Position at University of Aberdeen

Museum Conservator
Library and Historic Collections
University of Aberdeen
Museum Conservator

Full-time
Closing Date: 7 Apr 2014

The University of Aberdeen requires a qualified artefact conservator
to develop and manage an efficient and effective conservation
service for its museums and to help formulate and deliver programmes
of collections care.  You will help assess needs and develop
conservation programmes in collaboration with colleagues in the
university and other stakeholders.

You will have a good degree in a relevant subject and have practical
experience of working with relevant collections, ideally being an
ICON Accredited Conservator.  You will have excellent interpersonal,
communication, organisational and ICT skills.

Supervision and line management reporting will be to the Head of
Museums.  Overall supervision is effected by informal meetings and
frequent individual contact as necessary by the Head of Museums.
There are regular Museums and Library, Special Collections and
Museums team meetings.  The post is primarily based in Marischal
College, though with work also taking place elsewhere in the
University.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 salary scale
(UKP25,759 - UKP28,972) with placement according to qualifications
and experience.  This post is available until 31 January 2015 to
undertake the activities of a staff member taking a period of leave.

This post is not on the current "shortage occupation" list and does
not meet the minimum qualification requirements as issued by the
Border and Immigration Agency therefore it will not qualify for a
work permit.  Unfortunately we are unable to consider applications
from candidates for this post who require a work permit to work in
the UK.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to

    Neil Curtis Head of Museums +44 1224 274304
    neil.curtis<-a t->abdn< . >ac< . >uk

Please do not send CV's or applications forms to the library or Mr
Curtis.

Online application forms and further information is available at

    <URL:http://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs>

Please quote reference LIB091A on all correspondence.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 7 April 2014.

Interviews for this post will take place on 1 May 2014.

The University pursues a policy of equal opportunities in the
appointment and promotion of staff.


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