Job Posting: Asst. Paper Conservator – Courtauld Institute (London, UK)

Assistant Conservator of Works on Paper
The Courtauld Gallery
The Courtauld Institute of Art
Two-year fixed term, 0.4FTE
UKP25,494-UKP29,119 pa pro rata dependent on knowledge and skills
The Courtauld Gallery is one of the world’s finest small museums with outstanding collections and an acclaimed programme of temporary exhibitions.  Set in historic Somerset House in central London, the Gallery is an integral part of The Courtauld Institute of Art, an international centre for the teaching and study of the history of art and conservation.
The Courtauld Gallery is seeking to recruit an Assistant Conservator of Works on Paper.  The role will focus on the assessment, treatment, documentation and re-mounting of drawings from the permanent collection, working closely with the Conservator of Works on Paper.  You will support the various activities associated with the Gallery’s exhibition programme including the preparation of works on paper for display or loan.  In addition there will be opportunities to support the conservation team with the preventative care of the collections including environmental monitoring and IPM.
The successful candidate should have a recognised qualification in paper conservation or equivalent and demonstrable practical skills in conservation of works on paper and mount cutting.  This busy studio requires a well organised approach to all aspects of the work.  Some experience in working with museum or gallery collections would be desirable and familiarity with collection database systems would be an advantage.
Closing Date: 20 July 2016
Interview Date: 3 August 2016
To apply:
<URL:https://jobs.courtauld.ac.uk/078>
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