British Museum, London, UK
Salary: £32,338 per annum pro rata
Contract: Part-time (28.8 hours per week, 4 days)
Location: Bloomsbury, London
Application Deadline: 12pm (midday) on 25 October 2024
Role Summary
The British Museum seeks a Conservation Mounter for Pictorial Art within the Collection Care Department. The successful candidate will contribute to the conservation mounting of pictorial art on paper, supporting the Museum’s exhibition and loan programs, and contributing to preventive measures to care for collections in storage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conservation mounting of pictorial art on paper.
- Preparation of objects for loans and exhibitions.
- Collaboration on projects for the care of collections in storage.
- Participation in the Museum’s outreach activities, including public speaking and writing for social media.
- Ensuring best practices in conservation and health and safety compliance.
- Supporting conservation mounting of materials outside of the specialism as needed.
About You:
- A recognized professional conservation qualification (degree level or equivalent), with a focus on the conservation of pictorial art on paper.
- Practical skills in the mounting and housing of art on paper, with a strong interest in art conservation.
- Understanding of material deterioration mechanisms and conservation theory.
- Proficiency in IT systems and good computing skills.
- Strong communication and team collaboration skills, with experience in public presentations.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and solve problems effectively.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days after 10 years of service), plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
- Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme.
- Free entry to various museums and exhibitions.
- Behind-the-scenes opportunities and participation in museum activities.
- Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans.
- Employee Assistance Programme and discounts on food and gift shop purchases.
For more information and to apply, visit the British Museum
