[Consdistlist] Vacancy for Paper Conservation Adviser, National Trust for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (Helen Lloyd)

[Scott Devine]

Vacancy for Paper Conservation Adviser, National Trust for England, Wales and 
Northern Ireland

Permanent Full-time, 37.5 hrs per week
UKP45,000 per annum
Location flexible (if in London an additional allowance may be applicable); 
substantial travel to NT properties required

Job reference: IRC57674

As Paper Conservation Adviser and our national specialist in the care and 
conservation of paper-based collections, you will ensure that our consultancy 
and National Trust properties have the necessary knowledge and skills to 
improve their performance, while achieving sustainable standards of 
conservation, access and presentation. Keeping abreast of the latest ideas, 
guiding research and developing new techniques and technologies, you will use 
your expertise to provide advice to clients at properties, in the Consultancy 
and Whole Trust, and to lead and support projects. You will assist staff across 
the Trust in identifying innovative ways in which our diverse paper objects, 
from watercolours, prints drawings, maps, archives, and miniatures to 
wallpaper, globes and book collections, can inspire visitors and become 
accessible to all; help to plan and interpret conservation of our special 
collections; and support fund-raising to enable further conservation and 
acquisitions. You will also seek opportunities to demonstrate the Trust's work 
in this field, and support its broader strategy to 'move, teach and inspire'.

To be successful in this role you'll need to have;
- Expertise in the conservation of a wide range of paper materials, including 
mounting, framing and display; and knowledge of the care, conservation and 
display of books.
- Knowledge of relevant conservation and documentation standards and their 
practise .
- Experience of working within an institution, or with equivalent 
organisational skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with diverse 
colleagues
- Ability to train, coach and mentor professionals at a range of levels.
- Ability to build internal and external relationships
- Excellent skills in influencing, communication and public speaking
- Experience in engagement activities, and using digital and social media

Closing date: 4 February 2018
Interview date: 14 February 2018

For more information and application details see 
https://careers.nationaltrust.org.uk/OA_HTML/a/#/vacancy-detail/57674

Helen Lloyd ACR FIIC FSA
National Specialists Manager (Collections)
National Trust | 20 Grosvenor Gardens | London SW1W 0DH | United Kingdom
T: +44 20 7824 7127 | M: +44 7774 109201
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[Consdistlist] nitrile gloves

[Diehl Johanna]

Dear list-members,
we recently have done some oddy tests of different nitrile gloves. All results 
were very similar we do see some changes on all lead and cupper coupons. That 
means that the glove materials emit tarnishing pollutants under accelerated 
conditions. Does it also mean that in direct contact the gloves transfer 
tarnishing residue to object surfaces? Does anybody know alternatives to 
nitrile gloves? Has anybody done research on this topic?
Thanks Johanna


Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

Mag. Johanna Diehl
Restauratorin
Kunstkammer & Schatzkammer

T +43 1 525 24 - 4420
F +43 1 525 24 - 4499
M +43 699 181 13 355
johanna.di...@khm.at
www.khm.at

KHM-Museumsverband,
Wissenschaftliche Anstalt öffentlichen Rechts

Burgring 5, 1010 Wien, Österreich


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[Consdistlist] Ultrasonic welder

[Amy Minger]

Might anyone have an ultrasonic welder for sale or know of a source for new 
machines? Preferably desktop style with a weld length capable of larger 
polyester encapsulations.

I have also considered the handheld ultrasonic welder. Opinions regarding 
handheld vs desktop welders would be much appreciated!

Thank you,


Amy Minger
Archival Assistant for Conservation

 Arkansas State Archives
a division of the Department of Arkansas Heritage
One Capitol Mall  |  Little Rock, AR 72201
Email: amy.min...@arkansas.gov 
office: 501.682.6905
fax: 501.682.6916
archives.arkansas.gov   
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[Consdistlist] Icon Internship, Ceramics Conservation

[Patrick Whife]

Icon Internship, Ceramics Conservation
6-month Internship starting April 2018
Location: Little Crosby Village, Liverpool, L23 4TS
Supervisor: Lynne Edge ACR
Educational Stipend: £8,500

Funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the internship forms part of the joint 
project, Galkoff's and the Secret Life of Pembroke Place, between Liverpool 
School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) and the Museum of Liverpool (MoL) which 
began in July 2016.

