Position at American Philosophical Society

Assistant Conservator for Library and Archival Materials
American Philosophical Society

Temporary (one year), full-time

The Conservation Department at the American Philosophical Society is
responsible for the preventive care as well as conservation
treatment for items found in a diverse special collections library.
This growing collection includes over 13 million manuscripts
(including parchment-based deeds and indentures), 275,000 volumes
and bound periodicals (including thousands of rare books), and
thousands of maps, prints, and photographic materials in a variety
of formats.

Under the direction of the Head of Conservation, the Assistant
Conservator for Library and Archival Materials aids in preventive
conservation for the Society and performs conservation treatment on
a variety of materials.  This position is for one year, beginning in
September of 2015.

Responsibilities:

    Performs conservation treatment on books, manuscripts, and works
    on paper

    Provides written and photographic documentation in accordance
    with the AIC Code of Ethics (including examination, condition
    and treatment reports, and photographic documentation)

    Participates and assists in a wide range of preventive
    conservation activities including disaster preparedness and
    recovery, pest management, minor mold remediation, examination
    and preparation of materials for loan, and environmental
    monitoring

    Assists in the general maintenance and organization of the
    conservation laboratory

    Assists in the preparation and display of materials for
    exhibition

    Keeps abreast of current developments in the conservation field

    Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

    Master's degree from an accredited graduate training program in
    conservation or a related field

    Demonstrated working knowledge of conservation theory and
    practice, with satisfactory completion of courses in general
    chemistry, organic chemistry and conservation science

    Ability to wear a respirator and other personal protective
    equipment

    Ability to lift 40 pounds

    Demonstrated computer skills including use of Microsoft Office
    Suite and Adobe Bridge/Photoshop

    Demonstrated mastery of written and oral communication

    Demonstrated success in a wide range of conservation treatment
    procedures and techniques

The Society offers a competitive benefits package, including
exceptional health insurance options and generous fringe benefits,
including a TIAA-CREF retirement plan, dental insurance, life
insurance, and paid vacation and sick time.  Salary: low to mid 50K.

The American Philosophical Society is an EOE.

Applications will be accepted through June 10, 2015.

To apply send a CV, a cover letter explaining qualifications for and
interest in the position and three references to
libraryapplications<-at->amphilsoc<.>org

About the Library:  Founded in 1743, The American Philosophical
Society's library, located near Independence Hall in Philadelphia,
is a leading international center for research in the history of
American science and technology and its European roots, as well as
early American history and culture.  The Library houses over 13
million manuscripts, 275,000 volumes and bound periodicals,
thousands of hours of recorded sound, and thousands of maps and
prints.  Outstanding historical collections and subject areas
include the papers of Benjamin Franklin (14,000 letters and
documents); Jefferson's holograph of the Declaration of
Independence; the American Revolution; the papers of Thomas Paine;
18th and 19th-century natural history; western scientific
expeditions and travel including the original journals of Lewis and
Clark; polar exploration; the papers of Charles Willson Peale, his
family and descendants; American Indian languages; anthropology
including the papers of Franz Boas; the papers of Charles Darwin and
his forerunners, colleagues, critics, and successors; history of
genetics, eugenics, and evolution; history of biochemistry,
physiology, and biophysics; 20th-century medical research; and
history of physics.  The Library does not hold materials on
philosophy in the modern sense.  More information about the Society
and the APS Library can be found at

    <URL:http://www.amphilsoc.org>

Anne Downey
Head of Conservation
American Philosophical Society
105 S. Fifth Street
Philadelphia PA 19106
215-440-3412


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