Conservator of Works on Paper - Independent Contractor
The Aga Khan Museum (AKM) in Toronto, Canada offers visitors a window into worlds unknown or unfamiliar: the artistic, intellectual, and scientific heritage of Muslim civilizations across the centuries from the Iberian Peninsula to China. Its mission is to foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the contribution that Muslim civilizations have made to world heritage. Through education, research, and collaboration, the Museum will inform and inspire audiences from all cultures by presenting art created in the Muslim world throughout the past fourteen centuries, along with current paths of artistic practice and cultural development. Purpose of Position Under the oversight of the Collections Manager, the Conservator will provide assessment, treatment and documentation relating to the Aga Khan Museum’s objects collection with a primary focus on paper works and paper-based artifacts, with consultancy support on incoming loans. It is expected that the work will be carried out by the Conservator who is accredited by the Canadian Association of Professional Conservators, in a competent, conscientious and professional manner in accordance with policies and procedures of the Aga Khan Museum and the standards of practice as outlined in the Code of Ethics and Guidance for Practice from The Canadian Association for Conservation. Key Responsibilities • Perform conservation treatments on a wide-range of historic and archival Works on Paper from the Collection of the Aga Khan Museum. Provide full written and photographic documentation in accordance with the CAC and CAPC Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice. • Perform conservation treatments of the artworks selected for Rotations in the Permanent Galleries, Exhibitions, and loan objects if necessary. • Provide technical advice on the housing, storage, handling and repair of both Permanent and Special Collections. Advise museum staff on conservation principles and practices. • Maintain lab statistics. Maintain treatment records and reporting systems. Track and maintain supplies; evaluate and recommend tools and equipment. • Train other conservator staff. • Participate in disaster response planning and recovery initiatives. • Participate in collection surveys and multi-divisional and multi-institutional grant-funded projects. • Assist with preventive programs such as environmental monitoring and pest management as needed. • Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications & Experience • Master’s degree in conservation or related field. • Extensive knowledge of current conservation principles and practices, and materials science. • Demonstrated ability to perform high-quality conservation treatments on general and special collections materials, primarily works on paper. • Ability to communicate effectively about treatment options and decisions. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel • Familiarity with The Museum System (TMS) or similar collections database Preferred qualifications • Three years or more of post-graduate work in a library, archive, or museum preservation department. • Membership in the CAC, AIC, Professional Associate membership preferred. • Experience working with books and manuscripts. • Knowledge of Islamic Art is an asset Applicants invited for an interview will be asked to present a portfolio of recent conservation treatments. To Apply Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] on or before March 10, 2019. The Museum thanks all those who apply, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that the Museum is committed to fair and accessible recruitment practices. Upon request, suitable accommodations are available under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act for applicants invited to an interview. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
