Position at Historic Scotland

Painting Conservator (Band C)
Historic Scotland
Fixed Term Appointment

Applications are invited for the above post in Historic Scotland's
Technical Conservation Research and Education Division.  You will be
based at The Historic Scotland Conservation Centre at South Gyle,
Edinburgh.

You will be involved in the conservation of structural paintings in
the form of ceiling/wall paintings of various periods/styles and
techniques; research and investigation into interior decorative
schemes of historic or architectural importance; the treatment of
plaster.  Also maintaining records of methods and materials used,
the sequence and results of treatments employed and compilation of
final illustrated reports etc. both working as an individual as well
as part of a team.

Ideally you will have a recognised qualification in conservation or
be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in conservation
practices, and have considerable experience of conservation
projects. Experience of working on painted timbers and plaster would
be a distinct advantage.  An ability to work at heights and a
willingness to work away from home is also required. A car user is
essential.

Salary is performance related and is in the Band C range #16,480 to
#23,454 (pay award pending).  This is an 18 month fixed term
appointment with the possibility of extension.

For further details and an application form please write to

    Historic Scotland Personnel Unit, Room 3.10
    Longmore House
    Salisbury Place
    Edinburgh EH9 1SH
    +44 131 668 8641
    hs.recruit [at] scotland__gov__uk

quoting reference HS/03/039

Closing date for completed applications is October 15, 2003.

Historic Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Ministers
and is an equal opportunities employer.

Michael Pearce
Historic Scotland


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