Conservator: Organics x2 Conservation Full time Permanent GBP 25,872 per annum Application Deadline: 10 August 2017 Interviews will take place on 13, 14 or 15 September 2017 We are recruiting two Conservators: Organics with specialist knowledge and experience in the area of archaeological and/ or historic organic materials conservation, to care for the British Museum's collection through a combination of interventive and preventive measures in support of the Museum's operating plan. Please indicate your specialist interest (archaeological or historic materials conservation) in the personal statement section of the application form. As required, both post holders will also work on a broad range of organic materials outside their specialist area. The post-holders will contribute to the preparation of objects for loan, exhibition and permanent display, as well as supporting dedicated projects on collections in store. The focus of the roles in the short to medium term will be to deliver an increasingly diverse public programme and to support the department to implement the Collection Care strategy. The successful candidates will possess a recognised professional conservation qualification to degree level, or equivalent, with emphasis on the conservation of objects made of organic materials. With post-training work experience in the museum and heritage sector you will have an understanding of conservation theory and ethical decision making, and knowledge of contemporary principles and practice in preventive conservation. We are seeking two highly organised individuals, who can balance diverse workloads and complete projects to agreed deadlines and budgets. You will liaise with a variety of stakeholders, and will be an open and effective communicator as well as confident in presenting work publicly. It is essential to pass a colour vision test for these roles. To apply, please visit our website. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to consdistlist-le...@cool.conservation-us.org Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
