Position at Etherington Conservation Services

Paper Conservator
Etherington Conservation Services

Etherington Conservation Services invites applicants for the
position of Paper Conservator at either the Assistant or Associate
level. The individual will join the four-member staff of the Paper
and Photograph Conservation Department. The opening is a full-time
position in our conservation facility in Browns Summit, North
Carolina, USA.

Responsibilities: The Paper Conservator is responsible for the
identification and treatment of a wide variety of artifacts: art on
paper, archival documents, and oversize materials. The candidate
must have excellent manual skills and knowledge of conservation
theory and standards of practice.

Qualifications: Master's degree from a recognized conservation
training program or equivalent professional training and experience
treating works on paper is required.  Good organizational and verbal
skills and an ability to work in a group environment are necessary.

Skills should include:

     Precision hand-skills

     Excellent communication skills

     Ability to treat fragile, oversized, and historically valuable
     objects

     Ability to work efficiently while maintaining conservation
     standards

     Ability to work in a group environment

     Ability to meet deadlines and assist in coordinating projects

Salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits package provided.

If selected for an interview, the applicant is expected to present a
portfolio of completed projects during the interview process.

Please send resume and three references to:

    Michael K. Lee
    Director of Conservation
    Etherington Conservation Services
    PO Box 640
    6204 Corporate Park Drive
    Browns Summit, North Carolina 27214-9745
    U.S.A.
    336-665-1317
    Fax: 336-931-0711
    mlee [at] thehfgroup__com

The position will remain open until filled.

Etherington Conservation Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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