The University of Florida seeks a Conservation Associate to oversee all aspects of the evaluation, tracking, and repair and conservation of the circulating paper-based collections of the George A. Smathers Libraries. Reporting to the Conservator, this position sorts and tracks materials for the circulating collections as well as performing the repair and conservation treatment of the paper-based general collection and assisting with special collections treatments. This position performs a wide variety of treatments on paper, cloth and leather bindings according to established best practices and procedures. This position also manages and prepares commercial bindery shipments, including custom boxes. The position offers an opportunity to gain bench experience and learn about the functions of a large research library in a collaborative work environment.
The application deadline is November 20, 2018. http://library.ufl.edu/pers/documents/PVA_ConservatorAssociate_LibAso2_October_2018.pdf If you have any questions, please contact: Fletcher Durant Head of Conservation and Preservation [email protected] (352) 273-2802 Best, Fletcher ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
