Position at National Gallery of Art

Technician
Painting Conservation Department
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC

The technician is responsible for assisting staff painting
conservators using x-radiography, infrared reflectography, and
digital image processing. The technician is responsible for
monitoring, ordering and preparation of supplies, as well as
organization, maintenance and updating of technical files and
research related to works of art treated or examined by staff
conservators. The work also involves filing, typing, photocopying,
and computer database management.   The technician does not treat
art objects.  The position is intended to give preprogram experience
for individuals interested in applying to the conservation programs.

The NGA's Personnel Office is organizing the job search. Please see
the official Vacancy Announcement, number 03-53 for Museum
Technician (Art) GS-1016-07, on the Office of Personnel Management's
web site, <URL:http://www.usajobs.opm.gov>, or call 202-842-6283.
Applications must be received between 11 July 2003 and 01 August
2003 at the NGA's Personnel Office.  Do not send applications to the
conservation department.

Elizabeth Walmsley

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