Position at National Gallery, Singapore

Conservator (Paintings, paper, objects, mixed media, framing)
National Gallery, Singapore

Job Objectives/Purpose: Contributes to the smooth operation and
delivery of exhibitions, loans and events of The National Gallery,
as well as other requirements as assigned from the Heritage
Conservation Centre, in assisting with conservation related tasks
and activities (operational and administrative) by coordinating with
both internal and external parties involved in accordance to
procedures and project timelines.

Relevant in-house trainings will be provided to successful
candidate.

Description of collections and work location:

Artworks and artefacts are part of the national collection and are
under the custody of NHB.  The collections include socio-historical,
cultural, ethnographic, modern and contemporary artwork materials.

The conservator will mainly work at HCC on 32 Jurong Port Road and
at NGS on 1 St. Andrew's Road according to project needs.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

    Carry out conservation assessments, documentation and treatments
    on artworks and artefacts according to HCC procedures,
    instructions and guidelines for exhibits, loans and events for
    The National Gallery

    Coordinates meetings, preparing agendas prior to meetings and
    notes/minutes of meeting.

    Provide advice on preventive care, specialized mounting
    techniques and environmental settings for short or long term
    display of artefacts/artworks.

    Review temporary and permanent display at NGS upon request to
    ensure stability of artefacts and eventual maintenance needs.

    Provides advice on transport, handling and display requirements
    whenever necessary.

    Performs and assists in exhibition related tasks such as
    packing/unpacking for installation/de-installation

    Any other ah-hoc duties and projects assigned.

    May be involved in conservation study or research projects.

Requirements:

    Candidate should have a recognized degree (bachelor's or
    honours) or a Master's degree in Conservation, with 6 to 8 years
    of relevant practical experience

    Ability to carry out comprehensive treatments with a high degree
    of manual dexterity and aesthetic sensitivity

    Familiarity and experience with cultural materials in South East
    Asia, as well as modern and contemporary artworks will be
    advantageous

    Possess initiative with ability to multi-task, organise and
    prioritise work in given timeline

    Possess a wide exposure in handling multi-cultural materials
    with sensitivity and demonstrate relevance in making sound
    contextual judgements in applying conservation principles and
    practices

    Ability to work unsupervised as well as being a cooperative
    member of staff

    Ability to adapt in a multi-lingual and multi-racial environment

    Keep up to date with current conservation development through
    self-directed learning and training.  Evidence of continual
    professional development is strongly desirable


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