Position at University of Chicago

Conservation Resident Librarian
The University of Chicago Library

The University of Chicago Library is pleased to post a two-year
Conservation Resident position available Fall of 2015.  For further
information about the Library's new Residency Program, see

    <URL:http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/e/jobs/libraryresidency1517.html>

The University of Chicago is accepting applications for a two year
post-graduate residency in conservation.  The residency provides an
opportunity for a recent graduate to apply conservation principles
and build treatment experience in a large research library.  Under
the guidance of the Head of Conservation and working with other
conservation staff, the Resident Librarian will perform complex
treatments on diverse library and archival materials.  Materials
include, but are not limited to, leather and vellum bindings, paper,
papyrus, and parchment.  The Resident Librarian is encouraged to do
research on a topic in conservation, and/or a preservation project
such as a condition or needs assessment survey.  This position is
contingent on the availability of funding.

Treatment Responsibilities

    Examines and analyzes collection material and develops
    appropriate decision-making criteria for treatment based on type
    of material, knowledge of historical bindings, and use patterns
    within the Library

    Executes complex and intermediate conservation treatments within
    accepted standards and the American Institute for Conservation
    (AIC) Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice

    Creates full written and photographic treatment documentation

    Possesses a current awareness of conservation principles and
    practices as they apply to library and archival materials;
    cultivates and tests new treatment procedures and approaches to
    problem-solving

    Keeps informed of developments and research in the field of
    conservation and related disciplines, via published literature
    and online sources, and through professional memberships,
    meetings and workshops

    Performs research on conservation topics relevant to Library
    collections

Preservation Responsibilities:

    Conducts individual item assessments and collection-based
    surveys of general and special library collections in
    cooperation with other library staff

    Serves as a resource on broader preservation issues for the
    Library in areas such as environmental control and storage and
    the care of collections

    Assists with disaster recovery and preparedness activities

    Assists with environmental monitoring program

Required Qualifications: Must be a recent graduate of a recognized
master's level conservation training program; working knowledge of
organic chemistry and its application in the field of conservation;
demonstrated knowledge of current conservation theory and practice;
thorough understanding of the principles of preservation with regard
to library and archival materials; thorough understanding of the
history and technology of book structures, printing processes,
photographic processes, and paper making; ability to perform complex
conservation treatments on library and archival materials as
demonstrated by a portfolio; excellent oral, written, and
interpersonal communications skills; ability to lift at least 50
pounds; demonstrated computer and related technology skills.

Candidates invited to interview will be asked to present a portfolio
representative of their conservation treatment work in the area of
library and archival materials.

Apply for this position at:

    <URL:https://academiccareers.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53918>

Please submit a cover letter, CV and reference contact information
through the above site by April 24, 2015.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal
Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer.

    <URL:http://facultyhandbook.uchicago.edu/page/statement-non-discrimination>


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