Position at Etherington Conservation Services

Associate Paper/Photograph Conservator,
Etherington Conservation Services

Etherington Conservation Services invites applicants for the
position of Associate Paper and Photograph Conservator.  The
individual will join the three-member staff of the
Paper/Photographic Conservation Department and assist with
conservation treatments, examination, and preservation initiatives
of client organizations.  The opening is a full-time position in our
regional conservation facility in Browns Summit, North Carolina,
USA.

Responsibilities: The Associate Paper/Photograph Conservator is
responsible for the identification and treatment of a wide variety
of artifacts: art on paper, archival documents, and photographic
materials. The candidate must have excellent manual skills and be
capable of compiling time and cost estimates, as well as, condition
and treatment reports.  Professional interaction with clients is
expected.  The Associate Conservator will assist with the
supervision and training of technician-level staff members and
interns.

Qualifications: Master's degree from a recognized conservation
training program plus a minimum of five years post-graduate
experience or a comparable combination of professional training and
experience treating art on paper and photographic materials is
required.  Good organizational and verbal skills and an ability to
work collegially in a regional conservation environment are
necessary.  Knowledge of preservation theory, standards and ethics
of conservation practice is required.

Salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits package provided.

If selected for an interview, the applicant is expected to present a
portfolio of completed projects during the interview process.

Please send resume and three references to:

    Michael K. Lee
    Director of Conservation
    Etherington Conservation Services
    6204 Corporate Park Drive
    Browns Summit, North Carolina 27214
    U.S.A.
    336-665-1317
    Fax: 336-931-0711
    mlee<-a t->thehfgroup< . >com

Etherington Conservation Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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