Position at Art Institute of Chicago

Assistant Paper Conservator
The Art Institute of Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago seeks an Assistant Paper Conservator
with experience with Asian art on paper. Under the supervision of
the Head of Paper Conservation and the guidance of the Curator of
Asian Art, this person will provide ongoing care to works of art in
the Asian Art collection as well as some Western art on paper.
Duties include: examination, proposal and initiation of treatment of
works on paper and related materials including manuscripts, thankas,
works on palm leaf, hanging and hand scrolls, and Indian miniatures
from various centuries.  Responsible for the examination of works of
art for purchase consideration, acquisition, and special exhibition.
Qualified candidate must have a degree from a recognized
conservation training program or commensurate experience.  Must have
minimum of 4 years post-graduate experience and familiarity with the
conservation of Asian art on paper. Salary is commensurate with
experience. Full benefits provided.

Send letter and resume to

    The Art Institute of Chicago
    Employment Services MC/354PA
    111 S. Michigan
    Chicago 60603
    Fax: 312-857-0141,
    aic.jobs [at] artic__edu

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Harriet K. Stratis
Head of Paper Conservation
Conservator of Prints and Drawings
The Art Institute of Chicago
312-857-7662


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