Subject: Position at Freer Gallery
The Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C., seek applicants for the following position: Conservator Objects Conservator: Performs duties that support the conservation, research, and exhibition activities of the galleries: examining and conserving works of art in the galleries' collection, which include objects composed of glass, ceramics, metals, stone, lacquer, and wood; preparing object condition reports; conducting tests of object materials; developing and implementing treatment proposals and plans; preparing documentation related to conservation activities. Qualified candidates will have knowledge of techniques, materials, and methodologies related to the conservation of works of art; the ability to conduct research and to write technical and non-technical materials. Special consideration will be given to experience in the conservation of archaeological and historic glass and ceramics. Federal civil service position with benefits. Salary $28,964-$45,561 per year commensurate with experience. Appl. deadline: 07-08-94. Announcement #FSG-94-004. To receive an application package for this announcement, call (202) 357-4880 ext. 444 to leave a voice message. Contact: Toni Lake, Executive Asst. to the Director, (202) 357-4880 ext. 206. Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Christopher Maines, Conservation Scientist Freer and Sackler Galleries Smithsonian Institution, MRC 707 1150 Independence Ave. SW Washington DC 20560 202-357-4880 x289 Fax: 202-633-9474 *** Conservation DistList Instance 7:82 Distributed: Monday, May 16, 1994 Message Id: cdl-7-82-011 ***Received on Friday, 13 May, 1994