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1. JOB POSTING: Photo, Book and Paper Conservator at the National Library of Norway in Oslo 2. Job Posting - Frame Conservator at the National Museum of Norway 3. Job opportunity: Assistant/Associate Conservator; Sculpture and Objects at the MFA, Houston. 4. Job Opportunity: Collections Manager, Objects and Paintings 5. [EVENT] Faking Russia. Half a Century of Forging the Russian Avant-Garde 6. Update on Fibers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Giulia Oretti Posted: Friday November 8, 2024 8:36 AM Subject: JOB POSTING: Photo, Book and Paper Conservator at the National Library of Norway in Oslo Message: The National Library of Norway is looking for a conservator of photographs, books and paper to help facilitate the use and conservation of its collections. The position involves active conservation work, exhibitions, consulting and examination of documents using multispectral analysis and other techniques. The National Library of Norway manages a large multimedia collection, of which books, periodicals, prints, photography and private archival materials from the Middle Ages to the present day make up a considerable part. Preservation and conservation are an important part of our social mandate, and our institution offers a large and active community of experts in this field. Organisationally, the position is located within the Section Visual Media and Conservation [NT1] in the Department of Research and Special Collections. Tasks Assessing the condition of and apply appropriate conservation methods to documents such as photographs, graphic prints, drawings, books and manuscripts Preparing documents for exhibition and loaning, including assessing their condition and deciding how they should be handled and mounted Working to check, analyse and assess conservation-related matters in connection with exhibitions, storage facilities and the preventive conservation of documents Contributing to the professional development of the field of conservation, including conservation techniques and new tools for documentation and analysis Working actively on academic and research projects Qualifications A Master's degree or equivalent in conservation of photography, book and paper materials Experience from work in similar institutions Experience from working on exhibitions (desirable) Interest in and experience with the use of digital analytical tools (desirable) We can offer An exciting job in a large, interdisciplinary environment Good opportunities for professional development Job code 1087, Chief Engineer, salary band 52 to 79, within which the relevant range will be band 60-70, currently equating to NOK 584.500 - 692.400 per year, depending on qualifications (for particularly qualified applicants, a higher salary may be considered) Membership of the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund An inclusive working environment (the National Library is part of the inclusive workplace (IA) scheme). This is a full-time, permanent position. Deadline for applications: 24/11/2024 For more information on the position, contact details and to apply, please visit this link: https://810013.webcruiter.no/Main/Recruit/Public/4873210569?language=nb&link_source_id=0 <https://810013.webcruiter.no/Main/Recruit/Public/4873210569?language=nb&link_source_id=0> Webcruiter-ID: 4873210569 ------------------------------ Giulia Oretti Book, Paper, and Photo Conservator Nasjonalbiblioteket Oslo ------------------------------ 2.From: Laura Homer Posted: Friday November 8, 2024 10:34 AM Subject: Job Posting - Frame Conservator at the National Museum of Norway Message: Fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced frame conservator to join the Conservation Team at the National Museum of Norway. Come and work for the largest museum in Scandivania, in one of the happiest countries in the world. See link and text below for information or contact Head of Conservation, Kari Skytt Andersen ([email protected]) or Marcia Mila in HR ([email protected]). <https://www.finn.no/job/fulltime/ad.html?finnkode=379513672>Frame conservator Rammekonservator | FINN.no <https://www.finn.no/job/fulltime/ad.html?finnkode=379513672> Frame conservator The new National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design opened on 11th June 2022 and is the largest art museum in the Nordic countries. The National Museum's mandate is to develop, conserve, research, make available and promote public knowledge about Norway's largest collection of art, architecture and design. The collection contains artworks from antiquity to the present and a great variety of these are now showcased in almost 90 rooms. For more information about the museum and its collection, see www.nasjonalmuseet.no The National Museum has a significant historical frame collection spanning six centuries, featured in both our internal exhibitions and frequently requested for loans. We are seeking a motivated and experienced frame conservator to take responsibility for the care and preservation of this historical collection. The position will provide a unique opportunity to establish frame conservation as a professional field both at the National Museum and in Norway. The successful candidate will conduct frame condition assessments, make treatment recommendations, and carry out necessary treatments to ensure the safe display, transport, and storage of frames in the collection. Working within a dynamic environment alongside a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of conservators, curators, and technicians, this role will contribute to