Position at Getty Research Institute

Associate Conservator
Getty Research Institute
Dept: Collection Management

Perform and document complex conservation treatments on rare books,
photos, objects and archival materials.  Evaluate materials to
decide conservation needed to maintain their integrity, provide
expertise in photo conservation, assist Conservator with
administration, training and the management of the conservation
components of exhibitions. Required: a)  Bachelors degree in
chemistry, natural science, art history or related discipline or
equivalent combination of education/experience; b) 3-4 years
experience with conservation treatments on photos/books; c) Use
computer and lab equipment; d) Excellent written/verbal
communication skills, manual dexterity, strong administrative
skills, strong interpersonal skills.  Preferred: a) MA in
conservation or equivalent; b) Courses in photography, photographic
history and/or book/paper conservation; c) Reading knowledge of min.
1 Western European language; d) Familiar with on-line databases.
Preference will be given to applications received before December
2000. Please submit your application to

    Karen Montag
    Senior Human Resources Specialist
    Getty Research Institute
    1200 Getty Center Drive
    Los Angeles, CA 90049.

No telephone calls, please. EOE.

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