The Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA) at Newfields seeks a highly motivated objects conservator for the position of Associate Conservator of Objects. This permanent full-time staff position will be responsible for all active objects conservation efforts for its significant collections of African, American, Asian, European, contemporary art and design arts that span 5,000 years of history; including outdoor sculpture in the gardens and The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park: 100 Acres, as well as furnishings within Lilly House, a historic Country-Place-Era estate and National Historic Landmark on the Newfields campus, and the Miller House and Garden in Columbus, Indiana, one of the country's most highly regarded examples of mid-century Modernist residences. The IMA features well-equipped conservation labs for paintings, paper, objects, textiles conservation, and a state-of-the-art conservation science laboratory.
The Associate Conservator of Objects' responsibilities will include preventive care, examination, technical analysis, documentation, treatment, exhibition and loan preparation, research, advocacy and outreach. All work must adhere to the Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works. The Associate Conservator of Objects will share a Conservation Technician with Textile Conservation. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Conservator. Applicants must have a Master's degree from a recognized graduate conservation training program with a minimum of three years of museum experience in objects conservation following graduation. Excellent project management, written, verbal and interpersonal skills are required. Demonstrable skill and ability to prioritize and work independently as well as in collaboration with other museum staff and outside contractors to meet deadlines on multiple projects is essential. A broad knowledge of traditional materials, cultures/ art history, and documentation and research techniques is expected. Familiarity and conservation experience with modern materials (i.e. plastics), electronic, video, and time-based artworks is a plus, as is experience with supervision or mentoring of conservation/contract staff, graduate interns and pre-program interns. Ability to wear a respirator and pass a background check is required. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered. To apply, please e-mail your resume, a letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references to: hr@discover<mailto:[email protected]>newfields.org. Deadline for applications is March 1, 2018. The Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
