops and meetings.

Required Qualifications
Master’s of Arts or Science degree in art conservation or Master’s degree in art or art history plus a certificate of advanced study in conservation. Must have received Master’s degree in 2016 or after. Instruction and/or experience should be primarily in paper conservation. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to conduct research and to write for presentation and publication.

Application procedure
Please go to https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/hr/jobs/nlogon/search/0/ and refer to posting number 180125010621. Applicants must upload a resume, submit a letter of interest and contact information for three references.

This position is security sensitive; conviction verification conducted on applicant selected.

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/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity.

Andrew W. Mellon Advanced Training Fellowship in Painting Conservation (Houston, TX, USA)

The Menil Collection is pleased to offer an advanced training fellowship in painting conservation supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The term of the fellowship is one year with the possibility of renewal for up to three years. The fellowship will provide an opportunity for the conservator to participate in all departmental activities associated with a diverse and distinguished collection that includes significant holdings of 20th century and contemporary art. As an integral part of the department, the candidate must have an interest in the variety of issues associated with the study, documentation, and care of such a collection.

The fellowship will commence in the fall of 2018. The successful applicant will receive a stipend of $42,000 and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan.  Generous travel funds are available. Candidates should be recent graduates of a recognized training program or have equivalent experience, a demonstrated interest in the conservation of modern and contemporary artwork, and excellent communication skills. Applications should include a curriculum vitae with e-mail address and telephone number(s), a letter of intent, and three letters of recommendation. These should be sent to Suzanne Maloch, Director of Human Resources, The Menil Collection, 1511 Branard St., Houston, Texas 77006 USA, or smmaloch@menil.org.

Application deadline is March 30, 2018.

The David Booth Fellowship in Sculpture Conservation (New York, NY, USA) – PASSED DEADLINE

*** APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS PASSED – PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION ***

September 2018 – August 2020

The David Booth Conservation Department at The Museum of Modern Art is pleased to offer a two-year fellowship in sculpture conservation, starting September 2018. The fellowship provides an opportunity to acquire comprehensive training in sculpture and objects preservation, conservation, and restoration in a museum setting. Working as part of the sculpture and objects conservation team, the fellow will assist conservators with all facets of the preservation, conservation, and restoration of three-dimensional sculptures and objects, including acquisition, exhibition, treatment, collection care, and research, related to sculpture and objects conservation. Fellowship activities will involve collaboration with Museum departments, including curatorial, Exhibition Design and Production, Exhibition Planning and Administration, Information Technology, and Collection Management and Exhibition Registration. Besides developing and refining advanced techniques in sculpture conservation, the fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate with MoMA’s conservation scientists; to develop and carry out research projects; and to have their work disseminated or published through blogs, conferences, and peer-reviewed journals.

REQUIREMENTS

Education
Graduate from a recognized training program; candidates with equivalent training will be considered.

Experience
Internship in treatment of three-dimensional sculptures, works of art, and objects. No more than three years experience past graduation.

Qualifications

  • Examination and treatment of sculptures, works of art, and objects at an advanced intern level.
  • Some experience with treatment of modern and contemporary works preferable.
  • Familiarity with condition photography, including ultra-violet, infrared, and photomicrography.
  • Use of analytic instruments, including microscopes, X-ray equipment, and other instruments for the examination and technical analysis of works of art and their constituent parts.
  • Excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.
  • Proficiency with computer software, including image editing and Adobe Photoshop.

Responsibilities

  • Writes condition reports and installation instructions (when needed) for works of art. Recommends and executes treatment of works of art and their optimal storage and exhibition conditions in consultation with associate/conservators, scientists, other higher conservator titles, and curators. Keeps full photographic and written documentation of original condition and all stages of treatment of works of art.
  • Assists in advising curators, registrars, and exhibitions staff on conservation requirements to ensure protection of works of art during exhibition, packing, and shipping. Assists in advising curators on the condition of works of art as related to exhibition, loans, and acquisition.
  • Examines and interprets the physical structure of works of art and liaises with scientists on the interpretation of scientific data.
  • Carries out courier trips as needed.
  • Assists in supervising seasonal (three-month) interns and conservation program trainees as requested.
  • Investigates, evaluates, and tests new materials used by contemporary artists. Researches, develops, and tests materials and techniques for conservation use. Keeps abreast of new technical and material developments in the art historical and conservation fields through attendance at meetings and readings of conservation, technical, and art historical literature.
  • Adheres to the AIC Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
  • Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.

