Position at LACMA

Assistant Conservator, Objects Conservation Laboratory
Conservation Center
Los Angeles County Museum of Art

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art invites applications from
qualified objects conservators for a full time position in the
Conservation Center. The assistant conservator works collaboratively
with the entire conservation staff in all aspects of the care and
preservation of the museum's encyclopedic collection of artwork
dating from antiquity to the present.  The successful candidate
should have a strong affinity for the treatment of contemporary art,
and in particular with the care and maintenance of Time Based Media.

Experience with the installation and de-installation of exhibitions
and larger projects such as maintenance of outdoor sculptures is
desired. Furthermore, the successful candidate should be proficient
in English and willing to have a flexible work schedule to allow
frequent national and international travel.  Active involvement in
professional groups such as AIC, ICOM-CC or ICC is also desirable.

Candidates will be considered who have graduated from a recognized
conservation training program, with a specialization in objects
conservation, or who have similar training or experience.  Further
postgraduate work and/or several years employment in conservation is
strongly suggested.  The candidate should possess a demonstrated
ability to treat a wide variety of three-dimensional objects, and
communicate effectively and work well with other museum personnel.

The salary range is competitive and includes benefits.  Qualified
applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae,
including a list of three professional references to:

    Mark Gilberg
    Director, Conservation Center
    mgilberg<-a t->lacma< . >org

Only email submissions will be accepted.  Position will remain open
until filled.

Mark Gilberg MS, PhD
Suzanne D. Booth and David D. Booth
Conservation Center Director
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-857-4750
Mobile 602-757-1161


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