Positions at American Research Centre in Egypt (ARCE)

Assistant Project Conservators (2 positions)
American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE), based in Luxor

Contract Positions: approximately January 1, 2012 - June 30, 2012
with the possibility of an additional season from the Fall 2012 -
June 30, 2013

Conservation of Tomb 110

    ARCE is seeking an assistant project conservator to join the
    conservation team based in Luxor, Egypt. The position involves
    an advanced training program for Egyptian conservators and
    collaborative work on the excavation and conservation of a tomb
    in South Assasif, Luxor. Tomb #110 is that of Djehuti, the Royal
    Butler to Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III of the 18th Dynasty. The
    assistant project conservator position is full-time and he/she
    will report to ARCE's Chief Conservator and Associate Director
    in Luxor.

    The assistant project conservator will have a wide range of
    duties which includes, but is not limited to, the following:

        Assist the Associate Director and Chief Conservator in the
        training and supervisory aspects of the ongoing conservation
        work, including but not limited to classroom instruction and
        translation, practical conservation and training and other
        projects as needed.

        Be present during the initial excavation of Tomb 110 and
        cooperate with the archaeologists who will be excavating the
        tomb.--Advise archaeologists and Egyptologists on any
        immediate conservation needs.

        Encourage ongoing cooperation between the archaeologists and
        conservators working on the project.

        Manage a team of Egyptian conservators with a range of
        practical ability.

        Assess structural stabilization needs for the tomb and
        implement the necessary measures.--Coordinate with the
        Associate Director and Chief Conservator in documenting,
        photographing, mapping and cataloging the ongoing
        conservation work

        Coordinate with the Associate Director and Chief Conservator
        for ordering, inventorying and storage of the materials
        associated with the projects.

        Perform or assist in the preparation of condition, progress
        reports and final reports.

        Conduct or assist in research.

        Implement or assist with associated project activities.

        Perform other duties as assigned.

    Necessary Qualifications:

        A master's degree from a recognized conservation training
        program, or an equivalent combination of education and
        experience

        Experience in stone, plaster and wall painting conservation

        Previous conservation experience working in the field

        Previous experience supervising a team of conservators

        Advanced examination, treatment, research, writing,
        documentation, and computer skills

        Knowledge of basic health and safety measures

        Good communication skills

        Ability to work well with others

        Ability to discuss and coordinate decisions with the ARCE
        conservation staff and Egyptians working on the project

        Respect and patience for cultural differences

        Ability to be physically mobile (climb scaffolding, etc.)
        and lift equipment and materials necessary for the
        conservation work

Conservation of The Temple of Isis
Deir El Shelwit

    ARCE is seeking an assistant project conservator to join the
    conservation team based in Luxor, Egypt. The position involves
    an advanced training program for Egyptian conservators and
    collaborative work on the conservation of the Temple of Isis at
    Deir el Shelwit in Luxor. The Temple Complex was possibly
    started during the XXX th Dynasty and the Temple of Isis dates
    to the reigns of Roman emperors Hadrian and Antoninus Pius
    (117-161 AD). The assistant project conservator positions are
    full-time and he/she will report to ARCE's Chief Conservator and
    Associate Director in Luxor.

    The assistant project conservators will have a wide range of
    duties which include, but are not limited to, the following:

        Assist the Associate Director and Chief Conservator in the
        training and supervisory aspects of the ongoing conservation
        work, including but not limited to classroom instruction and
        translation, practical conservation and training and other
        projects as needed.

        Cooperate with a second assistant project conservator for
        the work in the Temple.

        Develop a conservation work plan and schedule based on some
        initial testing that was conducted in the Temple of Isis
        during the fall of 2011.

        Manage a team of Egyptian conservators with a range of
        practical ability.

        Coordinate with the Associate Director and Chief Conservator
        in documenting, photographing, mapping and cataloging the
        ongoing conservation work.

        Coordinate with the Associate Director and Chief Conservator
        for ordering, inventorying and storage of the materials
        associated with the project.

        Perform or assist in the preparation of condition, progress
        reports and final reports.

        Conduct or assist in research.

        Implement or assist with associated project activities.

        Perform other duties as assigned.

    Necessary Qualifications:

        A master's degree from a recognized conservation training
        program, or an equivalent combination of education and
        experience

        Experience in stone, plaster and wall painting conservation

        Previous conservation experience working in the field

        Previous experience supervising a team of conservators

        Advanced examination, treatment, research, writing,
        documentation, and computer skills

        Knowledge of basic health and safety measures

        Good communication skills

        Ability to work well with others

        Ability to discuss and coordinate decisions with the ARCE
        conservation staff and Egyptians working on the project

        Respect and patience for cultural differences

        Ability to be physically mobile (climb scaffolding, etc.)
        and lift equipment and materials necessary for the
        conservation work

Benefits package is available and salary is commensurate with
experience.

To apply for either position, please send a CV, letter of interest
and salary history via email to:

     Christie Pohl
     Chief Conservator
     ARCE Luxor
     cpohl<-a t->arce< . >org

Positions will be opened until filled.

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