Position at Queens

Conservation science position
(Sabbatical replacement)
Art Conservation Program, Department of Art
Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

The Department of Art at Queen's University is inviting applications
for a four-month sabbatical replacement position in conservation
science in the Art Conservation Program, from September 1, 2010 to
December 31, 2010. We are looking for an experienced individual with
a demonstrated commitment to excellence in conservation with
particular expertise in conservation science. This position involves
delivery of lectures in graduate-level courses, the supervision of
seminars and research projects for graduate students in art
conservation and the supervision of the conservation science
laboratory. Course details are listed below.

The successful candidate will hold an MSc degree, or preferably a
PhD, in one of the sciences or engineering disciplines with
additional research experience in conservation science. Some
administrative experience would also be an asset in addition to
Canadian certification as an x-ray fluorescence user.

The Art Conservation program offers a Master of Art Conservation
degree (MAC) and interacts with fine arts (BFA) and art history (BA,
MA, PhD) programs, all within the Department of Art.  Further
information may be obtained at

    <URL:http://www.queensu.ca/art>

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals.
Queen's is committed to employment equity and diversity in the
workplace, and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities,
aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any
sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent
residents of Canada will be given priority.

Academic professionals at Queen's University are governed by the
Collective Agreement between the Queen's University Faculty
Association (QUFA) and the University, which is posted at

    <URL:http://www.qufa.ca>

A candidate qualified to teach may be considered for appointment to
a Term Adjunct position as defined by the Collective Agreement for
All Faculty, Librarians and Archivist between QUFA and Queen's
University. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Collective
Agreement, and appointments are subject to funding or enrolment
criteria.

Applications should include a complete and current curriculum vitae,
letters of reference from two (2) referees, and any other relevant
materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration (e.g.
letter of intent, teaching dossier, etc). Please arrange to have
applications and supporting letters sent directly to:

    Dr. Clive Robertson
    Acting Head, Department of Art
    Queen's University
    Kingston, Ontario K7L3N6
    Canada

Applications will be received until May 28, 2010

Inquiries regarding this position can be addressed to

    Professor Krysia Spirydowicz
    Director of the Art Conservation Program
    spirydow<-at->queensu<.>ca:

Course details

  ARTC-801
  Conservation Principles

    A general survey course dealing with various aspects of
    conservation and museology. The course deals with professional
    ethics, control of the factors causing deterioration and with
    preventive conservation including care in handling, transporting
    and storing cultural property. Half course; 1 term-hour; fall
    and winter; 25% teaching responsibility. Expected enrollment:
    12.

  ARTC-808
  Instrumental Methods of Analysis

    This course is designed to give an understanding of selected
    instrumental methods of analysis used in art conservation.
    Aspects covered include the fundamental principles underlying
    the techniques, the instrumentation, and the practical
    applications and limitations. The principles of colour and light
    will also be covered. There will be lectures and laboratory
    demonstrations. Half course; three term-hours; fall; 100%
    teaching responsibility. Expected enrollment: 11.

  ARTC-898
  Research Project

    Research will be carried out in consultation with and under the
    guidance of the instructor.Each student will conduct a research
    project and produce a written report. Students will need to
    obtain the instructor's permissionto pursueresearch in an area
    relevant to the field of art conservation.The course will
    include oral presentations and formal reports. Half course;
    seminar format; fall; on campus; 100% supervisory
    responsibility. Expected enrollment: 11.

Krysia Spirydowicz
Director and Associate Professor
Art Conservation Program

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