Position at Guggenheim Museum

Associate Paintings Conservator
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is seeking an Assistant /
Associate Paintings Conservator for a three-year project.  As a
member of the Conservation Department, the Assistant / Associate
Paintings Conservator is responsible for the care and preservation
of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum's paintings collection.  Work is
primarily related to the conservation of paintings, however, the
candidate should have a reasonable comfort level to supervise
complex installations and 3-dimensional objects.  This position
requires significant travel related to an active loan and exhibition
program.

Key Responsibilities:

    Examination, documentation and treatment of artworks as needed,
    as well as evaluation of new acquisitions and materials research

    Work with fellow conservators in the Conservation department to
    determine treatment approaches and priorities

    Work together with colleagues from the Curatorial, Registrar,
    Exhibition Design, and Art Services and Preparations
    departments, to advise on the art's suitability for travel,
    recommend and perform treatment, and establish safe packing and
    handling procedures

    Travel as a courier is required, as is supervision of
    installation and deinstallation of exhibitions at international
    venues

    Length of position term: three years, with the possibility of
    renewal

Qualifications and Requirements:

    Graduate degree in Conservation (Masters or Certificate/Masters)
    from an accredited university, including course work in
    chemistry and material science.

    Minimum of five years professional conservation experience,
    preferably in a museum conservation laboratory

    Demonstrated knowledge of packing, transport, and environmental
    requirements for travel of complex and fragile artworks

    Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a
    team

    Excellent manual skills

    Problem-solving, time management, and written/ verbal
    communication skills

Qualified applicants please send your resume and cover letter,
including salary expectations, to employment<-at->guggenheim<.>org.
Indicate the job title "Assistant / Associate Paintings Conservator"
in the subject line.  Only those applicants who meet our
requirements for this position will be contacted.

Hillary Torrence
Conservation Associate
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum,
New York


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