Engen Conservation Fellowship

Engen Conservation Fellowship
Objects Conservation at the 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.

Start/end dates: October 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016

Funded amount: $ 37,000.00

Deadline for application: March 1, 2015

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

    A writing sample such as a condition report, or examples of
    published 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
    collumm<-at->si<.>edu

We are excited about the opportunity to provide a fellowship
experience and look forward to receiving your application materials.


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