Conservator: Organics - The British Museum｜Meet.jobs

Salary: £26,387 per annum pro-rata
Contract: Fixed term: 25 weeks in duration (Part time: 3 days per week)
We are recruiting for a Conservator: Organics with specialist knowledge and experience in the conservation of easel paintings and painted surfaces, in order to care for the collection through a combination of interventive and preventive measures in support of the Museum's operating plan.

The post-holder will contribute to the preparation of objects for loan, exhibition and permanent display, as well as supporting dedicated projects on collections in store. This role will also involve delivering an increasingly diverse public programme and supporting the department with the implementation of the Collection Care strategy.

The successful candidate will possess a recognised professional conservation qualification to degree level, or equivalent, in the field of paintings conservation. With post-training work experience in the museum and heritage sector, you will have strong knowledge of contemporary principles and practice in preventive conservation. Experience working on collections from Africa and Oceania would be seen as beneficial.

We are seeking a highly organised individual, who can balance diverse workloads and complete projects to agreed deadlines and budgets. You will liaise with a variety of stakeholders and will be confident in presenting work publicly. It is essential to pass a colour vision test for this role.

About the British Museum:

Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. With over 6 million visitors in 2016, the Museum is the top visitor attraction in the UK, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, Egyptian mummies, the Admonitions Scroll, and the Amaravati sculptures.

The Museum adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) requirements for all staff at the British Museum.

The Museum is an equal opportunity employer, supports a diverse workplace and offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Membership of the civil service pension scheme
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
• Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Professional & personal development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

If you are a positive individual, passionate about the Museum and would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please follow the “Apply now” link below where you will be directed to complete your application.

Closing date: 24th April 2018, Midday