Conservator, Paper

This role requires a qualified and experienced paper conservator. They will be working with a diverse range of works on paper and caring for the largest group of works in the National Collection. The position requires undertaking complex treatments with minimal supervision to meet the Gallery's exciting lending and exhibition programme. They will also be experienced in preparing the collection for storage, transportation and contribute to research into the manufacture, materials and techniques and condition of works of art on paper and photographs, including Asian, contemporary and 3D works on paper.
This position reports to the Senior Paper Conservator and is responsible for supporting the paper conservation team comprising of three paper conservators and three mount cutters/framers. This role will also see you responsible for all aspects of caring for and preparing works of art for exhibition, loans and storage.
The position also assists with scheduling, installation and providing care and scheduling information to a wide range of gallery stakeholders. This position also assists the Senior Conservator with budgeting, ordering and corporate reporting, analysis, research and training other staff in the care of the collection.
An order of merit may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
If you do not wish to be added to an order of merit, please notify us in your application.
This Conservator, Paper position is an ongoing full-time role with the Conservation team.
The key duties of the position include
In accordance with the APS 6 work level standards, you will:

• Assist the Senior Paper Conservator in managing the routine operations of the Paper Conservation section.
• Carry out the examination, conservation, and restoration of the Gallery's collection of works of art on paper and photographs, including preparation for exhibition and loans, transportation and storage.
• Maintain documentation on all treatments undertaken and prepare condition reports and advice on inward and outward loans, new acquisitions, work activities and project scheduling.
• Liaise with Curatorial staff, Registration and other technical staff and advise the Senior Paper Conservator on the conservation needs of the works on paper and photographic collection, including its display, packing and storage.
• Supervise subordinate staff and student conservators as required.
• Participate in and contribute to research programs on artists' materials and techniques and conservation materials and techniques relevant to the care of the Gallery's collections as required.
• Provide support to the conservation team and undertake other duties as directed by the Head of Conservation and the Senior Paper Conservator to assist with disaster response and achievement of goals.