Conservation Lecturer Conservation Laboratory: Rock Art, Wall Paintings and Mosaics Spring 2026

Conservation Lecturer Conservation Laboratory:

Rock Art, Wall Paintings and Mosaics Spring 2026 Malibu, CA Job Details $89,913 - $98,249 a year 14 hours ago Qualifications Lecture-based instruction Research Mid-level University teaching experience Laboratory techniques Laboratory management Classroom Teaching Teaching Full Job Description Job #

JPF10919 UCLA GETTY CONSERVATION PROGRAM / L&S

Social Sciences / UCLA

POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range: $89,913 - $98,249 APPLICATION WINDOW Open date: March 20, 2026 Next review date: Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date:

Monday, Apr 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The UCLA/Getty Interdepartmental Program in the Conservation of Cultural Heritage at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for a lecturer position to teach the following course during the Spring quarter, 2026. The quarter begins on April 1 and ends on June 30. This appointment also provides opportunities for interaction with colleagues, laboratory facilities and research infrastructure at UCLA and the Getty Villa. Through its collaboration with the Getty Conservation Institute, as a unit in the UCLA Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, and located in the UCLA Fowler Museum, the Conservation Program is part of a vibrant center of archaeological and cultural scholarship. Conservation of Cultural Heritage (CLT HTG) 250 -

Conservation Laboratory:

Rock Art, Wall Paintings, and Mosaics Units:

4.0 (Formerly numbered M250.) Laboratory, four hours.

Requisites:

courses 210, 210L, 264.

Recommended:

course M215. Research-based laboratory on conservation of rock art, wall paintings (archaeological and modern composites on cements), mosaics, and decorated architectural surfaces. Experimental techniques and analysis of materials (using materials science and reverse engineering processes) for characterization of technology, constituent materials, and alteration products; development of conservation treatment proposals, testing of conservation products, and methods and conservation treatment. Letter grading. The appointment will be at the lecturer level and will be located in the Program's research and training laboratories at the Getty Villa in Malibu. Duties include preparation and delivery of lectures and laboratory practical sessions and supervision of conservation treatments. The Program Laboratory Manager will assist the lecturer in obtaining lab supplies and cultural objects for treatment. Candidates should hold a graduate degree in conservation from a recognized academic institution, with at least five years of experience in conservation practice. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous academic teaching experience both in delivering theoretical lectures and developing and supervising object treatments in the laboratory. Strong candidates will have a demonstrable commitment to the Program's core values of collaboration, sustainability, and diversity, equity, & inclusion. The University of California, Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see the UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy on the UCOP website. This position is represented by the University Council - American Federation of Teachers Internal applicants will be considered for reappointment prior to the consideration of external applicants. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

JOB LOCATION

Malibu, CA

REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENTS

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research Statement of Teaching Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. (Optional) Misc / Additional (Optional)

REFERENCES 2-3

letters of reference required

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications Candidates should hold a graduate degree in conservation from a recognized academic institution, with at least five years of experience in the conservation of archaeological and cultural materials. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous academic teaching experience both in delivering theoretical lectures and seminars and developing and supervising object treatments in the laboratory.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research Statement of Teaching Reference requirements 2-5 required (contact information only)

REFERENCES 2-3

reference contact information required.

Apply link:

https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10919 Help contact:

ABOUT UCLA

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties

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JOB LOCATION

Malibu, California