Conservation Scientist Part time (4/5)
Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House Whitehall, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland. Across these six sites we care for thousands of historic objects, many of them in their original royal setting. You'll have a real interest in our history, in the buildings and their contents and be willing to help conserve them to the standard they deserve: the best. In this post you will deliver conservation science operations and research projects that support the Conservation and Collection Management department's annual and longer term programme of scientific investigations and research. This includes supporting the Senior Conservation Scientist on major research initiatives that involve internal and external stakeholders on their science-based research queries and investigations and ensuring this work is of highest professional standard. Responsible for laboratory maintenance and operations to ensure it's a smooth running and supportive service, whilst satisfying our audience-focused approach to explaining and promoting our work to generalist and specialist audiences. You will have a degree in a scientific discipline and a post graduate degree in a relevant subject. An awareness of the materials and analytical science needed for the study, care and display of historic objects is essential. A good scientific background in the technical study of oil paintings on canvas is desirable. Laboratory work experience and strong practical computing experience are desirable. You will be an adaptable and creative problem-solver who can work independently. You must be enthusiastic and able to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Experience in the production and dissemination of information, both written and spoken, to visitors, members and sponsors is essential. Based at Hampton Court Palace you may be required to travel to our other palaces on occasion. Pay range: £29,262 (pro rata) Closing date: Tuesday 10th October 2017 Interview date: Monday 16th October 2017 Find out more and apply by visiting www.hrp.org.uk/recruitment<http://www.hrp.org.uk/recruitment> Historic Royal Places is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background. Historic Royal Palaces is an independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, the Banqueting House, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle. We help everyone explore the story of how monarchs and people have shaped society, in some of the greatest palaces ever built. We raise all our own funds and depend on the support of our visitors, members, donors, sponsors and volunteers. ********************************************************************** This email is confidential and intended exclusively for the use of the intended recipient(s). Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Historic Royal Palaces or Historic Royal Palaces Enterprises Ltd. If you are not the intended recipient(s) please note that any form of distribution, copying or use of this e-mail or the information in it is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you receive this communication in error, please notify the sender and then delete the message and any attachments from your system. This message has been checked before being sent for all known viruses by Sophos AntiVirus software. However please note that no responsibility for viruses is taken and it is your responsibility to scan this message and any attachments. Historic Royal Palaces and Historic Royal Palaces Enterprises Limited reserve the right to monitor e-mails in accordance with the Telecommunications (Lawful Business Practice) (Interception of Communications) Regulations 2000. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Historic Royal Palaces is a registered charity (No 1068852), correspondence details, Hampton Court Palace, Surrey KT8 9AU Historic Royal Palaces Enterprises Ltd, a company registered in England (No 3418583) registered office Hampton Court Palace, Surrey KT8 9AU ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
