Job Announcement: Objects Conservator, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis


Description:

The Objects Conservator is primarily responsible for preserving the institution's collections, including setting guidelines for the care, examination, marking, storage, packing, transport, and treatment of the varied collections of MHM.  The incumbent coordinates overall conservation activities and, with the Director, Collections Manager, and Senior Curator, establishes priorities for assessment, treatment, and preservation.


Requirements:

A candidate with an MA or MS preferred. Minimum of five years' work experience in conservation. Previous supervisory experience desirable. Knowledge and ability to operate and maintain chemical laboratory, laboratory equipment, and supplies typical of a general objects conservation lab. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and collections management database software, especially MIMSY. Knowledge of museum professional standards for handling, preserving, treating, housing, and exhibiting a variety of objects. Understanding of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice as specified by the American Institute for Conservation.



The Missouri History Museum offers a competitive salary and complete benefits package. Please submit letter of interest and resume to:


                                    Missouri History Museum

                                    Human Resources

                                    PO Box 11940

                                    St. Louis, MO 63112-0040


Resumes may also be forwarded to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>


 An Equal Opportunity Employer



Alexandra Menard
Collections Management Assistant
Missouri History Museum
225 South Skinker Boulevard
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