Position at National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside

Conservation Scientist
2 year fixed term contract
National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside
15,975 UKP

National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NMGM) is responsible
for the management of 8 institutions containing outstanding
collections of national importance in the areas of art, history and
science. The Conservation Scientist is based in the heart of
Liverpool, at the Conservation Centre which was European Museum of
the Year in 1998.

In support of the HLF funded NMGM 2001 project, we are seeking a
scientist to provide scientific advice to conservators, and to
maintain the analytical equipment and laboratory, for a two year
period. The successful candidate will respond to analysis requests
from conservators and curators, to study objects from the
collections, and to research new conservation materials and
techniques.

A degree in a relevant scientific subject is essential, together
with at least 3 years postgraduate experience in analytical
research, preferably relating to museum collections or conservation.

For further information and an application form, please contact the
Human Resources Department on +44-151-478 4625.

The closing date for completed applications is Monday 1 November
1999. Interviews will take place on 16 November 1999.

NMGM is striving to be an equal opportunities employer.

Siobhan Watts

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