Position at Texas A&M University

Conservator
Texas A&M University Libraries

Texas A&M University Libraries seeks a creative, energetic, and
dynamic professional to join the Texas A&M University Libraries as a
Conservator.  This clinical-track academic appointment carries a
full faculty status with responsibilities including professional
service to meet both the Libraries' and the University's
requirements for promotion.

The Conservator is responsible for the management of the Texas A&M
University Libraries conservation program for both special
collections/archives and general collections under the direction of
the Preservation Librarian.  Duties will include aiding in the
staffing, space, equipment, and supply needs for a new conservation
lab/preservation facility.  The Conservator will perform
conservation treatments on collection materials and prepare
materials for digitization and exhibits, make treatment decisions
and prioritizations, and develop workflows for the delivery of
materials to and from the conservation lab.  The Conservator will
educate on and raise awareness of conservation issues and concerns
with the Libraries' faculty and staff as well as work with the
Preservation Librarian on outreach to the campus and community.  The
individual will participate in committees, including the University
Libraries disaster recovery team, and administrative groups, as
appropriate.

For additional information and instruction on how to apply, see:

    <URL:http://library.tamu.edu/about/employment/faculty-positions/conservator-position-announcement.html>

The full position description can be found here:

    <URL:http://library.tamu.edu/about/employment/faculty-positions/conservator-position-description.html>

Applications received by June 19, 2014 will be given first
consideration.

Julie Mosbo
William and Susan Ouren Preservation Librarian
Preservation
Texas A&M University Libraries
5000 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843
979-845-3166


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