Position at National Museums of Scotland

Textile Conservator - Period Appointment
National Museums of Scotland

The National Museums of Scotland are seeking a qualified and
experienced textile conservator to work as part of a small team on
the conservation of embroideries for a temporary exhibition 'Textile
Treasures', which is due to open in November 2001.

The post is within the Textile and Paper section of the Department
of Conservation and Analytical Research. It will be based in the
studios at the Royal Museum, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, although it
is likely that some of the work will be carried out at the Granton
Research Centre.

Applicants should have a degree, or equivalent academic
qualification, followed by a recognised qualification in textile
conservation, and at least one to two years' relevant experience.
They must have a high level of practical skill, be well organised
and be able to work effectively and efficiently, with a minimum of
supervision.

The post is on a fixed term basis for a period of one year, starting
in September 2000.

Salary on appointment will be between UKP12,330 and UKP15,119
depending on qualifications and experience.

Further information and an application form, to be completed and
returned by Monday 31 July 2000, may be obtained by calling in
person at the Royal Museum's Information Desk, or by telephoning +44
131 247 4094 (answerphone). Please state clearly the post you are
applying for and quote reference NMS00/15. An Equal Opportunities
Employer. Lynn McClean


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