EDGE Conservation-Restoration Services is private sector conservation workshop, 
working with Cunningham Brown Ltd., to conserve and re-display tiles from the 
shop façade of the Galkoff's Family Butchers in Liverpool. This internship will 
provide a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the conservation 
of faience tiles and the mounting and presentation of these tiles for display 
in the Museum of Liverpool of the National Museums Liverpool.

The building that housed the shop façade is a Grade II listed Georgian 
building, principally listed for the survival of a nationally unique Jewish 
butcher's shop front: the explicit display of Hebrew lettering of the façade in 
such a context is very unusual and is an expressive reflection of Jewish 
identity in Liverpool at this time. This is an exciting tile conservation 
project that will preserve an iconic legacy of Liverpool's Jewish history.

The tileworks started December 2017 with their removal from the shop front by 
EDGE Conservation-Restoration Services. From March - September 2018 these tiles 
will be conserved, missing tiles replicated, and the tiles mounted to mimic the 
original shop frontage, forming a major element of the Secret Life of Pembroke 
Place display at the Museum of Liverpool due to open in October 2018.

Under the guidance of Lynne Edge ACR, the successful intern will be involved 
with all elements of related conservation work and will learn about historic 
and contemporary conservation techniques and approaches. There is also the 
opportunity to work alongside professional mount makers and engineers to gain 
experience in the display of tiles in a museum context. An important element of 
the project is outreach and as such, the intern will be asked to record their 
experiences to produce a report and write a blog for the Museum of Liverpool.

Requirements

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a clear interest and experience that 
is relevant to this opportunity. There isn't a set requirement however it would 
be expected that this may be an undergraduate or post graduate qualification in 
Conservation or related experience and training in a relevant subject such as 
Ceramic Design.

Please apply using the application form on the Icon website only. 
https://icon.org.uk/what-is-conservation/internships

Closing date: 9am, 15th February 2018
Interviews will be held on: 1st March 2018
Internship will commence: 3rd April 2018
Questions: pwh...@icon.org.uk


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[Consdistlist] Short Term Conservation Position

[Veronika Vlkova]

Dear Sir or Madam,


Could the following position be advertised on the DistList please?


Short Term Conservation Position

Mareva Conservation is seeking a freelance stone/object conservator to work in 
our studio and/or on site for a period of two months starting at the beginning 
of February. This will be based in and around Birmingham. The key 
responsibility will be to assist with several projects involving inorganic 
objects. Experience in the conservation of inorganic materials is desirable. 
The use of a car is essential. For further information please email to 
i...@marevaconservation.com

Veronika Vlkova


I look forward to hearing from you.


Yours faithfully,


Veronika Vlková
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[Consdistlist] Summer 2018 PAID Internship - Firearms Conservation Technician (Great Basin Institute/National Park Service - Charles Town, WV)

[Chris Warner]

Focus: Conservation of Mechanical-Arts Objects -- Firearms from Scotty’s
Castle in Death Valley National Park, CA

Sponsor: Great Basin Institute / National Park Service, Museum Conservation
Services (MCS), Harpers Ferry, WV

 

Description:

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the staff at the National
Park Service’s Museum Conservation Services facility in Charles Town, WV is
seeking a graduate student -- who is currently enrolled in a recognized U.S.
or Canadian conservation training program -- for a paid summer internship
assisting MCS staff conservators with the preservation of forty late 19th
and early 20th century firearms from the Scotty’s Castle collections in
Death Valley National Park. 

 

This opportunity will benefit a first or second-year graduate student
attending a master’s level program in art conservation who is looking to
expand his or her existing skills in the conservation of historic objects.
This internship focuses on the unique problems associated with preserving
composite mechanical-arts objects. Although this is a treatment-oriented
internship, there will also be time allotted for relevant lab visits and
research.

 

Location:

Charles Town is just a few miles from historic Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. The area offers many
opportunities for outdoor recreation plus easy access to both Washington,
D.C. and Baltimore, MD. 

