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Assistant Paper Conservator

5 months ago


New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University Full time
1.

Designs and manages conservation laboratory; establishes and schedules priorities for the treatment and preservation of objects; plans, researches and implements conservation treatments including very complex treatments on cultural property in museum, library, archives, and study collections.

2. Examines the material composition and deterioration of objects in order to develop and execute appropriate conservation treatments. 3. Identifies and diagnoses problems, devises and approves conservation methods which ensure the safety of the objects. Assesses and devises alternative and/or modify conservation methods to achieve desired results. 4. Creates accurate written and photographic documentation for conservation examinations, treatments and other activities. 5. Performs research necessary to preserve the authenticity of collections and ensure deterioration of collections is monitored and controlled. 6. Reports research and significant treatments through publications, conference papers and posters. 7.

Assesses conservation needs of object, proper housing, physical storage, and display areas for collections and ascertains correct environmental control for preservation.

8. Assists in determining conservation priorities for collections and/or individual projects and planning strategies for collection care. 9. Advises on the acquisition, loan, and exhibition of collections or individual objects. 10. Oversees safe use and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and policies. 11. Assists in teaching courses to undergraduate and graduate students. 12. Assists in the supervision of conservation interns and fellows. 13. Supervises a small staff of non-exempt employees and/or student assistants. 14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:
Ability to conceive, implement, and document conservation treatments of the highest professional standard.

Required Skill/ability 2:
Knowledge of conservation chemistry, art and material history, contemporary conservation practice, preventative conservation principles, and documentation procedures.

Required Skill/ability 3:
Excellent oral and written communication skills, teamwork and organizational skills, time management, and technological ability. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop. Willingness to learn new documentation-related databases and applications.

Required Skill/ability 4:
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with colleagues and students, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive attitude. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work effectively.

Required Skill/ability 5:
Knowledge of the development of British Art.

Preferred Education:
Experience working in a museum environment and knowledge of museum conservation practice. Knowledge of preventive conservation methods and practices. Familiarity with analytical equipment, such as spectrometers and X-ray fluorescence.

Work Week:
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:
Conservator 3

University Job Title:
Assistant Paper Conservator

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Experience working in a museum environment and knowledge of museum conservation practice. Knowledge of preventive conservation methods and practices. Familiarity with analytical equipment, such as spectrometers and X-ray fluorescence.

Master's Degree in Art, Museum and/or Library/Archives Conservation, Materials Science, or related field and four years of conservation experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.