Local Job Opportunities
Announcements of DC-area job opportunities can be sent to wcg@washingtonconservationguild.org for posting on this page. Please include “Website item” in the subject line. Newly-received job postings go to the top of the list regardless of closing date.
Museum Studies Program of The George Washington University
The Museum Studies Program of The George Washington University invites applications for a full-time 12 month appointment, non-tenure track, renewable three-year contract position at the rank of assistant or associate professor beginning March 2009. This well-established program seeks a specialist in art or object conservation, with an academic background in Museum Studies, Art Conservation, Chemistry, Forensics, or Materials Science. Responsibilities include administering the Distance Education Certificate in Collections Care for mid-career museum professionals (see http://www.gwu.edu/~mstd/DL/); teaching (and/or developing) graduate-level classes in conservation via Distance Education and also in the classroom; and advising graduate students on classes and internships. Participation in departmental, college, and university life, and interaction with the museum community of Washington, D.C. are expected.
Basic Qualifications: MA in conservation, chemistry or materials science; college-level teaching experience; and at least three years museum experience with a demonstrable track record in the examination, analysis, stabilization, and treatment of museum collections. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Distance Education and the Blackboard learning management system desirable but not required.
To apply: Send cover letter with statement of professional experience, curriculum vitae, samples of professional products such as treatment work plans or other appropriate documentation, and three current letters of reference to:
Chair, Search Committee,
Museum Studies Program,
2147 F Street N.W., Washington,
D.C. 20052.
The review of applications will begin on December 15, 2008 and continue until
the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Selected
candidates will be asked to visit the campus and deliver a lecture to faculty
and students. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply. The George
Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Associate Paintings Conservator, Page Conservation, Inc.
Page Conservation, Inc. is seeking an Associate Paintings Conservator for a full time position in our Washington, DC studio. Masters Degree required. Work to include easel paintings and murals. The ability to travel is helpful. Full benefits package including health, paid days, retirement, and professional memberships. Pay scale commensurate with experience.
Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Arthur Page President and Chief Conservator Page Conservation, Inc. 1300 Seventh St. NW Washington, DC 20001 202-387-2979 page3@earthlink.net
Assistant and/or Associate Conservators for mural projects
Page Conservation is interested in hiring Assistant and/or Associate Conservators for current mural projects. These positions are project-specific contract employment. Compensation appropriate to difficulty of job and covers all travel and per diem.
Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Arthur Page President and Chief Conservator Page Conservation, Inc. 1300 Seventh St. NW Washington, DC 20001 202-387-2979 page3@earthlink.net
