Conservation Scientist Part time (2/5)
Temporary: 7.5 months Based at Hampton Court Palace Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House Whitehall, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland. Across these six sites we care for thousands of historic objects, many of them in their original royal setting. You'll have a real interest in our history, in the buildings and their contents and be willing to help conserve them to the standard they deserve: the best. In this post you will be involved to the conservation science operations and research projects that support the Conservation and Collection Management department's annual and longer term programme of scientific investigations and research. You will have a degree in a scientific discipline and a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject. An awareness of the materials and analytical science needed for the study, care and display of historic objects is essential. Scientific background in the technical study of oil paintings on canvas is desirable. Laboratory work experience, data processing and strong practical computing experience are desirable. You will be an adaptable and creative problem-solver who can work independently. You must be enthusiastic and able to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Experience in the production and dissemination of information, both written and spoken, to visitors, members and sponsors is essential. Based at Hampton Court Palace you may be required to travel to our other palaces on occasion. Pay range: £29,921 (pro rata) Closing date: Wednesday 26 September 2018 Interview date: Monday 1 October 2018 Find out more and apply by visiting www.hrp.org.uk/recruitment Historic Royal Places is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background. ____________________________ Dr Constantina Vlachou-Mogire ACR Senior Conservation Scientist Conservation and Collection Care Historic Royal Palaces Hampton Court Palace Surrey KT8 9AU UK T: +44(0)203166 6458 M: +44(0)7920138854 www.hrp.org.uk Facebook |Twitter | YouTube Historic Royal Palaces is a registered charity (No 1068852), correspondence details, Hampton Court Palace, Surrey KT8 9AU Historic Royal Palaces Enterprises Ltd, a company registered in England (No 3418583) registered office Hampton Court Palace, Surrey KT8 9AU. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to consdistlist-le...@cool.conservation-us.org Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
