Positions at National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside

Herbarium Conservator
Paper Conservators
Mount Cutter
National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NMGM)

National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NMGM)
<URL:http://www.nmgm.org.uk> is responsible for the management of 8
institutions containing outstanding collections of national
importance in the areas of art, history and science.

Applications are invited for the following positions within the
Paper Conservation Department.

1 year fixed term contract
Salary UKP18,000

NMGM is currently seeking a suitable candidate to undertake the
conservation of the Smith Herbarium, on loan from the Linnean
Society of London.  You will possess a conservation degree or
relevant conservation qualification. Experience in the conservation
of botany collections is desirable. Familiarity with the systems of
botanical nomenclature would be an advantage.  Well-developed
communication and organisational skills are essential, as is the
ability to work independently.

Paper Conservator (Archives)
7 month fixed term contract
Salary UKP15,000 pro rata

NMGM is looking for a Paper Conservator in the field of Archives
with the ability to undertake work of a high order.  You will work
on an exciting range of items from NMGM's collections within a busy
conservation section. You will have a degree and/or an equivalent
qualification in the Conservation of Archives.  In addition, you
should have good organisational abilities and communication skills.

Paper Conservator (Fine Art on Paper)
5 month fixed term contract--Maternity Cover
Salary UKP15,000 pro rata

We are looking for a Paper Conservator in the field of Fine Art on
Paper to work on an exciting range of items from NMGM's collections.
Applicants should have a degree and/or an equivalent qualification
in the Conservation of Fine Art on Paper.  In addition, you should
have good organisational abilities and communication skills.

Conservation Mount Cutter
Established
Salary UKP11,500 - UKP14,420

To be the successful candidate you will have five GCSEs or
equivalent, including English Language and 4 years experience in an
associated area of work (including training).  A qualification in a
relevant field of practical conservation is desirable.  You will
have excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.  A
systematic and well-ordered approach is essential for this position.
You will have good communication skills, and the ability to work
independently and to deadlines.  Computer literacy would be
desirable.  Ideally, you will have experience in mount cutting,
although full training will be provided.

For further details and an application form, please send a postcard
with your name and address to

    NMGM, Human Resources Department
    PO Box 33
    127 Dale Street
    Liverpool L69 3LA

Alternatively, you may request details from humanresources [at] nmgm__org.
Please state clearly, the post for which you are applying. The
closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9th November
2001.

NMGM is working towards equality of opportunity in all that we do.

Vicky Gregory
Human Resources Department
+44 151 478 4696
Ext. 4696


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