Position at National Museum of Iceland

Archaeological conservator
The National Museum of Iceland

The National Museum of Iceland is soliciting applicants in
archaeological conservation to join the Conservation Department for
a period of 6 months or longer from September 1 2010 or by
agreement.

Responsibilities: Treatment of archaeological finds including iron,
copper alloy, ceramic, glass, leather, bone and wood.

Other activities: Active and passive conservation of museum
collection including cleaning, recording, investigating,
stabilisation, and documentation of objects. Preparation of
exhibitions, consulting for other museums.

Qualification:

    The candidate should have a university degree in conservation
    (M.Sc or B.Sc) with specialization in archaeological objects or
    experience in that field

    Experience required in conservation of archaeological material,
    both organic and mineral

    The candidate should be fluent in English, both written and
    spoken language

    Computer knowledge is necessary: Office Windows programs,
    Photoshop, as well as basic knowledge in digital photography

    The candidate should demonstrate good abilities in working in a
    team as well as independence in his own work

The conservator will work closely with the leader of the
Conservation Department.

Working Place: Conservation Department in Kopavogur, Iceland.

Application Deadline : 15 August 2010.

Salary: Depending on education and experience, approx.
265-000-300.000 ISK/month (exchange rate in Iceland in July2010: 157
ISK/EUR).

Further information on the museum

    <URL:http://www.thjodminjasafn.is>

Enquiries and application (c.v., letter of motivation, referees)
should be sent to

    Anna Lisa Runarsdottir
    Head of Research and Collections
    anna.lisa<-at->thjodminjasafn<.>is
    +354 5302200
    Fax: +354 5302201
    Mobile: +354 8242031

Anna Lisa Runarsdottir
Head of Research and Collections
National Museum of Iceland
Sudurgata 43
IS-101 Reykjavik
Iceland

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