{"id":11292,"date":"2014-07-31T11:03:20","date_gmt":"2014-07-31T16:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.conservators-converse.org\/?p=11292"},"modified":"2014-07-31T11:03:20","modified_gmt":"2014-07-31T16:03:20","slug":"conservator-paintings-specialist-asian-art-museum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resources.culturalheritage.org\/conservators-converse\/2014\/07\/31\/conservator-paintings-specialist-asian-art-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"Conservator-Paintings Specialist \u2013 Asian Art Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fixed Term Position through June 3, 2015. Part-Time: 2 days (16 hours) per week
\nThe Asian Art Museum offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional paintings conservator to conserve and restore Asian paintings in this world-renowned collection.
\nThis part-time position will assist the Conservator of Paintings in the conservation of Asian paintings on paper and silk, prints and drawings, including stabilizing collections and preparing for upcoming exhibitions. The position requires the ability to perform skilled conservation work in the preservation and restoration of works of art on paper by preparing condition reports, performing treatments, and completing all necessary documentation to the standard of the American Institute for Conservation\u2019s Code of Ethics.\u00a0 Work may also include assisting other conservators.
\nThe duration of the position will be through June 3, 2015.
\nThe nature of this highly skilled work requires manual dexterity, intense concentration, and aesthetic sensibility in addition to a background in paintings conservation. The Conservator must have the ability to prioritize work and sequence projects in order to meet agreed upon deadlines. Equally important is the ability to take direction, and work well as part of a team.
\nMinimum Requirements
\nMaster of Arts or Master of Science degree in Art Conservation specializing in Paper Conservation from a recognized college or university, OR:\u00a0 Master of Arts degree in Art History with a Certificate in Conservation from a recognized Conservation Training Program;\u00a0 AND
\nThree (3) years of verifiable conservation experience, beyond the degree or certificate, with the techniques, materials and equipment used in the conservation of Asian paintings on paper and silk, prints and drawings; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
\nKnowledge of the technology and materials of Asian paintings on paper and of the chemical and physical processes of their deterioration.
\nKnowledge of the procedures relating to the examination and the preventative and corrective treatment of Asian paintings on paper and silk, prints and drawings.
\nKnowledge of the environmental requirements and of controls for handling, storage, exhibition and travel of Asian paintings on paper and silk, prints and drawings.
\nAbility to write technical reports in an understandable, clear and concise manner, utilizing appropriate punctuation and grammar.
\nAbility to examine works of art and determine their current state of preservation for new acquisitions, loans, and exhibitions.
\nAbility to maintain ongoing effective working relationships with Museum staff, colleagues in the field and the public; demonstrate good judgment, flexibility and resourcefulness.
\nCompensation
\n$ 1,007 biweekly
\nNote:\u00a0 Due to the temporary nature of this position, it does not include a benefits package.
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\nApplication Procedure
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\nApply online at: http:\/\/bit.ly\/1lYnFcD<\/strong>
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\nOr send a letter of interest and resume ASAP to:
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\nHUMAN RESOURCES
\nAsian Art Museum
\n200 Larkin Street
\nSan Francisco, CA 94102
\nFAX: 415.861.2359
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\nThe Asian Art Museum is one of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art and culture. Home to more than 18,000 works of art from over 40 Asian countries, we strive to be a catalyst for discovery, dialogue, and inspiration. With Asia as our lens and art as our cornerstone, we spark connections across cultures and through time, igniting curiosity, conversation, and creativity.
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\nThe Asian Art Museum embraces diversity in its mission, programs, and staff.
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