 

Compensation:  

- Pay Rate: $17.00/hour

- Benefits: Paid holidays, Affordable Care Act-compliant health insurance

 

Timeline:

- 8-week summer internship with flexible starting date in 2018. 

- Full-time, up to 40 hours per week

 

Qualifications:

- Be currently enrolled in a U.S. or Canadian graduate-level museum
conservation program.

- Successfully complete a routine Department of Interior background
investigation.

- Must provide own transportation and have a valid state-issued driver’s
license.

- Must provide own laptop computer.

- Eligible applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent
resident alien of the United States.

 

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, including a statement of
interest, résumé or CV, and list of three academic or professional
references to Augustine Sughrua, GBI Recruitment Coordinator. Incomplete
submissions will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.

 

The Great Basin Institute conforms to all laws, statutes, and regulations
concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We are an
equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age,
disability status, genetic information & testing, family and medical leave,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We
prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint,
orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any
individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint
or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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[Consdistlist] Fellowship in Objects Conservation at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art

[Moffett, Dana]

Fellowship in Objects Conservation at the Smithsonian's National Museum of 
African Art
 
The Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art is the only facility in the 
United States dedicated exclusively to the exhibition and preservation of 
Africa's traditional and contemporary arts.  With the generous support of the 
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the Museum is pleased to offer a post-graduate 
fellowship in conservation that provides the opportunity to further refine 
examination and treatment skills, and to pursue collection-based research.  The 
fellow will gain experience working in our small, collaborative museum 
environment, which has access to the resources at the Museum Conservation 
Institute and the larger Smithsonian research community. Beginning in fall 
2018, the one-year fellowship (renewable for a second year) is part of an 
initiative designed to promote conservation training, diversity in the 
profession, and African art scholarship.
 
The fellow's own interests will help dictate the selection of objects to be 
treated and a research direction, and the incumbent may participate in work 
generated by the museum's exhibition and acquisition schedule.  There is the 
opportunity to treat contemporary as well as traditional artworks. The fellow 
will pursue a research project that contributes to African art conservation 
and/or art history and participate in the mentoring of undergraduate explorer 
interns and pre-program interns.
 
The fellowship is open to US and International citizens who are recent 
graduates from a recognized conservation training program, or have equivalent 
experience, and who have proficient English language skills (written and 
spoken).
 
Applicants must register and submit an online application via the SOLAA system 
at https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/#/public   

After registering, sign onto the SOLAA system.  At the top of the screen, 
select Start your Application; Select Fellowship and National Museum of African 
Art from the drop-down program lists. 
 
Stipend: $43,000/year plus healthcare and  travel/research stipends

Deadline for application: February 16, 2018

For further information contact:  Dana Moffett, Senior Conservator 
moffe...@si.edu
 


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[Consdistlist] Pre-program internship in Conservation at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art

[Moffett, Dana]

Pre-program internship in Conservation at the Smithsonian's National Museum of 
African Art

The Smithsonian's National Museum of African Art is the only facility in the 
United States dedicated exclusively to the exhibition and preservation of 
Africa's traditional and contemporary arts. With generous funding from the 
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the NMAfA is offering a paid pre-program 
internship for individuals preparing to apply to a graduate-level training 
program in art conservation. As part of an initiative to promote diversity in 
the field and conservation training, the program will offer the opportunity to 
gain broad experience in multiple specialties, which may include objects, 
textiles, paper or paintings.

Learning objectives for interns include:

-Learn to perform condition exams, carry out written and photographic 
documentation, treat artworks
-Participate in preventive conservation activities
-Gain an understanding of materials and techniques; an introduction to 
treatment problem-solving; hands-on experience.
-Develop a portfolio for application to graduate programs.

Desired Prerequisites: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents 
with demonstrable academic commitment to fulfilling the pre-requisites in art 
history, studio art and chemistry for application to a conservation graduate 
program.

Term(s): The 6-month, 40 hours/week internship will commence in Fall 2018

Stipend: $600/week stipend plus additional funds to help defray the cost of 
travel to Washington DC.

Deadline: March 1, 2018

Contact Information: Dana Moffett, moffe...@si.edu

Apply Through: Applicants must register and submit an online application via 
the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment system (SOLAA). After registering, 
sign onto the SOLAA system. At the top of the screen, select Start your 
Application; Select Internship and National Museum of African Art from the 
drop-down program lists. Choose Pre-program Internship.

