Internship at British Museum

Clothworkers' Foundation Internship in Conservation Science
Conservation and Scientific Research
The British Museum

Full time
Fixed Term 12 months
C2C

Application Deadline: 2 February 2015

This internship offers an exciting opportunity for a graduate or
researching a scientific discipline who wishes to develop a career
in conservation science in the cultural heritage sector and/or has
an interest or experience in the technology and conservation of
museum objects.  The internship will focus on aspects of the problem
of internal pollutants within the museum environment; however, the
intern will also gain an understanding of all aspects of the
department's work. Key areas of responsibility:

    To design and carry out conservation science-based research
    projects, working with other scientists, conservators and museum
    colleagues

    To select, acquire skills in, and apply, a range of analytical,
    monitoring and testing methods as required to conduct these
    projects

    To participate in the wider activities of the department,
    including contributing to the Museum's public programme, in
    order to fully understand the role of a museum scientist

Person Specification: The ideal candidate will have a degree or
equivalent in a scientific discipline, a high level of IT literacy
and previous experience working in a laboratory or research
environment.  Experience in undertaking research, specifically in
the analysis of indoor pollutants, organic or polymeric materials or
in the investigation of deterioration mechanisms would be
advantageous.  The applicant should be highly motivated and
enthusiastic with good interpersonal and written and oral
communication skills, and must be able to work well as part of a
team.

About the British Museum: Founded in 1753, the British Museum's
remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history
and culture.  With over 6 million visitors in 2013, the Museum is
the top visitor attraction in the UK, and its world-famous
collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, and
Egyptian mummies.  The Museum is an equal opportunity employer,
supports a diverse workplace and offers a competitive benefits
package including:

    Membership of the civil service pension scheme

    Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions

    Participate in private and public Museum activities, including
    talks by leading curators from around the world and
    behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for
    and manage their extraordinary collections

    Generous annual leave allowance

    Interest-free season ticket loan

    Child care voucher scheme

    Professional and personal development opportunities

    Employee Assistance Programme

    Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

If you are a positive individual, passionate about the Museum and
would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please
visit the website for further information and details on how to
apply

    <URL:https://www.britishmuseum.org/about_us/jobs.aspx>


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