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University of Pennsylvania
Conservator
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A Museum Curator builds and maintains collections at art museums and other museums. Uses in-depth knowledge of art or other artifacts to plan displays and exhibits, advise on museum acquisitions, identify and appraise works. A Museum Director manages overall museum operations.
$59,958 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Conservator University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Conservator Job Profile Title Museum Conservator Job Description Summary Reporting to the Senior Project Conservator, the Conservator is responsible for carrying out conservation work on monumental stone artifacts selected for exhibition in the new Ancient Egypt and Nubia Galleries. This work will primarily (80%) be carried out in the Museum's off-site Conservation Lab Annex (CLA), located approximately 50 minutes from the main Museum facility. Primary duties include researching conservation materials and techniques, planning and developing conservation treatments, carrying out conservation treatment, keeping written, photographic, and electronic records of work; working with mountmakers and structural engineers to design support armatures, and keeping current with developments in the field through readings, conferences, online discussions, and personal contacts. The successful candidate must be available to work at the off-site location, which is not accessible by public transit. This is an ongoing position with renewal subject to the availability of funding. Job Description Job Responsibilities Planning, developing, and carrying out conservation treatment for monumental objects for the AEN Galleries Project. Keeping written, photographic, and electronic records of all work. Supervise technicians and interns working at CLA. Working with exhibit designers, engineers, and mountmakers to design support armatures and exhibit approaches. Keeping current with developments in the field through readings, conferences, online discussions, and personal contacts. Participate in departmental planning and initiatives, including teaching, strategic planning, and outreach activities. Qualifications Graduate of a recognized Masters-level conservation training program with two to three years of professional experience, preferably in a similar institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required. Sound work habits, personal initiative, and organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to undertake moderate to heavy lifting are essential. Experience on large stone architectural pieces and using rigging equipment is preferred. Candidate will uphold collegial and collaborative working relationships with conservation staff and other departments. Candidate should be comfortable with social media outreach and with regular interaction with the public on both a casual and a more formal basis. Must be able to work in the offsite CLA location, located in central New Jersey. Application Requirement A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed. •Please note this is a temporary position with a target end date of 6/30/2025 Job Location - City, State Feildsboro, New Jersey Department / School University Museum Pay Range $37,220.00 - $55,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.