Position at University of Pennsylvania

Objects conservator
The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and
    Anthropology (Penn Museum)

The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and
Anthropology (Penn Museum) is seeking to hire an Objects Conservator
to join our (currently) two member lab.

Duties The Conservator is responsible for conservation of artifacts
from the Museum's collections. The primary duties include treatment
of artifacts, researching conservation materials and techniques,
providing conservation input with regard to selecting, mounting, and
displaying artifacts for exhibit. Other duties include conducting
training sessions on object handling for staff, work-study students,
and volunteers; assist with conservation oversight of galleries and
storage; and provide advice on conservation issues for colleagues,
students, and the general public. This is a three-year term funded
position.

Qualifications The candidate must be a graduate of a recognized
Masters level conservation training program with at least two to
three years of professional experience or equivalent combination of
education and work experience, preferably in a similar institution.
Must have excellent organizational skills and exceptional written
and verbal competency. Must be able to undertake moderate to heavy
lifting, climb ladders, use small tools and may be exposed to
chemicals. Candidate will uphold collegial and collaborative working
relationships with conservation staff and other departments.

Special Requirements  Background Check Required

The position is benefits eligible; salary is commensurate with
experience.

The University of Pennsylvania is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer.

You must apply online at

  <URL:https://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/
    applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1282311349402>

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Please include a cover letter and a resume with contact information
for three professional references

Lynn A Grant
Head Conservator
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
3260 South St
Philadelphia, PA  19143
215-898-2787


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