Art Conservation
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Pre-program Position in Conservation

Posted: Oct 08, 2009

The Worcester Art Museum is offering a pre-graduate program position in art conservation with health and vacation benefits for a 4-day / 32-hour workweek at an hourly rate of $12.14 to $14.27, depending on experience. The successful applicant will assist the Museum’s conservators in the preservation, examination, documentation and treatment of collection objects. Responsibilities will also include organization of conservation records and files, purchasing of conservation supplies and equipment, maintenance of the conservation studios, equipment and instrumentation, preparation of materials and reagents, and dusting of art objects on display. A bachelor’s degree is required, as is the intention of applying to a graduate program in art conservation in the near future. Background in at least two of the following areas is preferred: art history, archaeology, chemistry and studio art. This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal for a second year. Applicants should send a copy of their college transcript, GRE scores (if available), a cover letter, curriculum vitae and three references to Human Resources, Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609. Deadline for application is October 30, 2009. We support diversity in the workplace. EOE.