Position at The New York Academy of Medicine

Collections Care Technicians
Gladys Brooks Book and Paper Conservation Laboratory
The New York Academy of Medicine Library

Part-time (20 hours/week), temporary (8 weeks)

$14.00/hr; no benefits package

Start date: approximately June 1, 2015

The New York Academy of Medicine Library seeks qualified candidates
for up to three (3) Collections Care Technicians.  Under the general
supervision of staff in the Gladys Brooks Book and Paper
Conservation Laboratory, and following established protocols and
workflows, the Collections Care Technicians will assess the physical
condition of 19th-20th century journals to determine suitability for
digitization; record characteristics (including size, page count,
etc.) of individual volumes in a spreadsheet; work both
independently and as part of a team to ensure continuity of workflow
and accuracy of recorded data; perform other related duties as
assigned.

Qualifications: Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree;
knowledge of basic book handling practices, with demonstrated
sensitivity to the handling of fragile and/or rare materials;
excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail; physical ability
to move books and materials weighing up to 40 lbs.; ability to work
in an environment in which exposure to dust, dirt and mold is
possible; demonstrated technology skills, including a proficiency
with the Microsoft Office suite of word processing, spreadsheet and
database applications.

To apply, please forward cover letter and resume with "Collections
Care Technician" in the subject line to hr<-at->nyam<.>org.

Christina Amato
Book Conservator
The New York Academy of Medicine


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