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FW: Positions vacant at the National Gallery of Australia



 

 

 

Textile Conservators

Conservation

NGA Level 5

Position Nos. Sup 239 & Sup 240

$54,385 - $58,200 per annum

 

The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) is one of Australia’s major institutions and holds an extensive textile collection.  The upcoming significant exhibitions in Asian textiles and theatre costumes will provide a varied and exciting opportunity to conserve these collections.  Previous exhibitions include Sari to Sarong and From Russia with Love.

 

The NGA level 5 positions would be active members of a small focused team preparing works for exhibition and loan including treatments, research and analysis, preparation for display, packing for loan and storage.

 

Requirements for positions

 

  • Tertiary qualifications in materials conservation specialising in textiles and at least 2 years experience in the field.
  • A good knowledge of materials and methods used in the manufacture of a wide range of textiles and costumes.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the methods of technical and scientific examination and conservation treatment of textiles.
  • Successful applicants for these positions will be required to demonstrate the ability to liaise across a wide range of Gallery staff and the public on all aspects of conservation, with well developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as a positive team member.

 

These positions are temporary for a period of up to 2 years.  Further information may be obtained by contacting Micheline Ford, Senior Textile Conservator on (02) 6240 6468 or by email: micheline.ford@xxxxxxxxxxx

 

The successful applicants will be subject to a probationary period of employment and a security check will also apply.

 

Applications should address the selection criteria, which can be obtained by contacting the Recruitment Officer on (02) 6240 6447 or by accessing the website www.nga.gov.au/jobs.

 

Applications for these positions should reach the Recruitment Officer by close of business 24 August 2007 at GPO Box 1150, Canberra ACT 2601 or recruitment@xxxxxxxxxx or facsimile 6270 6407.

 

 

 

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