Associate Conservator of Works on Paper The Conservation Center Chicago, IL, USA
The Conservation Center in Chicago is searching for an Associate Conservator of Works on Paper, in effort to expand the company's Paper Department. The ideal candidate should have the following: working knowledge of materials, techniques, and ethics of paper 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 paper conservation preferred; or an advanced degree with comparable training, and a minimum of two years' post-graduate experience. Thorough understanding of conservation theory and practice. Ability to provide written condition reports, treatment recommendations, and post-treatment reports for a wide range of works on paper. Strong grasp of methods and materials utilized in the conservation of works on paper including, but not limited to the following: water bathing, humidification, light bleaching, flattening methods, backing removal, lining, mounting, stain reduction, hinge removal, tear and loss repair, compensation, retouching, suction table techniques, and safe handling procedures during use of solvents. Ability to perform stabilization and treatment on different types of items including the following: drawings, prints, pastels, watercolors, contemporary media, folding screens, scrolls, architectural drawings, letters, documents, and photographs. Strong communication skills. Ability to adhere to strict deadlines. Ability to perform the physical labor as required for specific treatments. Ability to work in disaster recovery and triage situations. Exhibits skills necessary to complete all aspects of projects, throughout the treatment process. Previous experience in private practice strongly preferred. This is a full-time salaried position, which requires occasional travel. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience - benefits include medical insurance, vacation pay, and a 401 (k) retirement plan. The Conservation Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Heather Becker at [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, and three professional references which illustrate qualifications. If applying from outside the US, a US work visa is required before applying. http://www.theconservationcenter.com/careers/2017/6/28/d0g9e6rr00ugfqkfkte3k2ohspzt7c Heather Becker, CEO The Conservation Center 400 North Wolcott Avenue Chicago, IL 60622 USA [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
