Harvard University Art Museums
Andrew W. Mellon Research Fellow, Conservation Science
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies is seeking a
post-doctoral scientist for a 3-year research fellowship in the field
of conservation science. Report to the Senior Conservation Scientist.
Work with scientists, conservators, conservation interns, curators
and academic art historians on research projects. Utilize a broad
range of art and artists' materials collections in the Art Museums
and other institutions. Foci will be shared between traditional and
modern/contemporary artists' materials and techniques. Organize
workshops and symposia to engage others in examining issues related
to conservation science research. Document findings. Provide
analytical services to the Straus Center conservators and research
curators in the study and preservation of the collection. Assist with
instrument maintenance and repair as necessary, and in training
others to use the instruments.
Required Skills, Education & Experience:
Basic requirements: Ph.D. in chemistry/physical science combined with
a demonstrated interest in the visual arts; experimental research
experience; experience with microscopy of diverse types of image
analysis. Additional requirements: The successful candidate will have
a high level of scientific achievement and a serious interest in a
career as a scientist in the museum field; must have ability to
conduct academic research; strong oral and written communications
skills; advanced computational skills; a record of publication or
presentation preferred; knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferred.
Additional Information:
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation funds this 3-year research
fellowship. The Straus Center has a long history of
multi-disciplinary collaboration between scientists, curators and art
historians. The Harvard University Art Museums (HUAM) houses
world-renowned art collections and significant study collections of
art and artists' materials. Renovated laboratories are equipped with
microscopes (polarizing light and reflectance/UV fluorescence),
FT-IR, XRD, XRF, X-radiography, and GC-MS. Beyond the resources of
the Center, Harvard University offers access to specialized
analytical equipment and a large scientific community.
Application Instructions:
Please apply online via the Harvard University Jobs Website at
www.jobs.harvard.edu, Requisition #27059. If you have any questions,
please contact the HUAM Human Resources office at 617.496.5864 or
[log in to unmask] The HUAM requires a pre-employment
reference and background screening. Harvard University is an
Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.
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