exhibitions, loans, storage, and other relevant projects as agreed with the supervisor. Key Responsibilities: Support work related to exhibitions and loans. Conduct and coordinate technological investigations. Document and carry out preventive conservation, including registration of information in the museum's collections management database. Communicate frame conservation practices to internal and external stakeholders. Implement high-quality conservation and structural treatments. Assist with the historical classification of frames. Acquire new knowledge on the collections, the conservation field, and relevant projects through research and in-depth work, in line with the museum's strategy and planning. Complete additional tasks as agreed with the supervisor. Education: MA in Frame Conservation or equivalent degree in a related materials field is required. Experience: / Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of proven experience in frame conservation is required. Experience working in a gallery or museum, including involvement with displays and collections. Please note that all documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language. Personal skills: Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Possess excellent organizational and planning abilities, with the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team. Good communication skills. Ability to produce clear and accurate documentation. Good oral and written communication skills, preferably in Norwegian and English. For the position, we highly encourage applicants who contribute to the National Museum reflecting society's diversity, and who strengthen the plurality of voices in the National Museum's important societal mission. We offer: Salary: 610,000 - 700,000 NOK Generous pension scheme in the State pension fund Flexible working Good insurance schemes An engaging working environment with knowledgeable and committed colleagues. Brand new studios and offices centrally located Bicycle parking and a gym. Excellent subsidized staff canteen. Deadline for Application: 28 November 2024 ------------------------------ Laura Homer Painting Conservator Nasjonalmuseet for Kunst, Arkitektur og Design Oslo [email protected] ------------------------------ 3.From: Per Knutås Posted: Friday November 8, 2024 8:08 PM Subject: Job opportunity: Assistant/Associate Conservator; Sculpture and Objects at the MFA, Houston. Message: The Conservation Department at the Museum of Fine Art, Houston (MFAH) seeks applicants for an Assistant/Associate Conservator of Objects and Sculpture. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, has an encyclopedic collection, which includes almost 74,000 objects and spans 5,000 years of achievement in the arts. The recently concluded Museum expansion transformed the Museum into a significant international forum for exhibitions, scholarship, and art education. The Sarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation Center for Conservation, part of the campus expansion, includes labs for Conservation Science, Painting, Paper, Photography, Sculpture and Objects, Textiles, Time-based Media Art, as well as Imaging and Conservation Matting and Framing studios. The Assistant/AssociateConservator of Objects and Sculpture will report to the Senior Objects and Sculpture conservator and join a dynamic team of 21 full-time staff members, including conservators, conservation scientists, technicians, framers, departmental coordinator, and administrative assistant. The Assistant/AssociateConservator will play a pivotal role in the collaborative care of the object and sculpture collections, including technical examinations, treatment, and preventive care. They will also be involved in outreach efforts, programming, and mentoring of junior staff, including graduate interns, fellows, and pre-program interns. The successful candidate must have a broad knowledge of museum practices and collections management and a proven familiarity with the treatment and study of the many types of materials represented in the Museum's encyclopedic collection. They should be organized, detail-oriented, highly motivated, and have demonstrated the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others, e.g., Museum staff, volunteers, and diverse public constituencies, to achieve institutional objectives and fulfill the mission of the Museum. Close collaboration with the curators, other members of the conservation department, and collections care staff is not just encouraged but essential. The Conservation Department has significantly expanded over the past five years. We seek a candidate who shares our vision of being inquisitive with a broad perspective, inclusive in all aspects of how we work and communicate, and inspires others to do better through kindness and support. We believe in and value complementary skill sets and seek traditional and unorthodox approaches to our questions and treatments. We foster an environment that is curious and courageous, empathetic, and collaborative. We shine brighter as a group over individual accomplishments and nurture and value continuous individual and collective growth and explorations. Primary Responsibilities The Associate/Conservator of Sculpture and Objects is responsible for the preservation, examination, documentation, and treatment of the MFAH's Sculpture and Objects collection in accordance with the AIC (American Institute of Conservation) code of ethics. S/he will work independently and jointly with other staff members, as necessary, to examine and document the objects and create condition reports to provide media