Position at Royal Ontario Museum

Senior Conservator
Organic Materials/ Ethnographic Objects
Royal Ontario Museum

8 month assignment
Full time

The Royal Ontario Museum is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior
Conservator specializing in the treatment of organic materials,
particularly ethnographic objects, to join the museum's
multi-disciplinary conservation team.

The ROM's ethnology collection is comprised of more than 50,000
artifacts representing indigenous communities around the world
including from Africa, North and South America, Asia, and Oceania.
The diverse organic and composite materials and techniques presented
are broad in scope with artifacts ranging from early 20th century
canoes; to feathered Kayapo headdresses; to Tuareg leathers; to
beadwork from the Blackfoot Nation.

Conservation care of the collections at the ROM is largely program
driven and includes conservation assessment and treatment, research,
documentation, and work with curators and collections technicians on
preventive conservation measures.

Participation in the full range of Museum activities including
public consultation, programming, the training of interns and
engagement in social media are also important aspects of the job.

Qualifications:

    Master's degree in Conservation and a minimum of eight years of
    recent experience with organic materials, including ethnographic
    objects conservation OR an acceptable equivalent in education
    and experience.  At least three years work in a museum setting
    is preferred The ability to work in Canada must be secured by
    the commencement of the contract

    Proven knowledge of and experience with the wide range of
    organic materials, including ethnographic materials and
    techniques as outlined above; their physical, chemical and
    biological deterioration and current practices in their
    examination, treatment and preservation in storage and on
    display.   Awareness of the significance of cultural and
    historical contexts and sensitivities.  Extensive experience in
    assessment and treatment of these materials

    Knowledge of "Code of Ethics and Guidance for Practice" of the
    Canadian Association for Conservation (CAC) and the Canadian
    Association of Professional Conservators (CAPC)

    Good judgement, initiative, creativity, analytical and problem
    solving skills

    Demonstrably excellent hand skills in ethnographic conservation
    treatment techniques

    Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a
    team, to enlist the cooperation and involvement of others, and
    to provide supervision when required

    Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills

    Excellent oral and written communication skills

    Proven time and resource planning management abilities

    Photographic and computer skills are required

Starting date: ASAP
Probationary period: 6 months
Union: OPSEU Local 543
Salary Range: based on $72,836 - $83,243 per annum

Apply in writing prior to 5pm on May 30, 2016 to:

    Mara Gunner
    Human Resources and Organizational
    Development, Royal Ontario Museum
    100 Queen's Park, Toronto M5S 2C6
    Fax: 416-586-5827
    humanresources<-at->rom<.>on<.>ca

Please quote "Competition #2016-033 - Sr. Conservator, Organic
Materials" in the subject line.

Please include a letter of intent, resume, and list of contact
information for three professional references

The ROM is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.
Upon request, suitable accommodations are available under the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) to applicants
invited to an interview.

Mara Gunner
Senior Human Resources Advisor
Human Resources and Organizational Development
Department
Royal Ontario Museum


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