Conservator: Pictorial Art Conservation Full time Fixed Term: Fixed Term: 6 months in duration from 6 June 2017, with the possibility of extension up to 13 months GBP 25,872 per annum pro-rata Application Deadline: 27 April 2017
The British Museum has an opportunity for a Conservator to care for the collection through a combination of interventive and preventive measures, specifically relating to pictorial art. The Department of Conservation works to preserve the Museum's collection for present and future generations, as well as providing a greater understanding of the materials, the meaning and the context of each object. The post-holder will utilise their specialist knowledge in the area of East and South Asian paintings and calligraphy to support the Museum's loan and exhibition programme. You will be based at the Hirayama Studio and will contribute to the conservation of East and South Asian pictorial art on paper and silk and assist with the care of the collection through dedicated projects on collections in store. With a recognised professional conservation qualification to degree level, or equivalent, you will have practical museum, gallery library or archive sector experience. You will have a demonstrable interest in the conservation of East/South Asian material and will be knowledgeable about contemporary principles and practice in preventive conservation. We are looking for a motivated and collaborative individual, who can thrive as part of a team but also work independently to set deadlines. As this role involves presenting work publicly, you will be an effective communicator and will maintain strong attention to detail. To apply, please visit our website. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Archives through August 2016 at http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/ Archives from September 2016 onward at https://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/