and support descriptions and describe the manufacturing techniques. S/he will analyze objects to decide upon requirements for handling, storage, exhibition, and travel and to determine if treatment is required, create treatment proposals, and carry out conservation treatments. S/he will conduct research relevant to the field, with a focus on the MFAH collection and exhibitions, treatment, and as necessary, they will propose and carry out additional analysis in collaboration with the MFAH Conservation Scientist S/he adheres to and promotes a culture of open communication, aspires to excellence in all aspects of the work, serves as a model for others, and works to continually improve the department and museum's functioning. S/he will be able to engage in travel and professional development opportunities and, as appropriate, is encouraged to participate in education and outreach to fellow professionals and the general public through lectures or publications, including e-publications and web content. A more comprehensive job description is available upon request. Requirements and Qualifications Applicant should have a bachelor's degree and completion of a graduate-level course of study in Conservation or equivalent education and training. The position requires one to five years of post-internship experience in object and sculpture conservation (depending on level). The successful candidate must be highly organized, have prior knowledge of museum practices and collections management, be familiar with the types and materials represented in the museum's collection, and have a record of achievement in the field. In addition, S/he should have demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as successfully with others, e.g., Museum staff, volunteers, and diverse public constituencies, to achieve institutional objectives. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential, as is an ability to work with databases, word processing, and other computing tools that the staff is expected to use on a regular basis. A successful applicant is expected to effectively manage a heavy workload and meet critical deadlines. Ability to engage in critical thinking, define problems, collect, and enter data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Other requirements include working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, Museum Collection Database software, directory structures, file management, imaging and data management systems, Adobe Photoshop, and the ability to work on both Mac and PC systems. Salary: Assistant Conservator: $60,000.00 -$65,000.00 Associate Conservator:$70,000 - $75,000.00 Apply here: <https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MUS1003MOFAH/JobBoard/5b1a1eb0-79c1-450e-89be-217d64a743ba/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=569e2d8a-ab47-4c1e-99df-797f269d99ec> https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MUS1003MOFAH/JobBoard/5b1a1eb0-79c1-450e-89be-217d64a743ba/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=569e2d8a-ab47-4c1e-99df-797f269d99ec <https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MUS1003MOFAH/JobBoard/5b1a1eb0-79c1-450e-89be-217d64a743ba/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=569e2d8a-ab47-4c1e-99df-797f269d99ec> 4.From: Skyler Jenkins Posted: Friday November 8, 2024 8:08 PM Subject: Job Opportunity: Collections Manager, Objects and Paintings Message: The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts invites applications for a Collections Manager, Objects and Paintings. This position offers critical support to the preservation and presentation of the museum's art collection. Position Description: The Collections Management department of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts invites applications from experienced individuals skilled in collections care and project management for the role of Collections Manager, Objects and Paintings. This new position leads a small team in the storage and preservation of, and access to, all objects and paintings in the care, custody, and control of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The role requires skill and experience working with many types of art. This is a full-time, non-exempt role. Duties include: Overseeing the management of all collection storage spaces at VMFA (on and offsite) for objects and paintings. Guiding and participating in the creation of storage mounts and housing. Overseeing storage organization and improvement projects, and the planned implementation of offsite storage. Supporting and guiding moves related to the museum expansion project. Transporting art within the museum. Utilizing TMS collections management system and other programs for data management, project management, communication, and scheduling. Collecting and analyzing data related to daily tasks and special projects. Supervising two Collections Technicians. Acting as an ambassador for Collections Management within the museum and beyond. Employee Benefits: This is a salaried, non-exempt position that offers Commonwealth of Virginia employee benefits such as 12 paid holidays, health benefits and more. VMFA staff also enjoy museum benefits like free admission to special exhibitions, previews of special exhibitions, employee pricing for select museum programs and classes, and discounts at Amuse Restaurant, Best Café, and VMFA Shop. The annual salary for this position is $52,000. Minimum Qualifications: Ability and knowledge to supervise collections storage and develop storage strategies. Good knowledge of and demonstrated skill in the storage, housing, preservation, handling, and transportation of art according to industry standards and best practices. Demonstrated skill in the design and fabrication of appropriate housing for artwork. Significant project management skills and experience. Experience assessing and prioritizing duties and projects. Good judgment and a willingness to adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines. Experience leading a team. Additional Considerations Education, Experience, License, and/or Certification or Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of three years documented success as a professional Collections Manager in an art museum. