Associate Paper Conservator Northeast Document Conservation Center NEDCC invites applicants for the position of Associate Paper Conservator. The individual will join the nine-member staff of the Paper and Photograph Conservation Department. The opening is a full-time position in our conservation laboratory located in Andover, Massachusetts.
NEDCC's staff work toward the common goal of providing a superior client experience through our preservation and conservation service lines which include book conservation, paper and photograph conservation, digital imaging, digital audio reformatting, and preservation services and outreach. To find out more about NEDCC please see our website, www.nedcc.org. Responsibilities: The Associate Paper Conservator will be responsible for the treatment of a wide variety of paper-based artifacts that not only include works of fine art but also archival documents and oversize materials such as period posters and historic wallpaper. The candidate must have excellent manual skills and a proper knowledge of conservation theory and standards of practice. The candidate will mentor conservation technicians, recent conservation graduates, and interns who choose to study and/or work at NEDCC. Qualifications: A Master's degree from a recognized conservation program and a minimum of 5 years postgraduate experience treating works on paper is required. Good organizational and verbal skills and an ability to work in a group environment are essential. Skills must include: . Precision hand-skills . Excellent communication skills . Ability to treat fragile, oversized, and historically valuable objects . Ability to work efficiently while maintaining conservation standards . Ability to work in a group environment . Ability to meet deadlines and assist in coordinating group projects Salary is commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included. If selected for an interview, the applicant is expected to present a portfolio of completed projects during the interview process. A presentation before the senior management staff will be required. Please send resume and three references to: Michael K. Lee Director of Paper and Photograph Conservation Northeast Document Conservation Center 100 Brickstone Square, Suite 401 Andover, MA 01810-1494 U.S.A. 978-470-1010 Fax: 978-475-6021 [email protected] www.nedcc.org The Northeast Document Conservation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
