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Conservation Openings:
Assistant Textile Conservator
Textile Conservation Technician

The Indianapolis Museum of Art, seventh largest U.S. general art museum 
located in a 52 acre historic garden, is planning a major exhibit of Moroccan 
textiles to open in the spring of 2002.  Excellent opportunity to gain 
experience in a large and fully equipped multi-specialty lab, working with 
experienced conservators.  

Assistant Textile Conservator
Assist on several projects, including the Moroccan show.   Responsible for 
examination, documentation and treatment of a variety of textiles and 
costumes, mostly from the IMA's significant permanent collection as well as 
some collection care projects.
MA in conservation or equivalent in experience.  Ability to execute 
treatments independently to a high ethical and artistic standard.  

Textile Conservation Technician
Will participate in many aspects of collection care and exhibition 
preparation, including mount design and fabrication.  BA preferable in 
related field (studio art, art history, or chemistry), excellent sewing 
skills. Previous conservation exp. desirable but not required.

Both positions are full time for 18-24 months and require good organizational 
and communication skills.  Competitive salary, complete benefits, including 
40lk.  Send resume to Director of Human Resources, Indianapolis Museum of 
Art, 1200 W. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN  46208.  Inquiries welcome - 
e-mail: DAlig@xxxxxxxxxxxx