Conservator Cambridge Colleges' Conservation Consortium Based at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, UK
Corpus Christi College is offering an exciting opportunity for a recently graduated Conservator to join the small team working in the conservation studio at the college. The studio has a busy schedule of work, carrying out interventive conservation treatments as well as providing preservation advice on both library and archive materials for the 15 members of the Cambridge Colleges' Conservation Consortium. The position provides the opportunity to work on a wide range of materials from the earliest manuscripts to modern archives, and cover paper, parchment and binding conservation. Some knowledge of historical binding structures and the ability to carry out high quality conservation work will be expected. The successful applicant will have a degree or diploma in Archives or Library conservation, excellent practical skills and be looking for their first professional role to begin their conservation career. They will be dedicated and self-motivated, able to work both on their own and as part of a small team. Excellent communication skills at all levels and a diplomatic approach are essential. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, discretionary bonus, generous holiday entitlement, Continuous Professional Development and in-house training opportunities, free lunches, car park and use of College facilities. For full details and an application form, please go to: https://www.corpus.cam.ac.uk/further-information/non-academic-staff-vacancies Any questions, please contact Bridget Warrington, Managing Conservator on: [email protected] Closing date: Monday, 5 March 2018 ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