REPORTS TO: Sculpture Conservators, Associate Conservators, and higher.

Stipend: $45,000 plus benefits and vacation, with $3,775 for research and travel.

Candidates must submit a statement of interest, a current CV, and a list of references to jobs@moma.org no later than March 1, 2018. Please reference the position title in the subject line.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

The Museum of Modern Art’s Sculpture Conservation Initiative is made possible through the David Booth Conservation Center Endowment Fund.

The David Booth Fellowship in Painting Conservation (New York, NY, USA) – PASSED DEADLINE

*** APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS PASSED – PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION ***

September 2018 – August 2020

The David Booth Conservation Department at The Museum of Modern Art is pleased to offer a two-year fellowship in painting conservation, starting September 2018. The fellowship provides an opportunity to acquire comprehensive training in paintings preservation, conservation, and restoration in a museum setting. Working as part of the paintings conservation team, the fellow will assist conservators with all facets of the preservation, conservation, and restoration of paintings, including acquisition, exhibition, treatment, collection care, and research. Fellowship activities will involve collaboration with Museum departments, including curatorial, Exhibition Design and Production, Exhibition Planning and Administration, Information Technology, and Collection Management and Exhibition Registration. Besides developing and refining advanced techniques in paintings conservation, the fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate with MoMA’s conservation scientists; to develop and carry out research projects; and have their disseminated or published through blogs, conferences, and peer-reviewed journals.

REQUIREMENTS

Education
Graduate from a recognized training program; candidates with equivalent training will be considered.

Experience
Internship in the treatment of paintings. No more than three years experience past graduation.

Qualifications

  • Examination and treatment of paintings at an advanced intern level.
  • Some experience with treatment of modern and contemporary works preferable.
  • Familiarity with condition digital-imaging documentation, including ultra-violet, infrared, and photomicrography.
  • Use of analytic instruments, including microscopes, X-ray equipment, and other instruments for the examination and technical analysis of works of art and their constituent parts.
  • Excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.
  • Proficiency with computer software, including image editing and Adobe Photoshop.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts examinations and writes condition reports on works of art. Recommends and executes treatment of works of art and their optimal storage and exhibition conditions in consultation with paintings conservators, scientists, and other higher conservator titles, and curators. Records full photographic and written documentation of original condition and all stages of treatment of works of art.
  • Assists in advising curatorial, registration, and exhibitions staff on conservation requirements to ensure protection of works of art during exhibition, packing, and shipping. Assists in advising curators on the condition of works of art as related to exhibition, loans, and acquisition.
  • Examines and interprets the physical structure of works of art and liaises with scientists on the interpretation of scientific data.
  • Participates in courier trips of loaned works as required.
  • Assists in supervising seasonal (three-month) interns and conservation program trainees as requested.
  • Investigates, evaluates, and tests new materials used by contemporary artists. Researches, develops, and tests materials and techniques for conservation use. Keeps abreast of new technical and material developments in the art historical and conservation fields through attendance at meetings and readings of conservation, technical, and art historical literature.
  • Actively produces blogs posts and publishes research, and is encouraged to speak at related professional conferences.
  • Adheres to the AIC Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
  • Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.

REPORTS TO: Painting Conservators and other higher conservator titles

Stipend: $45,000 plus benefits and vacation, with $3,775 for research and travel.

Candidates must submit a statement of interest, a current CV, and a list of references to jobs@moma.org no later than March 1, 2018. Please reference the position title in the subject line.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

The Museum of Modern Art’s Conservation Fellowship Initiative is made possible through the David Booth Conservation Center Endowment Fund.