Application requirements via SOLAA

-Short essay (no more than three pages total)
1) A statement of your interest in this internship at the NMAfA and what you 
hope to gain from the experience.
2) Please discuss the impact that a funded internship would have on you and 
your education.
3) Provide a short biography describing your background, personal history, and 
interests.

-Curriculum Vitae or Resume

-Undergraduate transcripts (unofficial)

-Two letters of reference


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[Consdistlist] The British Museum - Andrew W Mellon Postdoctoral Research Fellow

[Klara Hallen]

Andrew W Mellon Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Scientific Research
Part time: 4 days per week
Fixed term: for 18 months
GBP 28,460 per annum pro rata
Application Deadline: 23 February 2018

The British Museum has an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow to 
conduct research on laser cleaning in the Department of Scientific Research and 
the Fellow will be trained in the application of analytical techniques to 
answer curatorial and conservation enquiries.

The role will engage in all aspects of the department's work, playing a full 
part in all academic aspects of the department and of the Museum's wider 
scholarly programmes and community.

With a PhD or equivalent in a scientific discipline, awarded before 1 January 
2018, you will have experimental research experience, the ability to plan and 
execute research and experience in a laboratory and/or research environment. 
Experience of research into the conservation of museum/archaeological objects 
and materials is desirable.

With a high level of IT literacy and excellent organisational skills, you will 
be able to communicate effectively and clearly to a variety of audiences. A 
publication record or other evidence of written capabilities would be 
advantageous.

To apply, please visit our website.
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[Consdistlist] Position announcement: Conservator for Special Collections, Columbia University, New York

[Alexis Hagadorn]

Conservator for Special Collections
Columbia University Libraries

The Columbia University Libraries invites nominations and applications 
for the Conservator for Special Collections.


Reporting to the Head of Conservation, the Conservator for Special 
Collections will plan, document and perform complex conservation 
treatments on ancient, medieval and modern library materials, including 
rare books, bound and unbound manuscripts, prints, maps and drawings on 
paper or parchment. Under the general direction of the Head of 
Conservation, the incumbent will work with liaisons in special 
collections libraries to select items for treatment and to set annual 
priorities for conservation of collections; will co‐ordinate workflow of 
treatments through the Conservation Department and participate in 
planning for exhibits and loans; will participate in environmental 
monitoring, testing and ordering of materials and supplies, staff 
supervision; will participate in management of the disaster response 
program; and will carry out other duties relating to the preservation of 
the Libraries' collections. The incumbent will participate in teaching 
and training interns and junior staff. The Conservator for Special 
Collections will assist the Head with developing and documenting 
procedures for the conservation of rare library materials, and will keep 
abreast of professional literature and new developments in the field, 
cooperating with other conservators in performing research and 
development toward the advancement of conservation.


Minimum Requirements: MLS or PhD or equivalent plus:

1.    Graduate degree in conservation of books and/or archival library 
materials or equivalent training and experience (e.g. formal 
apprenticeship).
2.    Minimum of two years post‐internship professional experience, or 
an equivalent combination of experience and education, preferably in a 
research library or similar institution.
3.    Demonstrated ability to identify causes of damage, select 
appropriate treatments, perform and document the full range of 
conservation treatments of library materials, including bookbinding of 
historic significance.

4.    Knowledge of a wide range of conservation practices and procedures.
5.    Knowledge of chemistry as it applies to the conservation of 
library and museum collections.
6.    Knowledge of the history of the book, the history and techniques 
of bookbinding and papermaking, and the history of manufacture of other 
library materials.
7.    Knowledge of environmental monitoring techniques and optimal 
collection storage environments.
8.    Knowledge of and adherence to professional ethical practice in 
conservation.
9.    Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills 
(verbal and written).


Preferred Qualifications:
1.    Minimum 3 years of professional conservation experience within a 
research library or similar academic setting.

2.    Experience using electronic data loggers and software.
3.    Experience using database software and digital imaging software to 
document treatments.

4.    Demonstrated successful project management experience.
5.    Demonstrated ability to contribute to the profession through 
formal teaching, research and/or publication.


