Fellowship at National Air and Space Museum

Engen Conservation Fellowship - Objects Conservation
Smithsonian, National Air and Space Museum

Fellowship appointments are for 1 year, with a 1 year potential
renewal. They commence in the fall and include a $37,000 stipend,
with additional funds for relocation, research related expenses,
conference registration and travel in addition to 3,000 for medical
insurance.  The fellowships will take place at the Emil Buehler
Conservation Laboratory in the Udvar Hazy Center in Chantilly VA.

October 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016
Funded amount: $ 37,000.00
Deadline for application: March 1, 2015

There is limited public transportation to the Udvar Hazy Center--a
car is most ideal for this position.

The National Air and Space Museum holds over 60,000 artifacts
representing three centuries of aerospace history from 18th century
ballooning to current spacecraft.  While NASM is best known for the
collection of rare and historically significant aircraft and
spacecraft, these artifacts represent less than one percent of the
entire collection.  The collection also includes 5000 works of art,
spacesuits, engines, textiles, toys and much more.  The fellowship
will introduce the candidate to a wide range of composite objects,
metals, organic materials and painted surfaces.

The fellow's independent research will be derived from the diverse
collection materials.  Fellows will be encouraged to publish or
present their research at the end of their tenure.  Access to other
Smithsonian conservators, conservation scientists and analytical
capabilities at the Museum Conservation Institute (MCI) will also be
available.

The fellowship is intended to contribute to the education of recent
graduates by allowing them to continue research into traditional
historic objects and delve into the complexities of working with
modern composite materials.

Candidate Qualifications:

    The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in conservation
    from a recognized program and be able to conduct research
    independently. The candidate should have knowledge of ethical
    and professional principles and concepts related to the
    preservation of objects in a wide variety of media and knowledge
    of the theories, principles, techniques, practices, and
    methodologies used to examine, study, treat, and preserve
    historic objects.

    Applicants should have a proven record of research, writing
    ability, and proficient English language skills (written and
    spoken).  Finalists will be invited for an interview and asked
    to submit a portfolio.

Application materials required:

    A brief research proposal.  The research proposal can be related
    to collection materials or an evaluation of a treatment process
    (no more than 2 pages, 12 point font).  Please include a budget
    request for research related expenses, and conference
    registration.  The maximum research allowance is $5,000.

    Curriculum vitae including basic biographical information with
    current and permanent addresses, telephone numbers, and email
    address

    Unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate
    courses of academic study.  Please send an explanation of the
    evaluation system if your transcript is from outside the United
    States.

    Two references from conservation professionals familiar with the
    candidate's work

    Fellowships are awarded without regard to age, sex, race, or
    nationality of the applicant

Applications are submitted through the Smithsonian Online Academic
Appointment System (SOLAA)

    <URL:https://solaa.si.edu/solaa/SOLAAHome.html>

Select the "Engen Conservation Fellowship" listed under the National
Air and Space Museum to submit your application materials.

For questions about this opportunity please contact Malcolm Collum,
Chief Conservator at collumm<-at->si<.>edu.  We are excited about the
opportunity to prove a fellowship experience and look forward to
receiving your application materials.


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