Position at Leather Conservation Centre

Book Conservator
The Leather Conservation Centre

Short term contract (with future possibility of long term or
permanent part time position) Flexible working arrangements

Salary up to UKP25,125 pro rata

The Leather Conservation Centre based in Northampton, UK, has a
vacancy for a   Book Conservator to carry out conservation on a wide
range of binding styles on behalf of private and corporate clients.

Working as part of the small team at The Centre you will be required
to propose, estimate and carry out conservation treatments with
minimal supervision. You will be able to manage your work to ensure
that estimates and deadlines are met, communicate effectively with
colleagues, clients and visitors, and be able to keep clear,
detailed and accurate records of all treatments undertaken. You may
be required undertake work on site periodically and supervise
students and interns as part of the teaching role of the Centre.

There will be opportunities for the successful applicant to gain
knowledge and experience within the wider field of leather
conservation and to assist in research.  The Centre is currently
undertaking major research into acid deterioration of leather.

In addition, we are looking for candidates with:

    A recognised book conservation qualification and a minimum of 3
    years relevant experience

    Demonstrated knowledge of current book conservation techniques
    and an understanding of a range of historical bookbinding
    structures

    Demonstrated knowledge of the chemical and physical causes of
    deterioration of archive materials, especially books and their
    treatment

    A willingness to keep up to date with innovations in
    conservation and to develop your professional skills

    The ability to work independently and as part of a team, as
    required

    Good communication and administrative skills including computer
    literacy

ICON Accreditation or working towards accreditation is desirable

Please send CV and covering letter by 19 March 2010 to

    Yvette A Fletcher BA Hons, MA, ACR
    Head of Conservation
    The Leather Conservation Centre
    University Campus
    Boughton Green Road
    Northampton NN2 6QE

The Centre  is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes
applicants from all sections of the community.

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