Position at Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland

Paper conservator
Dick Peddie and McKay Collection Project
Salary range UKP13,000 - UKP23,381  (F grade)

Applications are invited for the fixed term appointment of a paper
conservator for the Dick Peddie and McKay Drawings Collection
Project within the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical
Monuments of Scotland <URL:http://www.rcahms.gov.uk>. The project
aims to catalogue and conserve this collection of architects' papers
for the National Monuments Record of Scotland and is sponsored by
the Heritage Lottery Fund.

RCAHMS is a public body that compiles and maintains the national
collection of architectural and archaeological archives of Scotland
in the NMRS. RCAHMS provides a challenging and stimulating working
environment, committed to public accessibility and service.

This is a fixed term appointment for 12 months, renewable for up to
3 years.  Starting salary will depend on qualifications and
experience. RCAHMS is an equal opportunities employer and operates a
no-smoking policy within its building.

The successful candidate should have a qualification/degree in
archive or paper conservation and relevant practical experience (a
minimum of 2 years is desirable). You will be self-motivated and
have the ability to work independently, undertaking a detailed paper
conservation programme. Communications skills are essential, both
orally and in writing, as well as good inter-personal skills.
Familiarity with information technology is also advantageous.

For further details please contact:

    Mrs Diana Burton
    RCAHMS
    John Sinclair House
    16 Bernard Terrace
    Edinburgh EH8 9NX
    +44 131 662 1456
    Fax: +44 131 662 1477
    personnel [at] rcahms__gov__uk

Application forms should be returned by 29 August 2001

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