Positions at National Museums of Scotland

Paper Conservator
Assistant Textile Conservator
National Museums of Scotland
<URL:http://www.nms.ac.uk>

Paper Conservator
UKP21,375 - UKP26,512 per annum (one year fixed term contract)

    We are seeking an excellent practical conservator for a period
    of one year, to understanding of materials and treatments, be
    able to work on a diverse range of works of art on paper, and
    will be informed and knowledgeable about professional
    conservation issues. You will have a degree (or equivalent) in a
    relevant subject, plus a professional paper conservation
    qualification and at least two years' relevant work experience.
    A good communicator and team member, you will be organised,
    methodical, adept at problem solving, and will have good ICT
    skills.

    Closing date: 23 September 2005

    For further information and an application pack, please
    telephone +44 131 247 4094 (answerphone) or email
    applications<-a t->nms< . >ac< . >uk stating reference number NMS05/37.
    Interviews are likely to be held in week commencing 10 October
    2005.

Assistant Textile Conservator
UKP18,741 - UKP23,245 per annum
(initially one year fixed term contract)

    We are seeking an able practical conservator, initially for a
    period of one year, to support all aspects of the conservation
    of the textile and related collections, including loans and
    exhibitions. You will have a theoretical understanding of
    materials and treatments, and will be aware of professional
    conservation issues and best practice. With a degree (or
    equivalent) in a relevant subject, you will also have a
    professional conservation qualification and at least six months'
    relevant work experience. You will be adept at problem solving,
    able to manage your time and work, alone or with others, to meet
    deadlines, and will have good communication and ICT skills.

    Closing date: 30 September 2005

    For further information and an application pack, please
    telephone +44 131 247 4094 (answerphone) or email
    applications<-a t->nms< . >ac< . >uk stating reference number NMS05/38.
    Interviews are likely to be held in week commencing 24 October
    2005.

An Equal Opportunities Employer

Helene Telford
Human Resources Manager
National Museums of Scotland
Chambers Street
Edinburgh EH1 1JF
+44 131 247 4223
Fax: +44 131 247 4314


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