Position at National Gallery of Victoria

Conservator, Paper and Photography
National Gallery of Victoria

Fixed term contract - 12 months
Part Time - 23 hours per week

VPS 3.1 $53,502 gross per annum + 9% superannuation

Closing date for applications:  16 March 2012

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is Australia's oldest and
pre-eminent public art gallery and possesses what is generally
acknowledged as the most outstanding collection of fine art in the
region and one that ranks with major collections throughout the
world.

The works of art on paper and photographic works are of exceptional
quality and span from the mid-15th century to present.  The
collections include artworks from a wide range of origins and
comprise of a diverse array of materials and techniques.  The
collection is displayed at two venues NGV Australia and NGV
International.  The Gallery also maintains an off-site store.

The NGV is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced candidate
for the position of Conservator, Paper and Photography.  This
position is an integral part of the NGV's Paper and Photography
conservation team. The Conservator, Paper and Photography will be
working on artwork from the Prints and Drawings, Photography, Asian,
Contemporary and ATSI (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander)
collections.

Applications must have a tertiary qualification from a recognised
art conservation training programme or equivalent, including
experience working in the examination and treatment of high value
photographic works and works of art on paper and paper-related
material.  Well developed practical skills are essential and the
ability to carry out complex treatments with limited supervision.  A
broad knowledge of materials and methods used in the construction of
works of art is required.  In addition, well-developed
interpersonal, communication and organisational skills are
essential.

Enquiries related to this position should be directed to

    Ruth Shervington
    Senior Conservator of Paper
    +61 3 8620 2119
    ruth.shervington<-at->ngv<.>vic<.>gov<.>au

To be eligible for appointment, you must be an Australian citizen or
eligible to work in Australia.  The successful applicant will be
subject to a probationary period of employment and a security check
will also apply.

For full application details and a copy of the role statement,
please refer to

    <URL:http://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/about-us>

Applications close 16 March 2012

Toby Miller
Conservation Administrative Coordinator
National Gallery of Victoria
180 St Kilda Road
Melbourne Vic 3004 Australia
+61 3 8620 2111
Fax: +61 3 8620 2505


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