Subject: Position at Art Institute of Chicago
Collections Conservator Ryerson and Burnham Libraries The Art Institute of Chicago The Art Institute of Chicago is seeking a qualified candidate who will work with the Executive Director of Libraries and the library staff to establish policies, priorities and procedures for preservation of Libraries' collections. Establishes standards and specifications for conservation work. Performs conservation procedures on Library collections to enhance usability and preservation. Advises and works with curatorial departments on book and object conservation and display. A Successful Candidate will have Graduate degree from a recognized conservation training or book arts program with a minimum five years post-graduate experience in bookbinding and conservation, or equivalent advanced formal training with extensive experience in book conservation. Knowledge of preservation theory, standards and ethics of conservation practice, and art historiography is required. Must possess excellent communication skills and an ability to work collegially with library, curatorial, and museum conservation staff. Must have supervisory experience and the ability to prioritize and direct workflow required. To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to The Art Institute of Chicago 111 S. Michigan Employment Services MC/028 Chicago IL 60603 Fax: 312-857-0141 aic.jobs [at] artic__edu The Art Institute of Chicago is an equal opportunity, equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. *** Conservation DistList Instance 19:56 Distributed: Friday, May 19, 2006 Message Id: cdl-19-56-018 ***Received on Thursday, 18 May, 2006