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1. Job Posting: Assistant Book and Paper Conservator, University of Michigan Library 2. International admission for Master's in the Conservation of Mural Piantings and Stone, University of Gothenburg 3. Deadline Approaching: Program Engagement Conservator at Yale University Library 4. Call for papers: "Textiles in Artifacts, Research-Conservation-Innovation." 5. DEADLINE EXTENDED - Call for Proposals - Southeast Regional Conservation Association 2026 Meeting in Cherokee, North Carolina 6. Art Bio Matters - Seminar on Clothomics ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Marieka Kaye Posted: Thursday October 16, 2025 9:37 AM Subject: Job Posting: Assistant Book and Paper Conservator, University of Michigan Library Message: Conservation Librarian / Assistant Book and Paper Conservator, University of Michigan Library, Ann Arbor, MI The University of Michigan Library, Preservation Services <https://www.lib.umich.edu/about-us/our-divisions-and-departments/collections/preservation-services>, seeks applicants for a full-time Assistant Book and Paper Conservator position. This position is suitable for an entry-level conservator who will be responsible for the conservation of bound books, maps, documents, and other materials in the library's special collections. The conservator also coordinates with other conservation staff to support the care, use, and exhibition of special collections. The complete posting, including detailed duties, required qualifications, salary range, and application instructions, can be found here: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/269833/conservation-librarian-assistant-book-and-paper-conservator <https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/269833/conservation-librarian-assistant-book-and-paper-conservator> A cover letter, CV, and the names of three professional references are required for the application. Applications are due by November 26, 2025. ------------------------------ Marieka Kaye Director, Preservation Services, Physical Collections University of Michigan Library Ann Arbor, MI 734-647-8461 [email protected] ------------------------------ 2.From: Chiara Pasian Posted: Thursday October 16, 2025 9:37 AM Subject: International admission for Master's in the Conservation of Mural Piantings and Stone, University of Gothenburg Message: In October 2025 applications will open for the Masters in Conservation with Specialisation in Conservation of Cultural Heritage Objects - Mural Paintings and Stone <https://www.gu.se/en/study-gothenburg/conservation-with-specialisation-in-conservation-of-cultural-heritage-objects-masters-program-n2kvp> at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden - 2026-2028 Students with citizenship in EU/EEA or Switzerland do not pay tuition fees in Sweden! And good news is that there are scholarships available for fee-paying students. Check it here <https://www.gu.se/en/study-in-gothenburg/apply/tuition-fees> Timeline: International admission round: 16 October 202515 January 2026 National and EU-citizens admission round: mid-Marchmid-April 2026The admitted students all start in September 2026. You can apply to the programme here <https://www.gu.se/en/study-in-gothenburg/apply/apply-for-masters-program> Please contact Omid Oudbashi <https://www.linkedin.com/in/omid-oudbashi-30487b3a/>, programme coordinator, at [email protected] <[email protected]>, or Chiara Pasian at [email protected] <[email protected]> if you have questions. 3.From: Brenna Campbell Posted: Thursday October 16, 2025 9:38 AM Subject: Deadline Approaching: Program Engagement Conservator at Yale University Library Message: Dear Colleagues, the first consideration deadline for the position of Program Engagement Conservator at Yale University Library is Monday, October 20th. We would love to see your application! If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected] <[email protected]>. Program Engagement Conservator Yale University Library seeks a collaborative and innovative Program Engagement Conservator to provide training and programming in support of the stewardship of the Library's extraordinary collections. Yale University Library is made up of 500 staff, more than a dozen libraries and locations, vast physical collections, and extensive electronic resources. All these elements are animated and connected by technology and expertise in the service of teaching, learning, research, and practice. Yale Library's unique collections, amassed over three centuries and widely used in teaching, are a distinctive feature of a Yale education, together with the collections of Yale's museums. Position Focus The Program Engagement Conservator contributes to the library's mission by fostering and enhancing highly effective communication and collaboration between Conservation & Exhibition Strategies and colleagues from across Yale University Library and the University as a