Position at Washington University in St. Louis

Book and Paper Conservator
John M. Olin Library
Washington University in St. Louis
Missouri

The hiring range for this position is $44,441 - $57,759 annually.

The Book and Paper Conservator will be responsible for a wide range
of conservation treatments on unique and rare paper-based
collections under the direction of the Head of Collection Management
and Outreach for Special Collections and in collaboration with
Missouri History Museum.  Materials to be worked on include books,
art on paper, archival documents, oversize materials manuscripts,
albums, maps, and other flat work.  The Conservator evaluates
damaged collections; makes treatment decisions; provides exhibition
production support; prepares material needing treatment for
digitization; undertakes conservation assessments and surveys; and
participates in emergency preparedness and response operations.

Among its responsibilities, the Book and Paper Conservator

    Plans, documents, and executes conservation treatments for books
    and paper-based materials in accordance with accepted standards
    and the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) Code of Ethics
    and Guidelines for Practice

    Designs and makes custom-fit enclosures for fragile objects; and
    examines and creates full written and photographic treatment
    documentation

    Assists in preparation of library materials for exhibition

    Participates in disaster response, recovery, and salvaging
    operations and environmental monitoring assistance as needed

    Stays current with conservation issues and practices through
    research, professional conferences, workshops, or similar
    activities

The Conservator will initially be in the West Campus Library and may
eventually be located at the Missouri History Museum's existing
conservation lab (1.5 miles or 6 minutes from the Danforth Campus).

Application information:  Applications must be submitted online at

    <URL:https://jobs.wustl.edu>
    Reference job #33736

For full consideration, attach a letter of application, resume, and
the names of three references (including e-mail and phone number).
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.

Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.  Washington
University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Joy Novak
Head of Collection Management and Outreach for Special Collections
Washington University in St. Louis
Campus Box 1061
One Brookings Drive
St. Louis MO 63130
314-935-9820


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