Position at Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research

Assistant Conservator
Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research

(Laboratory Technician IV, Position #45000298)

Position Description: The Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research
is currently accepting applications for an assistant conservator to
assist with the conservation of archaeological and historic objects
housed within the State's collection. These objects are comprised of
both organic and inorganic materials, and many were excavated from
either maritime or terrestrial environments. The assistant
conservator will work closely with the head conservator to clean,
stabilize and finish archaeological materials; identify artifact
types; monitor and maintain desalination tanks; document artifact
treatments; and track object location and treatment information via
department software.

The successful applicant will hold a Bachelor's degree in
conservation, anthropology, archaeology, art history, chemistry or a
related field. Some experience in archaeological conservation is
required, and familiarity with maritime conservation protocol and
object identification is preferred. Good communication and
interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and manual dexterity are
also highly desirable.

Base minimum salary: $27,867 up to $32,000, commiserate with
experience. Position is career service, and will include all State
holidays, paid vacation and sick time, as well as full health
benefit options. The conservation laboratory is located downtown
Tallahassee, FL.

The vacancy closing date:  Wednesday, January 25, 2012.

For more information and to apply, please see:

    <URL:http://jobs.myflorida.com/viewjob.html?refnode=2167886>

Queries may be forwarded to:

    J. Claire Tindal
    Archaeological Conservator
    Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research
    julia.tindal<-a t->dos< . >myflorida< . >com

Claire Tindal
Conservator
Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research
R.A. Gray Building, Conservation Lab GR-15
500 S. Bronough St.
Tallahassee, FL 32399
850-245-6323

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