Position at British Postal Museum and Archive

Assistant Paper Conservator
British Postal Museum and Archive (BPMA)
London  UKP24,000 - UKP28,000

The British Postal Museum and Archive (BPMA)
<URL:http://www.postalheritage.org.uk/> is seeking an enthusiastic
paper conservator to support the Conservator and Preservation
Manager, assisting with a varied programme of practical paper
conservation of archive and artwork material, as well as preventive
conservation. This exciting new role needs a self-motivated,
committed team-player who can adapt to the varying demands of this
busy studio, bringing both hands-on experience and a thoughtful
approach to delivery.

You will need excellent practical and reporting skills along with
the ability to produce high quality work within agreed deadlines.
You will have a recognised Postgraduate qualification in paper
conservation with at least five years practical experience and be
able to demonstrate good working knowledge of health and safety
requirements. Membership of a professional conservation body is
essential. The BPMA is committed to help the postholder work towards
accreditation from the Institute of Conservation.

The British Postal Museum and Archive (BPMA) combines an Archive and
Museum Collection, filled with unique items from over 360 years of
the British postal service. Together they illuminate the key role
that the postal service has played in the development of society -
from transport and roads to employment and family life.

For an application pack please visit
<URL:http://www.crsearchandselection.com/crss-bpma> or contact

    Andrew Stubbs
    CR Search and Selection
    40 Rosebery Avenue
    London EC1R 4RX
    +44 20 7520 2205
    andrew<-a t->crsearchandselection< . >com

Closing date: 23 September 2005. Panel Interviews: w/c 10 October
2005.

The British Postal Museum and Archive is committed to providing
equal opportunities in employment.


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