Positions in central England

Assistant Conservator, easel painting
Assistant Conservator, easel paintings (Flexible Part Time)

Two positions in independent paintings conservation studio, Central
England

The studio has been established over 20 years and is listed on the
Conservation Register of the UK Institute of Conservation.  The
location is semi-rural with good transport links to major centres.
The studio offers museum standard conservation to a client base of
mainly institutions and private owners.

Job Description: There are two opportunities one of which is full
time.  The other is part time and offers completely flexible working
with hours to suit.  The successful candidates will be actively
involved in all aspects of the practical conservation and
restoration of easel paintings.  Additional responsibilities include
documentation, organisation of transport and stock control of
materials.  For the right candidates there will be opportunities to
apply and extend an interest or previous experience in the following
fields:

    Examination of paint cross-sections and pigment analysis by
    polarizing light microscopy.

    Electronic databases for surveys

    Digital photography

Qualifications: You should have a high level of practical skills and
experience of treating a wide range of paintings.  You should have a
recognised post-graduate qualification in the conservation of easel
paintings.  Ideally you should be PACR Accredited or working towards
Professional Accreditation.  The studio actively supports
application for Accreditation by its employees.  You must be an EU
National or in possession of a current permit to work in the UK.

Salary: Competitive salaries will be offered based on the successful
candidates' qualifications and experience.

Application: Please submit a CV with a letter of application stating
your current salary and which post you are interested in to Ruth
Bubb <ruth [at] ruthbubb__co__uk>

Closing date 30 September 2007


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