Description
We are seeking an experienced Conservator to play a central role in safeguarding our collection during a transformational Masterplan programme.
In this role, you will lead and deliver on the conservation of a range of objects, with a particular focus on stone, wall paintings and mosaic objects, ensuring the highest standards of care throughout a period of significant change. Conservation work area supervision and line management are especially integral aspects of this role.
This is a brand-new conservation team who will contribute to one of the world's most comprehensive cultural heritage redevelopment programmes. This is an exciting opportunity for a flexible, creative and innovative individual.
- A recognised professional conservation qualification (degree level or equivalent) with an emphasis on stone, wall paintings and mosaics conservation. Ideally, you will also have post-graduate training in conservation leading to specialism relevant to the project and have or be working towards PACR accreditation.
- Strong practical experience in conserving stone, wall paintings and mosaics.
- Experience working on complex, large scale projects.
- Post qualification experience of working in the heritage sector, ideally with experience of working with a large collection.
- Understanding of mechanisms involved in material deterioration.
- Demonstrable knowledge of contemporary principles, conservation theory and ethical decision making.
- Staff management experience and ability to lead, motivate and develop teams, including delivering training.
- Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Strong communication skills with experience presenting to multiple audiences
- Carry out practical conservation of stone, wall paintings and mosaic objects.
- Coordinate conservation workflow across teams to ensure timely project delivery. Working closely with the Conservation Senior Management Team.
- Line manage and develop Conservators within your team, as well as motivating and developing other staff.
- Work closely with stakeholders including Senior Management, Collections Management, Curatorial teams and project stakeholders to provide expert advice.
- Maintain and improve conservation procedures and processes, as well as new preventative conservation measures as appropriate, relating to the safeguarding of the collection.
- Contribute to outreach through public speaking, publishing and advocacy for the Museum.
- Prepare funding bids, tender documents and support income generating initiatives.
All applications should be made via the British Museum website.