Career Resources

June 10, 2025
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum seeks applicants for the position of Assistant Preventive and Objects Conservator.  The Assistant Preventive and Objects Conservator will be responsible for managing and maintaining the Museum's preventive conservation plan. They will support the exhibition program, participating in planning, preparing, and installing three shows per year. The Assistant Preventive and Objects Conservator will also conduct treatment and research on objects that are part of the permanent collection and help advance the goals of the ISGM strategic plan, including outreach, programming, and a commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion and sustainable practices. 

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to 66,000 depending on experience. The complete posting and instructions for application can be found by clicking here.

June 6, 2025
The Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields seeks a full-time Coordinator for Conservation and Conservation Science Departments, to join a multi-discipline team in care of a superb collection spanning 5,000 years of history. The Conservation Coordinator provides administrative support to the Chief Conservator and the Senior Conservation Scientist, and other Conservation staff members as appropriate. This Coordinator also acts as an additional liaison for Conservation with other departments and projects involving various collections related initiatives and activities. The position salary is $46,000 per year. Newfields provides eligible staff with a competitive package of employee benefits. Preference will be given to applicants holding a college degree and five years or more related work experience. For a full job description and to apply visit the Newfields website. All application materials must be submitted through the online portal. discovernewfields.org/join-our-team

June 4, 2025
ArtCare Conservation is seeking to hire a full-time Associate or Assistant Paintings Conservator for its Los Angeles 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.

The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of post-graduate experience and demonstrable skill in the hands-on treatment of complex painted surfaces, including cleaning, consolidation, tear repair, inpainting and structural treatment of paintings on canvas; be able to work in an organized and efficient manner to manage priorities and complete projects; and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral. They will demonstrate initiative, excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.  Experience with working on contemporary art and ability to work on site and on scaffolds for extended periods of time are preferred. The individual will work in conjunction with the head Paintings Conservator in LA as well as communicate with ArtCare NYC and Miami studio locations. For more details, please visit our website.

TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter to blanka@artcareconservation.com with the subject line "Paintings Conservator LA."  No phone calls, please.  Position open until filled.

June 4, 2025
The Williamstown + Atlanta Art Conservation Center seeks a qualified and motivated paintings conservator at the assistant or associate level to join our team at our Stone Hill Center location in Williamstown, MA. This is a fantastic opportunity for an early- to mid-career conservator seeking to gain experience in practical conservation treatment, project management, and teaching. This a one-year contract position with the possibility for renewal.  To apply, send a letter of interest, a portfolio demonstrating three treatments that address the requirements of the position, and a CV to Maggie Barkovic at mbarkovic@williamstownart.org  Applications are requested as soon as possible. Interviews will begin as qualified applications are received. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries regarding can be directed to Maggie Barkovic at mbarkovic@williamstownart.org

June 4, 2025
Whitten & Proctor Fine Art Conservation seeks a painting conservator for a leadership role in our Houston studio. We seek a devoted and curious person with a sense of humor and, ideally, a love of spicy foods and warm, humid weather. For more information, visit the AIC job board. Job posting opening date May 15, 2025. Closing date July 15, 2025. Questions directed to Jill Whitten, jill@whittenandproctor.com, 832-338-8171 

June 4, 2025
Assistant Conservator of Textiles, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Williamsburg, VA (USA)

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation (CWF) is seeking applications for an Assistant Conservator of Textile Conservation. The Foundation brings history to life for new generations through careful research, conservation and preservation and by providing immersive programming and authentic resources for learners, educators and researchers throughout the world. Located in Williamsburg, Virginia, it is the largest living history museum in the US. Its textile collection is intensively studied and displayed to inform CWF's educational mission. Numbering over 10,000 items, the Foundation collects decorative art textiles and garments up to 1840 and folk art items up to today. We are now accepting applications here. To apply, please review the position description, submit a letter of interest and CV/resume, and complete the online application.