[padg] Position at Cornell

[Michele Brown <mb72@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

For information about the following position, please contact Michele
Brown (607 255-2484 or mb72@xxxxxxxxxxx).

However, you must apply online:

http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/

Preservation Asst V - Assistant Book Conservator ? 07437

The Cornell University Library Preservation and Collection
Maintenance department is seeking an Assistant Book Conservator who will
be responsible for the conservation treatment of rare and unique library
materials contained in the Native American collection. The collection
encompasses more than 4,000 rare books, several significant manuscript
collections, as well as photographs, artwork, and related materials.
Under the direction of the Book Conservator and following professional
standards, the Assistant will carry out complex conservation treatment
consisting of: analysis and replication of historic structures,
conservation of paper and parchment via aqueous and chemical treatment,
re-sewing in a variety of styles, leather and vellum rebinding/binding
restoration, gold and blind tooling, and construction of clamshell boxes
and other enclosures.
 
This is a two-year grant-funded position.

Qualifications
Bachelors with 2-4 years experience or equivalent combination. 
Extensive knowledge of book and manuscript conservation techniques as
evidenced by: degree/diploma in conservation, and/or apprenticeship
completion certificate, and/ or other verifiable certification of
advanced training and education. Expertise in leather binding and
restoration. At least one year of experience beyond training. 
Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Candidates will be
asked to submit a portfolio. Preferred: Minimum of two years
experience beyond training in a conservation facility.  
 
No relocation assistance is provided for this position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.