Description
The Midwest Art Conservation Center (MACC) in Minneapolis, MN seeks applicants for a paper conservator. This is a full-time position with occasional travel.
MACC is a nonprofit center providing comprehensive services in Paintings, Objects, Paper, Textiles, and Preventive Conservation. The staff of fourteen is collaborative, collegial, and works innovatively with the curatorial and collection professionals at hundreds of non-profit collecting institutions including fine art museums, historical societies, universities, Native cultural centers, city governments, libraries, and archives. In addition, MACC works with private individuals and businesses. MACC laboratories are located within the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
The paper lab sees a broad and diverse range of works on paper from all periods and world cultures. As an active member of the paper lab the conservator will examine works of art, produce proposals, carry out conservation treatments, and consult with clients. The conservator will also provide recommendations for proper storage and display, such as environmental parameters, light levels, and use of archival materials. The conservator may travel offsite to carry out condition surveys or examine unique objects that cannot travel to the MACC labs. The conservator will also contribute to MACC’s preventive conservation and public education programming.
Requirements
Applicants must have an advanced degree in art conservation with a specialization in paper conservation. A minimum of 3 years post graduate experience is preferred. The title, responsibilities, and salary will be commensurate with experience. The position provides an annual salary of $72,000 - $96,000 along with generous benefits including medical, dental, 403B contributions, vacation and sick time, AIC membership, and professional development. The position is open to US citizens and others with legal eligibility to work in the US.
If you are interested in working in an active and engaging atmosphere, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and list of three references to:
Tova Brandt
Executive Director
Midwest Art Conservation Center
tbrandt@preserveart.org
612-870-3148
Position is open until filled. Applicant review will begin June 1.