Compensation: We offer a salary commensurate with qualifications and 
experience.


Location: New York City

To Apply:

https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65697

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications 
received on or before February 15, 2018 will receive priority consideration.


Potential applicants with questions about the position are encouraged to 
contact Alexis Hagadorn: ah333_at_columbia_edu


Organizational Information

Columbia University Libraries is one of the top five academic research 
library systems in North America. The collections include over 13 
million volumes, over 160,000 journals and serials, as well as extensive 
electronic resources, manuscripts, rare books, microforms, maps, and 
graphic and audio-visual materials. The Libraries employs more than 400 
professional and support staff and hosts over 4.7 million visitors each 
year.  The website of the Libraries is the gateway to its services and 
resources: library.columbia.edu.


Columbia University has a longstanding commitment to diversity rooted in 
values of inclusion and social justice, a commitment reflected in the 
curriculum and throughout University life. Columbia welcomes 
applications from candidates who share these values and who will foster 
their contribution to the University's educational mission. We invite 
applicants who have demonstrated creative approaches to empowering and 
mentoring staff, leading projects, solving problems, and developing 
user-centric programs, services, or collections. We offer salary and 
benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.


Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.


Alexis 

[Consdistlist] Getty Conservation Institute: Plastics workshop at NYU, July 16 - 20, 2018

[Annabelle Sbarbatti]

Hello -

We'd like to announce the Getty Conservation Institute's workshop entitled 
"Conservation of Plastics in Museum Collections" taking place at the 
Conservation Center, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University, July 16 - 20, 
2018.

The cost of the course is $600 and the application is found in this link:

http://www.getty.edu/conservation/our_projects/education/cons_plastics/workshop_2018.html

Applications are due March 19.

Thank you!

Annabelle Sbarbatti - Senior Project Coordinator - Collections - Getty 
Conservation Institute - 1200 Getty Center Drive - Los Angeles, CA 90049 - Tel: 
310-440-6785 -  asbarba...@getty.edu - 
www.getty.edu/conservation



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[Consdistlist] Material Science and Technology (MS) 2018 Conference, Columbus, OH, October 14-18, 2018

[Glenn Gates]

You are cordially invited to submit abstracts for presentations at the
Material Science and Technology (MS) 2018 Conference in Columbus, OH on
October 14-18, 2018; please see: http://www.matscitech.org/
At this conference, the Art, Archaeology and Conservation Science Division
of the American Ceramic Society is sponsoring a two-day Special Topics
Symposium called "Art and Cultural Heritage: Reverse Engineering", please
see: http://www.matscitech.org/technical-program/special-topics/
This two day symposium will highlight both the latest studies involved with
the reverse engineering of cultural heritage and the newest discoveries in
the scientific study of cultural heritage. This two day symposium will
feature the newest findings surrounding the technology, engineering and
materials associated with art, archaeology and cultural heritage, including
pigments, ceramics, glass, and metals. Also, submissions that explore
innovative approaches to training and learning at the intersection of
engineering, science, technology and cultural heritage are most welcome.
All submissions that pertain to the scientific study of cultural heritage,
or advance its understanding and preservation, will be considered.

Please submit your abstract by March 15, 2018, using this link:
http://www.programmaster.org/PM/PM.nsf/UpcomingSymposia/A046462BE882408C85258124006EC8C6?OpenDocument=8B0BF2B4D6505BA8852580CF005B20F8

Symposium organizers are:
Dr. John McCloy, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical & Materials
Engineering, Washington State University and Director, Materials Science &
Engineering Program, Washington State University and Chief Scientist, Joint
Appointee, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, john.mcc...@wsu.edu; and
Glenn Alan Gates PhD, Conservation Scientist, Walters Art Museum, 600 North
Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-5185, Phone:410-246-8365
gga...@thewalters.org

As the leading forum addressing structure, properties, processing and
performance across the materials community, MS brings together
scientists, engineers, students, suppliers and more to discuss current
research and technical applications, and to shape the future of materials
science and technology. It is organized in a joint partnership between five
leading materials science-related societies – ACerS, AIST, ASM
International, MetSoc, and TMS.

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