whole. Working as a member of Conservation and Exhibit Services management team, the incumbent will act as a centralized resource for collections care in a large, complex, and dynamic environment, working with a diverse group of stakeholders. Major Responsibilities Devises, implements, and presents a range of training for staff who work with collections to promote the core principles and best practices for collections stewardship. Liaises with internal and external stakeholders in developing and maintaining effective processes and training. Assesses collections at various life-cycle points including acquisition, exhibition, class or reading room use, and digitization for special collections. Reviews processing plans, identifies preservation considerations, and contributes language to the plans as needed. Makes recommendations and/or referrals to other conservation units and Preservation Digital Strategies as appropriate. Identifies and cultivates opportunities for outreach to and engagement with library staff, faculty, and students. Provides preservation and conservation support for teaching with special collections materials. Advises library staff on preservation/conservation questions and connects staff with other PCS department experts as appropriate. Contributes to Conservation and Exhibition Services management team. Works closely and collaboratively with unit heads to create a seamless, coordinated, and effective comprehensive conservation program for the library's collections. Collaborates with Preventive Conservation to design and plan preservation assessments and collection surveys; and participates in data analysis and report writing. Ensures that all work is documented in accordance with conservation ethics, professional standards, as well as departmental and University requirements. Required Qualifications Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school. In selected instances, a post-graduate degree in a related discipline may be required or substituted for a master's degree in library science. Master's degree in Art/Museum Conservation or MLS with Advanced Certification in Conservation is required in place of MLS. Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion. Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing team environment. Knowledge of current preventive conservation strategies and standards for care, handling, and storage of circulating and special collections, and a demonstrated ability to apply that knowledge to solve problems day-to-day and to meet long-term collections care challenges. Demonstrated effectiveness in crafting recommendations and training for audiences with a wide range of preservation and conservation knowledge. Demonstrated success fostering effective working relationships across multiple departments or divisions. Strong ability to lead with influence and to work with colleagues from a wide range of roles and backgrounds. Expert ability to gather, organize and interpret data to support decision-making, policy setting and programmatic approaches. Strong computer skills and the ability to work in a full range of applications including word processing, collection management systems, spreadsheets, and databases. Preferred Qualifications Experience in library and archives settings, including hands-on conservation treatment. Knowledge of conservation principles for a wide variety of cultural heritage materials. Demonstrated knowledge of chemistry, material science research related to conservation. Interest in and/or basic understanding of digital preservation principles, as well as preservation imaging and reformatting. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Librarian 2 to 4 rank depending upon qualifications and experience. Ranking information can be found at: http://bit.ly/YULRanksPromotions <http://bit.ly/YULRanksPromotions> The expected hiring range for this position is $74,000 - $110,000 (the larger range listed on the official posting is the full hiring range for any Librarian position at any rank, please disregard it) For consideration, please apply online here: https://careers.yale.edu/us/en/job/YUCYUHUS129413WDEXTERNALENUS/Program-Engagement-Conservator <https://careers.yale.edu/us/en/job/YUCYUHUS129413WDEXTERNALENUS/Program-Engagement-Conservator> Applications submitted by October 20th, 2025 will receive first consideration. ------------------------------ Brenna Campbell, Fellow Associate Director for Conservation & Exhibition Strategies Yale University Library New Haven, CT ------------------------------ 4.From: Kisook Suh Posted: Thursday October 16, 2025 6:42 PM Subject: Call for papers: "Textiles in Artifacts, Research-Conservation-Innovation." Message: Call for papers: "Textiles in Artifacts, Research-Conservation-Innovation." 