Position at NEDCC

Book Conservator
Northeast Document Conservation Center

The Northeast Document Conservation Center is seeking an innovative
and creative conservator to join its Book Conservation Lab.  The
conservator will perform conservation of diverse and unique bound
materials held by NEDCC's institutional and private clients,
including printed books and pamphlets, bound manuscripts,
scrapbooks, atlases, record books, and photograph albums.

Founded in 1973, NEDCC is the first independent conservation
laboratory in the nation to specialize exclusively in treating
collections made of paper or parchment, such as works of art,
photographs, books, maps, manuscripts, scrapbooks, and wallpaper.

Responsibilities: The book conservator will perform all conservation
activities including examination of objects and development of
conservation proposals; documentation; treatment of text blocks and
bindings; consulting with clients; and assisting with assessments
and educational programs.  All work is performed according to the
Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice of the American Institute
for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

Qualifications: Required qualifications:  A knowledge of physical,
mechanical and chemical nature of books and paper as evidenced by
graduate degree in conservation or related field of study; knowledge
of book and paper conservation principles and practices; an
understanding of preservation principles and their relation to
treatment options; ability to work independently and
collaboratively; ability to work in a productive environment;
meticulous attention to detail; documentation skills; excellent
written and oral communication skills; and creativity and
enthusiasm.

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

For complete job description:

    <URL:https://www.nedcc.org/about/employment-opportunities>

Salary is commensurate with experience.  A comprehensive benefits
package is included.  Only persons with the legal right to work in
the United States are eligible.

Please send resume, letter of intent, and the names and contact
information for three references to:

    Mary Patrick Bogan
    Director of Book Conservation
    Northeast Document Conservation Center
    100 Brickstone Square
    Andover MA USA 01810-1494
    978-470-1010
    mpbogan<-at->nedcc<.>org

The Northeast Document Conservation Center is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.


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