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required, MA preferred. Proficiency in the use of Collections Management Systems (preferably TMS), Microsoft Office, Outlook, and project management software such as Asana. Position will be open until filled, but priority will be given to applications submitted in the first two weeks. Please contact the HR office at [email protected] if you need assistance. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is an EEO/AA, Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer. Please submit three (3) references. Provide full name, phone number and email address. References may be attached in a separate document in the "other" field in the portal; or they may be included with the resume or cover letter. Professional references are preferred. Other reference types will also receive consideration. References should be able to attest to your knowledge, skills, and abilities, especially qualifications relevant to the position for which you are applying. LINK TO APPLICATION <https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/collections-manager-objects-and-paintings-richmond-virginia-united-states-9611af7a-e265-4555-a64c-ae4cf13c7453> Contact Information Name: Human Resources Services Email: [email protected] Additional information about VMFA can be found at www.vmfa.museum <http://www.vmfa.museum/>. VMFA is located at 200 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220. ------------------------------ Skyler Jenkins Assistant Objects Conservator Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Richmond VA ------------------------------ 5.From: Katarina Trajkovic Posted: Friday November 8, 2024 8:11 PM Subject: [EVENT] Faking Russia. Half a Century of Forging the Russian Avant-Garde Message: Faking Russia. Half a Century of Forging the Russian Avant-Garde Forgery on an industrial scale! 25 November 2024 7pm – 8.30pm GMT | Online Konstantin Akinsha, art historian, curator and journalist, will present the following: The Russian avant-garde has become one of the most frequently faked art movements on the art market. While in the 1960s through the early 1990s, the lack of proper expertise defined the situation, the collapse of the USSR brought the hope that increased access to museum collections and archives would improve authentication. However, this change never materialized. The late 1990s saw a flood of forgeries, many of which even made their way into museum exhibitions. High-profile scandals, such as the SNZ Gallery case in 2013 and the Toporovsky "collection" exhibition in 2017, shook the art world but failed to curb the spread of fakes. Will we see you there? For booking and more information, please visit Icon's Event page <https://www.icon.org.uk/events/faking-russia-half-a-century-of-forging-the-russian-avant-garde.html>. ------------------------------ Katarina Trajkovic Student, MA Conservation of Fine Art (Easel Paintings) Northumbria University ------------------------------ 6.From: Fonda Ghiardi-Thomsen Posted: Friday November 8, 2024 10:31 PM Subject: Update on Fibers Message: Message: To date, I have received over 38 requests for the set of fibers. I had not anticipated such an overwhelming response. My goal with the collection was to first have it preserved, 2nd to have samples available for as many conservators, students, researchers, and archivists as possible. This eliminates individual labs and practitioners so if you responded, thank you for your interest. You will receive no further immediate communication. The final deposition of the collection will be announced when resolved so hopefully you will have some access in the future to the collection to satisfy your needs. To all others, I will be assembling and forwarding some further information on the collection (it is actually 149 samples) along with a questionnaire that will be of benefit to us in evaluating the most appropriate repository. I'm going to assemble a committee of professionals in the field to assist in this effort. You should be contacted in the next few weeks if you are being considered to receive the collection. Again, thank you for your interest and dedication to preservation of all knowledge that assists in benefiting the scientific goals of the conservation profession. Fonda Ghiardi Begin forwarded message: From: Fonda Ghiardi <[email protected] <[email protected]>> Subject: Fibers Date: November 7, 2024 at 10:00:08 AM CST To: "[email protected] <[email protected]>" <[email protected] <[email protected]>> I have a set of 100 known fibers assembled by Mc Crone Institute about 30 years ago that are looking for a home where they would be of use. Contact me below. Fonda Ghiardi [email protected] <[email protected]> PO Box 607 Fort Davis, TX 79734 Phone: (304) 906-9729 Fonda Ghiardi [email protected] <[email protected]>PO Box 607Fort Davis, TX 79734Phone: (304) 906-9729 You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. 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