The Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, Massachusetts is offering a pre-graduate program position in art conservation with health and vacation benefits for a 4-day / 32 hour workweek. The successful applicant will assist the Museum's conservators in the preservation, examination, documentation and treatment of collection objects. Responsibilities will also include organization of conservation records and books, purchasing of conservation supplies and equipment, maintenance of the conservation studios, equipment and instrumentation, preparation of materials and reagents, and dusting of art objects on display.
A bachelor's degree is required, as is the intention of applying to a graduate program in art conservation in the near future. Background in at least two of the following areas is preferred: art history, archaeology, chemistry and studio art. Exposure to the field of conservation is essential, and previous hands-on experience is desirable. Must be eligible to work in the United States. This is a one-year position. Applicants should send a copy of their college transcript, GRE scores (if available), a cover letter, curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> , Andrea Adams, Human Resources, by October 1, 2018. We support diversity in the workplace and encourage minorities to apply. EOE. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
