Conservation Fellowship

Andrew W. Mellon Conservation Fellowship, Paper (Regular Full-Time)
Conservation Center

The Andrew W. Mellon Fellow will work on the conservation of works of art on paper, photographs, books and/or archives.  The position includes a stipend for research and travel given at the discretion of the Director of Conservation. This Fellowship is a one-year position with potential for renewal.

Responsibilities

• Examines and treats a wide range of works of art on paper and photographs.
• Supports preventive conservation activities, exhibitions and loans, as well as conservation outreach.
• Collaborates with conservators, conservation scientists, collections care specialists, curators and other Museum staff.
• Develops a research project focused on artist materials or techniques and/or new treatment methodologies in collaboration with the Center’s Research Laboratory.
• Publishes and/or presents the research in a professional journal or conference.
• Participates in informal lectures, symposia, workshops as well as visits and collaborates with nearby cultural institutions.
• Couriers works of art on loan or exhibition to other museums and institutions.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized art conservation program or have equivalent work or apprenticeship experience, with a specialization in works of art on paper and/or photographs.
• Demonstrates visual, manual, and scholarly aptitudes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must submit the following material

• A curriculum vitae including basic biographical information, current and permanent addresses and telephone numbers, education, experience and interests.
• Letters of recommendation from three professional references.
• A short statement of the candidate’s interest and intent in applying for the fellowship.

To apply, please use the following link.