Internship at Historic Scotland

Conservation Science Internship
Historic Scotland

Historic Scotland has an exciting opportunity in the form of a 6
month paid internship based at the South Gyle Conservation Centre to
join the Conservation Science Team in carrying out analysis and
reporting work.  This internship will be involved in scientific work
applied to the heritage environment, and will have the opportunity
to increase their awareness of the building conservation sector in
Scotland.

Understanding the materials used in the construction of historic
buildings is key in identifying appropriate conservation practices.
Historic Scotland carries out a considerable amount of scientific
analysis, including not only building materials but also objects in
museums, paintings.  Much of the equipment used is portable and can
be taken on site and many of the techniques are non-destructive.

The successful candidate will have an interest in building
conservation and ideally have experience in materials analysis.  A
background in a materials science related discipline would be
beneficial but is not essential.

Placement Location:  Historic Scotland Conservation Centre, 7 South
Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 9EB.

Stipend: UKP7,250, paid monthly over a 6 month period in arrears

Start Date: November 2015
Interview Date: October 2015

Interview Location:

    Historic Scotland
    Longmore House
    Salisbury Place
    Edinburgh EH9 1SH

The successful candidate will be required to provide a basic
Disclosure prior to the project start date.

    <URL:https://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk>

The stipend is not taxable as it is a bursary for further
educational study, rather than a salary.  The stipend includes a sum
to cover payment of Class 3 National Insurance, and it is the
Intern's responsibility to make these payments.

How to Apply: To apply, send a CV (2 pages maximum) with a cover
letter detailing your motivations for applying to Dr. Alick Leslie
<alick.leslie<-at->scotland<.>gsi<.>gov<.>uk>

Closing date: Friday, September 2015

Dr. Alick Leslie
Conservation Science Manager
Historic Scotland
Alba Aosmhor
7 South Gyle Crescent,
Edinburgh
Midlothian EH12 9EB
+44 131 314 0753
Mobile: +44 7824351887


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