Position at Lambeth Palace Library

Book and Paper Conservators (2 positions)
Lambeth Palace Library
London

UKP27,160 - UKP29,510 p.a.

Permanent
Full time

Lambeth Palace Library is the historic library and archive of the
Archbishops of Canterbury and the principal library and record
office for the history of the Church of England. The Library's rich
collections focus on ecclesiastical history, but are also important
for an immense variety of topics, such as architecture, colonial
history, local history and genealogy.

We have two roles for book and paper conservators to work in the
newly refurbished conservation studio set in the historic Morton 's
Tower.

You will manage, apportion and undertake hands-on work in all
aspects of archive and book conservation, including historic
manuscripts, maps and bound volumes for the 3 stake-holders in this
consortium position: Lambeth Palace Library, Westminster Abbey
Library and Monuments, and CERC.

You should have a recognised qualification in paper conservation,
along with significant post-graduate practical experience and
excellent craft skills in the conservation of paper, parchment,
seals, books and works of art on paper. You should also have strong
project management skills and a track record of successfully
completing high-quality conservation projects on time and to budget.

To apply, please visit

    <URL:http://www.prospect-us.co.uk/job/c2216-291-1>

or call +44 844 880 5154 quoting ref: C2216 291 1

Project Conservator
UKP23,190 - UKP24,690 p.a.
Full time (part time considered)
15-month fixed term contract
Lambeth Palace, London

Assisting in undertaking the conservation of historic books (text
blocks and bindings) as well as paper and parchment archives, you
will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records of
procedures and materials, and keeping time sheets for each.

You should have a recognised qualification in paper and/or book
conservation, along with significant post graduate practical
experience. Excellent craft skills in book and archive conservation
and good IT skills are essential.

To apply, please visit

    <URL:http://www.prospect-us.co.uk/job/c2216-291-2>

or call +44 844 880 5154 quoting ref: C2216 291 2.

Candidates may apply for one or both positions.

For further information about the Library, please visit our website:
<URL:http://www.lambethpalacelibrary.org>

Closing date: Friday, 17 August 2012
Interviews: 11-12 September 2012


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