Position at National Gallery of Art

Scientist
National Gallery of Art

The National Gallery of Art is pleased to announce the establishment
of a Scientist position, which has been made possible through the
generous support of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The Gallery is
seeking applications from qualified candidates to conduct research
on photographic materials in support of the newly established
Photograph Conservation Department and the Gallery's expanding
acquisition, exhibition, and educational programs. The scientist
will work closely with Gallery scientists to identify research
priorities related to the Gallery's photograph collections,
collaborating with Gallery conservators, curators, other Gallery
staff, and partner institutions to advance scientific and historical
scholarship related to the science and conservation of photographic
materials.

Eligibility: Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent
residents with a Ph.D. or equivalent training in one of the physical
sciences, preferably chemistry, with prior experience and
well-developed knowledge of the use of spectroscopic techniques,
especially X-ray fluorescence spectrometry and Fourier-transform
infrared spectrometry. Experience in gas chromatography,
high-performance liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and other
methods for scientific analysis of compounds and related materials
found in works of art is also highly desirable. Candidates must
demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills; those
with hands-on experience in traditional chemical methods of
photography are preferred.

Application Procedure: Interested Candidates must provide the
following materials:

    A curriculum vitae with basic biographical information, current
    and permanent addresses, telephone numbers, a description of
    current and previous scientific experience, and three references
    with contact information.

    A statement, not to exceed 1000 words, of interest and intent in
    applying for the position.

    Offprints of no more than four publications highlighting
    relevant experience

Formal applications and supporting materials must be transmitted via
email and sent by U.S. Postal Service or an express mail service for
delivery by no later than 14 May 2010 to:

    Michael Skalka, Conservation Administrator
    Conservation Division
    National Gallery of Art
    2000B South Club Drive
    Landover, MD 20785
    U.S.A.
    dcl<-at->nga<.>gov

Guidelines for electronic application submission may be obtained by
emailing Michael Skalka at the address above.

All applicants will be notified by 15 June 2010 of the decision of
the selection committee.

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