Position at Freer Gallery

  The Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian
  Institution, Washington D.C., seek applicants for the following position:

  Conservator

  Objects Conservator:  Performs duties that support the conservation,
  research, and exhibition activities of the galleries: examining and
  conserving works of art in the galleries' collection, which include
  objects composed of glass, ceramics, metals, stone, lacquer, and wood;
  preparing object condition reports; conducting tests of object
  materials; developing and implementing treatment proposals and plans;
  preparing documentation related to conservation activities.  Qualified
  candidates will have knowledge of techniques, materials, and
  methodologies related to the conservation of works of art; the ability
  to conduct research and to write technical and non-technical
  materials. Special consideration will be given to experience in the
  conservation of archaeological and historic glass and ceramics.
  Federal civil service position with benefits.  Salary $28,964-$45,561
  per year commensurate with experience.  Appl. deadline: 07-08-94.
  Announcement #FSG-94-004.

  To receive an application package for this announcement, call (202)
  357-4880 ext. 444 to leave a voice message.

  Contact: Toni Lake, Executive Asst. to the Director, (202) 357-4880
  ext. 206.

  Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Christopher Maines,  Conservation Scientist
Freer and Sackler Galleries
Smithsonian Institution, MRC 707
1150 Independence Ave. SW
Washington DC 20560
202-357-4880  x289
Fax: 202-633-9474

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