Position at Rochester Museum and Science Center

Objects Conservator
Rochester Museum and Science Center
Rochester, NY

Want to make a difference?  The Rochester Museum and Science Center
seeks a conservator to care for important collections in regional
history, anthropology, and  natural sciences.  The RMSC, a major
northeastern museum complex, is committed to exploring innovative
and compelling ways to share its resources, knowledge and
collections with the public.  The position  offers  unique and
exciting opportunities to  help determine  future directions and
requires a person who is committed to increasing public awareness of
collection care and preservation.

The candidate must be a team player and understand the broad
spectrum of museum responsibilities to the community.   In addition
to the duties mentioned above, this person will manage a
state-of-the-art laboratory, provide treatment and primary care of
collections, including planning, implementing and maintenance of
proper storage conditions;  educate staff on handling objects;
advise  on loans and acquisitions and, work with interns and
volunteers.

The candidate must hold a degree in conservation from a recognized
conservation program and have two years museum experience.
Interested applicants are invited to send a resume along with a
cover letter outlining how they would envision meeting the
challenges described above.  Applications should be addressed to

    Deputy Director for Collections
    The Rochester Museum and Science Center
    657 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607

EOE.

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                  Distributed: Friday, March 28, 1997
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