Positions at Queens

Assistant Professor of Painting Conservation
Art Conservation Program
Dept. of Art, Queen's University

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in the
conservation of paintings in the Art Conservation program, to
commence 1 July 2005.  We seek an outstanding individual with a
demonstrated commitment to excellence in research and teaching, and
with particular expertise in the conservation of paintings.  This
position involves the supervision of graduate students in practical
conservation and research, and lecturing in the history, technology,
and conservation of paintings.  Research and publications are also
expected. The successful candidate will hold at least a master's
degree (or equivalent) in art conservation with a specialization in
the conservation of paintings, and will have significant experience
in conservation practice and demonstrated teaching and research
abilities.  Experience in the conservation of contemporary art is an
asset, as also is some administrative experience.  This appointment
will be made at the rank of assistant professor, and salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Art Conservation program offers a Master of Art Conservation
degree (MAC) and interacts with fine arts (BFA) and art history (BA,
MA, PhD) programs, all within the Department of Art. Further
information may be obtained from
<URL:http://qsilver.queensu.ca/arth/>

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals.
Queen's is committed to employment equity and diversity in the
workplace, and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities,
aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any
sexual orientation or gender identity.  All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent
residents of Canada will be given priority.  Academic staff at
Queen's University are governed by a Collective Agreement between
the Queen's University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the
University, the details of which are posted at
<URL:http://www.queensu.ca/qufa>

A letter of application, a full curriculum vitae, a statement of
research program, copies of major publications, any other relevant
materials, and three letters of reference (posted separately by the
referees), should be sent to:

    Dr John Osborne, Head
    Dept. of Art
    Queen's University
    Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6

Review of applications will commence on February 14th, 2005.


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