9th International Conservation Conference in April 16-17, 2026, hosted by Nicolaus Copernicus University, Torun, Poland. Please see attachment for details. ------------------------------ Kisook Suh Conservator Metropolitan Museum of Art, Textile Conservation Department New York NY ------------------------------ 5.From: Marianne Kelsey Posted: Thursday October 16, 2025 6:43 PM Subject: DEADLINE EXTENDED - Call for Proposals - Southeast Regional Conservation Association 2026 Meeting in Cherokee, North Carolina Message: Call for Proposals – SERCA 2026 Annual Conference Theme: Out-of-the-Box! The Use of Non-Traditional Methods, Materials, and Practices in the Care and Preservation of Cultural Heritage Dates: Thursday, February 26th – Sunday, March 1st, 2026 Location: Cherokee, North Carolina The Southeastern Regional Conservation Association (SERCA) is thrilled to announce our annual conference, taking place this year in the stunning Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina! We invite innovative, thought-provoking, and dynamic proposals for presentations that explore creative approaches to conservation. This year's theme, Out-of-the-Box!, celebrates the bold, the experimental, and the unconventional-methods, materials, and practices that push beyond traditional models of care and preservation. Laura Elliff Cruz, Head of Collections at the School for Advanced Research (SAR) Indian Arts Research Center (IARC)is the keynote speaker for our annual conference. She will provide a presentation on the Indigenous Collections Care (ICC) Guide. This framework honors Indigenous belief systems and practices, centering Tribal sovereignty and intellectual authority over cultural heritage. We welcome proposals on a wide range of topics-whether rooted in Indigenous practices, experimental conservation treatments, experimental techniques, or imaginative uses of nontraditional materials. Presentations do not need to be directly related to Indigenous collections to be considered; all ideas that challenge the status quo and inspire fresh thinking are encouraged! Join us as we gather in the heart of the Appalachians to share knowledge, spark conversation, and reimagine the future of cultural heritage preservation. Proposal submissions are due by November 7th, 2025. SERCA will notify presenters if their presentation has been selected by November 30th, 2025. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this dynamic event and to share your knowledge with colleagues from across the region. To submit a proposal, please complete the Submit a Proposal Form. <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevmHVl5LJrqbVW16JuZ-SDA4OZ8nnUbOSbSiFeWDBNxNlwBg/viewform> Email any questions to me at [email protected] <[email protected]>. ------------------------------ Marianne Kelsey Communications Coordinator, SERCA Board Paper Conservator Kelsey Conservation Greensboro NC ------------------------------ 6.From: Ashley Bowersox Posted: Thursday October 16, 2025 10:14 PM Subject: Art Bio Matters - Seminar on Clothomics Message: Dear All, We're happy to announce our October seminar, featuring ABM member Laura Cristina Viñas Caron. This will be the final session in our ABM Speaker Series for the year, and we're delighted to close the season with her presentation. As our current funding concludes in December 2025, Art Bio Matters will be entering a period of transition. Please join us in October to hear about plans for our final meeting in November and next steps. Clothomics as a new approach to the study of archaeological textiles and animal skins By Laura Viñas Caron Thursday October 23rd at 11:00 am ET Read the full abstract for the talk below. An Art Bio Matters Membership is required to attend this seminar. Visit artbiomatters.org/join-abm <https://artbiomatters.org/join-abm> to become a member (it's free!). Abstract: Over the past decades, the range of scientific methods that contribute to the study of ancient cloth materials has expanded dramatically. The emerging field of uses biomolecular techniques such as proteomics and genomics to study the raw materials used in cloth production. These analyses not only identify the animal species behind textiles, leather or fur, but also reveal new insights into the domestication, management, and refinement of animals used in textile production, such as sheep. In doing so, clothomics helps us better understand past identities, animal economies, manufacturing processes, trade networks, or landscape use. This presentation will introduce the exciting world of clothomics, offer practical guidance on how to apply genomic and proteomic techniques to ancient cloth, and share a series of case studies that highlight what these methods can reveal about our shared past. The talk will be followed by a discussion with members in attendance. ------------------------------ Ashley Bowersox Preventive Conservator & Graduate Candidate in Painting and Sculpture Conservation HKB, Bern, Switzerland [email protected] ------------------------------ 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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