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The Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) is seeking an experienced, full-time Associate Objects Conservator to join our conservation department and work in a fast paced, multi-disciplinary environment. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of post-graduate experience working with archaeological materials, organic and inorganic, and a Master’s degree in conservation, or equivalent experience. This is a two-year position. The conservator will join a project team working to de-install and conserve objects from the museum’s Walton Hall of Ancient Egypt.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s in Conservation with a specialty in objects and a minimum of 3 years of post-graduate experience working with archaeological materials, or equivalent experience is also required.
The candidate should have strong communication and organizational skills and experience with researching the preservation of archaeological materials is preferred. Treatment practice and documentation must be of an exceptionally high standard. The position requires a focused individual who can work independently, as well as part of a cohesive team.
The new Associate Conservator will work both independently and in association with the Conservator to assess the condition of artifacts that have been on exhibition since 1990.The conservator will work with museum staff to prepare the objects for exhibition in a newly reimagined Egyptian Hall, including recommendations on environmental conditions, casework, and general planning for the upcoming exhibition. The conservator will undertake the assessment and treatment on a range ancient Egyptian objects in our care to the highest level of quality, and to AIC ethical guidelines.
The conservator will be responsible for documentation and treatment reports in accordance with AIC and CMNH standards. They will also be responsible for reviewing public facing content related to the museum’s conservation efforts on an as needed basis. The Associate Conservator will work collaboratively with the Conservator and others to conduct research, write academic papers, or prepare for conference presentations.
The conservator will be required to work collaboratively and in an interdisciplinary way with other researchers at the museum and exhibits staff. Good communication skills are mandatory. Much of the conservation work and treatment will be done in the public view. The conservator must be able to speak and engage with the general public. Supervision of interns and volunteers is required.
Pay Range: $45,000 to $52,000, includes benefits.