Description
In this role, you will care for the collection, ensuring the long-term stability and protection, through a combination of interventive and preventive measures for a range of objects, including large objects, with a particular focus on stone, wall paintings and mosaics.
The British Museum is embarking on a transformational Masterplan programme - an ambitious, long term redevelopment of our galleries and collection spaces. We are seeking a Conservator: Masterplan to help safeguard our collection during a major large object decant and associated critical projects.
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 professional conservation qualification (degree level or equivalent) with specialism in stone, wall paintings and mosaics.
- Strong practical skills in conserving a range of object types, with a particular focus on stone, wall paintings and mosaics.
- Understanding of material deterioration, conservation theory, ethical decision making and preventive conservation principles.
- Experience in display-related activities and familiarity with health & safety considerations.
- Good IT skills across a range of systems.
- Ability to manage detailed conservation work under pressure and plan your workload effectively.
- Experience solving problems independently and delivering work to time and budget.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence presenting publicly.
- Carry out practical conservation treatments with a focus on stone, wall paintings and mosaic objects.
- Support the large-object decant project, caring for objects relocated to storage.
- Maintain and apply conservation procedures, ensuring best practice.
- Work collaboratively across Conservation, Collection Care and Moves, and other Museum departments.
- Uphold the latest health and safety standards ensuring best practice.
- Contribute to public outreach through talks, publishing, and advocacy.
- Support documentation, surveys, data analysis and the development of new conservation approaches.
All applications should be made via the British Museum website.