Position at NYU Libraries

Conservator, Special Collections
New York University Libraries

Under the general direction of the Conservation Librarian, manage
and execute conservation treatments to preserve, protect, and
guarantee the survival and future accessibility of special
collection materials.  Supervise project staff; research,
disseminate information, and provide guidance on all aspects of
preservation to library staff.  Participate in emergency
preparedness, response and recovery, and lab organization and
maintenance.

Libraries at New York University serve the school's 40,000 students
and faculty and contain more than 5 million volumes.  The Libraries
supports NYU's vision to become the first true Global Network
University by collaborating and providing services to our 11 global
academic centers and "portal campuses" in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai.
New York University Libraries is a member of the Association of
Research Libraries, the OCLC Research Library Partnership, and the
HathiTrust.  The Libraries participates in a variety of consortia
and collaborates closely with Columbia University Libraries and the
New York Public Library through the Manhattan Research Library
Consortium.

NYU's Fales Library houses the Fales collection of rare books and
manuscripts in English and American literature, as well as a wide
range of objects and media in the Downtown Collection and other
special collections.  The Tamiment Library and Robert F. Wagner
Labor Archives form a unique, internationally-known center for
scholarly research on Labor and the Left: book, document, print,
photograph, film, and oral history collections describe the history
of the labor movement and how it relates to the broader struggle for
economic, social, and political change.  The New York University
Archives serves as the final repository for the historical records
of NYU.  Its primary purpose is to document the history of the
University, founded in 1831, and to provide source material for
administrators, faculty, students, alumni, and other members of the
University community, as well as scholars, authors, and other
interested persons who seek to evaluate the impact of the
University's activities on the history of American social, cultural,
and intellectual development.

Qualifications/Required Education: Graduate degree in conservation
of books and archival materials, including a minimum of one year
internship under the direction of an experienced conservator and/or
equivalent combination of training and experience.

Experience Required: Minimum 4 years of conservation experience
managing conservation projects and working with special collections
materials is required.

Preferred Experience: Supervising of interns and/or employees.
Successful project management experience.  3 years of professional
conservation experience in a research library or similar academic
setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of current book
and paper conservation techniques; professional conservation
principles and ethical standards as defined by the American
Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) Code
of Ethic and Guidelines for Practice for Conservation of Historic
and Artistic Works); the history of the book; techniques of
bookbinding and papermaking; chemistry as it applies to the
conservation of library and archival collections; optimal collection
storage environments.  Basic understanding of environment control
systems.  Proficiency using MS Office Suite (word processing,
spreadsheet, database) and Adobe Photoshop.  Proficiency using
conservation and digital documentation equipment.  Familiarity with
health and safety laboratory standards, in particular those federal
and local standard for working with toxic chemicals and for personal
safety during mold remediation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to
contribute to the profession through teaching, research, and/or
publication.

Salary/Benefits: The position is a full-time professional position.
Salary is commensurate with experience.  Attractive benefits package
and four weeks annual vacation.

Apply by August 28, 2015 online at:

    <URL:http://www.nyucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=60519>

NYU's Division of Libraries embraces diversity and is committed to
attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity
and inclusivity.  NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.

Laura McCann
Conservation Librarian
Barbara Goldsmith Preservation and Conservation Department
New York University Libraries


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