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1. RE: Job Posting: Conservation Scientist, English Heritage, London ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: David Thickett Posted: Saturday January 10, 2026 11:30 AM Subject: RE: Job Posting: Conservation Scientist, English Heritage, London Message: Applications open for Conservation Scientist, English Heritage, based in London. We are looking for a Conservation Scientist to join our team. The role is full time and permanent, with a salary from 39,966, depending on skills and experience. The role is based at Rangers House, SE London and use the extensive laboratory there funded through the CapCo, RIO and RICHeS schemes. The role will be responsible for properties in South London, the South East and West of England. Travel including overnight stays will be required. Whilst hybrid working is possible, it is likely at least 3 days a week will be needed at Rangers House. Working as part of the Conservation Research Team, you will support the conservation and care of our national collection indoors. Responsible for an extensive monitoring and interpretation program to manage environmental risks to the broad collection, which encompasses almost every material from history. You will undertake targeted research to maintain this effectively in situ, in historic buildings. The main duties are; 1. Provide advice and support to regional collection conservation teams undertaking preventive conservation. 2. Develop or use expertise in sustainable environmental management (RH, light, pollution, shock and vibration and temperature) and interpreting research into practical solutions for presentation, storage and enclosures. 3. Undertake identified research into material deterioration, including non-invasive analysis and preventive conservation approaches; writing reports and disseminating findings to collections conservation and other appropriate teams. 4. Publishing this work and actively engaging with the research community. 5. Translate your own and other research into practical approaches for the regional conservation teams, instigating analysis and trials when required. This role requires frequent travel to sites that are often in remote locations and so a full driving licence is advantageous. Occasional overnight stays away from home will also be required. Applications will close on 26 Jan. Full details are at https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about-us/jobs/job-search/default-job-page/?jobRef=16282 <https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/about-us/jobs/job-search/default-job-page/?jobRef=16282> Unfortunately we cannot sponsor visas, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. If you would like to talk to us, please contact David Thickett, senior conservation scientist, on [email protected] or on 07770397964 (after 12 January). David Thickett | Senior Conservation Scientist | Collections Conservation Rangers House Flat Chesterfield Walk, London, FOR LETTERS ONLY SE10 8QX Tel: 07770 397964 note I work compressed hours and do not work fridays www.english-heritage.org.uk <https://uk.content.exclaimer.net/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.english-heritage.org.uk%2F&tenantid=pti8bxdCEe6pvWBFvdKH0g&templateid=3b1dab038f79ef119c3600224841a690&excomponentid=rMLoLtV1DY4u5kZtzPfXbqexVpZjrvwPYlt4kFd6nBA&excomponenttype=Image&signature=mhpMFf18uw_S0OJQXu4Mt3v8hRrMMlvFlUIIlqBaKQfTgzUtILfCORq1sKaEqM0ytUPaYUWXmg9YbFxFdaBn6fgKOGodb3p3NmdZthhQ-_QnUf9zYWH6PDwL7sUAwCd4LSmXOyTkWR8u27PL0_6xaax58ihmAwvevPWs8Vm_4H_9ps9nDB6KwLw7p-owzweVtLjj2DCL0ht8OEvSPf0dDnFG4hKtjm_G26NKyeDVSYst3lo1gtCh8Yi-7r7okCgUuzQWqNf2AzbdnYyKXqVh9_gtQMOUm7XFQAFsgNVOvU2afexIHlpTP6kRkLwNb_DM3Z6NKTECfZhmo7U66NJLXQ&v=1&imprintMessageId=857b3a4c-c584-4ac7-a816-8dc21a719e19>Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage. That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create. The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a limited company, no. 07447221, registered in England and Wales. Our registered office is The Engine House, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon SN2 2EH This email (and any attachments) is confidential and may contain personal views which are not the views of English Heritage unless specifically stated. If you have received it in error, please delete it from your system and notify the sender immediately. Do not use, copy or disclose the information in any way nor act in reliance on it. Any information sent to English Heritage may become publicly available. ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 1/7/2026 6:27:00 AM From: David Thickett Subject: Job Posting: Conservation Scientist, English Heritage, London Please see attached job advert for details and application instructions. Dave David Thickett | Senior Conservation Scientist | Collections Conservation Rangers House Flat Chesterfield Walk, London, FOR LETTERS ONLY SE10 8QX Tel: 07770 397964 note I work compressed hours and do not work fridays www.english-heritage.org.uk <https://uk.content.exclaimer.net/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.english-heritage.org.uk%2F&tenantid=pti8bxdCEe6pvWBFvdKH0g&templateid=3b1dab038f79ef119c3600224841a690&excomponentid=rMLoLtV1DY4u5kZtzPfXbqexVpZjrvwPYlt4kFd6nBA&excomponenttype=Image&signature=mhpMFf18uw_S0OJQXu4Mt3v8hRrMMlvFlUIIlqBaKQfTgzUtILfCORq1sKaEqM0ytUPaYUWXmg9YbFxFdaBn6fgKOGodb3p3NmdZthhQ-_QnUf9zYWH6PDwL7sUAwCd4LSmXOyTkWR8u27PL0_6xaax58ihmAwvevPWs8Vm_4H_9ps9nDB6KwLw7p-owzweVtLjj2DCL0ht8OEvSPf0dDnFG4hKtjm_G26NKyeDVSYst3lo1gtCh8Yi-7r7okCgUuzQWqNf2AzbdnYyKXqVh9_gtQMOUm7XFQAFsgNVOvU2afexIHlpTP6kRkLwNb_DM3Z6NKTECfZhmo7U66NJLXQ&v=1&imprintMessageId=b3ba55a4-295a-4999-84b3-eb9a7143bc09> Heritage is for everybody, and we are here for heritage. That's why, as a charity, we care for over a million objects and hundreds of historic sites in every part of England. And it's why we open them up, share their stories and find new ways for everybody to enjoy, learn, play and create. The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a limited company, no. 07447221, registered in England and Wales. Our registered office is The Engine House, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon SN2 2EH This email (and any attachments) is confidential and may contain personal views which are not the views of English Heritage unless specifically stated. If you have received it in error, please delete it from your system and notify the sender immediately. Do not use, copy or disclose the information in any way nor act in reliance on it. Any information sent to English Heritage may become publicly available. You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. 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