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1. Job Opportunity: Research Scientist, Rochester Institute of Technology, Image Permanence Institute ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Emma Richardson Posted: Sunday December 7, 2025 1:34 PM Subject: Job Opportunity: Research Scientist, Rochester Institute of Technology, Image Permanence Institute Message: The Image Permanence Institute (IPI) at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Scientist to advance knowledge and research in the chemical degradation and stability of cultural heritage collection materials. This position is ideal for individuals with expertise in materials testing, atmospheric pollutants, chemical interactions, organic chemistry, or chemical engineering. The appointed researcher will manage IPI ISO testing services, conduct independent research, collaborate on multi-scholar projects and lead specific components of larger research programs under the direction of a senior or principal researcher. This role involves publishing research results and findings in peer-reviewed journals, producing reports and contributing to workshops and conferences, and supporting educational programs related to preservation science. We welcome applications from fields outside of cultural heritage but will look favorably on candidates demonstrating a strong interest in the preservation science of cultural heritage. The pay range for this position is RIT's 119A wage band, with a minimum salary level of $52,300 and maximum of $87,600. The application review process will start mid-January 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Learn more about the position and apply at RIT Career Zone 9984BR <https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25483&siteid=5289&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=1581983>. If you have specific questions about this position, please contact IPI's Director of Research and search committee Chair, Emma Richardson, at [email protected] <[email protected]> About IPI The Image Permanence Institute (IPI) is a preservation research center in the College of Art and Design at Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY. IPI achieves its mission to support and inform the preservation of cultural heritage collections through applied research, the development of practical preservation resources and tools, professional-level education and training programs, and consulting and materials testing services. As a non-profit research center, IPI depends on private and public philanthropy to fund its research program. Institutions that use IPI preservation products and consulting and testing services further support IPI's mission. Learn more about IPI at: https://www.rit.edu/ipi <https://www.rit.edu/ipi> ------------------------------ Dr Emma Richardson Director of Research Image Permanence Institute Rochester United States ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
