Career Resources

August 24, 2024
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) is offering a Conservation Fellow the opportunity to compile a comprehensive survey of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston's collection of Latinx art. The fellow also participates in all activities in the Conservation Center and the Museum, including acquisition and loan exams. They will lead individual treatment and research initiatives and contribute to collaborative efforts led by the Head of Lab and/or the Chairman, Department of Conservation that will further conservation and technical art historical research at the Museum.

This is a two-year, full-time appointment with a possible six (6) month extension. The anticipated term is September 9th, 2024 to August 28, 2026. Applicants with backgrounds historically underrepresented in museum professions are strongly encouraged to apply. Visit the MFAH Careers page at -Visit 

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August 23, 2024
Cross Museum Services has been contracted by a major museum in Washington, D.C. to provide a Photography Conservation Technician for a 12-month temporary posting beginning in early October. The Photograph Conservation Technician contract shall commence October 7, 2024, and end October 6th, 2025, with the option to extend the contract based on contractor performance. The technician participates fully in the daily operations of the photograph conservation laboratory, including but not limited to assisting with the examination, condition reporting, and selected treatment of works of art; providing technical support by taking digital images; assisting with the organization of conservation documentation; following existing safety protocols and maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment. All equipment and supplies needed to carry out the above duties is to be provided by the museum. The museum will provide a workspace and computer for use by the contractor when working onsite. When the contractor is working offsite the museum will provide a laptop. This person would be a sub-contractor through our company Cross Museum Services with an hourly rate of $30-40 based on experience and qualifications. We imagine the posting would be ideal for a photography conservation student or someone planning a career in museum conservation. If you are interested or know of anyone with the above qualifications, please send information and a resume to museumpro@gmail.com.

August 14, 2024
Graduate Internships are offered in the four programs of the J. Paul Getty Trust—the Getty Museum, the Getty Conservation Institute, the Getty Research Institute, and the Getty Foundation—and in Getty Publications and Getty Digital. Placements are typically available in areas such as curatorial, education, conservation, research, publications, web and new media, public programs, digital projects, and grantmaking. Learn more about the program and see examples of previous internship opportunities. The application period opens September 3, 2024.

August 12, 2024
ArtCare Conservation is seeking to hire a full-time Associate or Assistant Paintings Conservator for its New York studio. At our three locations in Miami, Los Angeles and New York, ArtCare team members work in a dynamic, collaborative setting on a wide range of painting supports and media, ranging from Old Master to modern and contemporary paintings and murals. Founded in 1982, the studio reflects the diverse backgrounds of its staff, while keeping up with the latest innovations and philosophies of the profession. Our clients include private collections, museums, galleries, city institutions as well as the general public. TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter to kelly@artcareconservation.com with the subject line "Paintings Conservator NYC." No phone calls, please. Position open until filled.

August 12, 2024
Harvard Library is seeking a Book Conservator for Special Collections. This is a one-year term position. Although this position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV by end of day on September 3, 2024.

The Book Conservator for Special Collections performs advanced to complex treatments on printed books and bound manuscripts from special collections held in Harvard libraries. The conservator reports to the Senior Rare Book Conservator in the Weissman Preservation Center. For additional information, full description, or to apply for this position please follow this link: Book Conservator for Special Collections

August 5, 2024
Haverford College invites applications for our part-time (20 hours per week), non-exempt, benefits-eligible Conservation Technician and Exhibit Preparator opportunity. Salary for this position is set at $25/hour. Interested applicants are invited to submit an application, to include a cover letter and resume by visiting our job website. The application deadline is August 28, 2024. Application review will begin after the deadline has passed. Please email recruiting@haverford.edu with questions about submitting your materials.

August 5, 2024
FAIC is seeking a full-time staff member to oversee the development and administration of emergency preparedness and response programming and resources. The Emergency Programs Coordinator/Manager works to advance the strategic priorities of the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation by planning and managing our emergency programs and resources that serve conservation professionals, allied professionals, governmental bodies, the general public, and the staff and volunteers of FAIC and the American Institute for Conservation (AIC), our affiliated member service organization. Depending on the experience of the selected candidate, the position may begin at either the Coordinator or Manager level. The candidate may work fully remotely or may select a hybrid or in-office schedule from our office in Washington, DC. Learn more on our jobs website.

July 26, 2024
The UCLA/Getty Interdepartmental Program in the Conservation of Cultural Heritage seeks 4 lecturers for the winter 2025 quarter. The quarter extends from early January through mid-March. Applications for these positions are due August 31. Please contact Glenn Wharton to discuss details. Also, please forward to others who may be interested. We will consider the cost of a temporary move to Los Angeles.

Science Fundamentals in the Conservation of Materials: CLT HTG 211
Apply: recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09488

Structure, Properties and Deterioration of Materials: Metals: CLT HTG 263
Apply: recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09489

Conservation Laboratory: Metals II: CLT HTG 239
This position has not been officially listed yet. Please contact Glenn Wharton for details: glennwharton@ucla.edu

Conservation & Communities: CLT HTG 222
Apply: recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09487