Book conservator
The University of Aberdeen
The University of Aberdeen is about to complete the construction of
a new University Library, Special Collections Centre and
Conservation Centre. The Glucksman Conservation Centre will be a
state-of-the-art facility for the conservation of the University's
extensive collections of rare books, manuscripts and archives.
Following the recent appointment of a Senior Conservator, we are now
looking to recruit a Paper Conservator and a Book Conservator to
join the team.
Paper conservator
(Grade 5, UKP25,101 - UKP28,251)
Ref 1202461
The postholder will be responsible for the conservation of the
University's paper-based and flat items but will also play a
wider preservation role; undertaking conservation surveys;
monitoring environmental conditions; preparing material from the
collections for exhibition display; and contributing to the
outreach and learning programme to be delivered in the new
University Library. Successful candidates will have a good first
degree in a relevant subject and a post-graduate qualification
in paper conservation. They will have practical experience in
the conservation and preservation of paper-based material in a
laboratory/studio environment. They will be passionate about the
profession and have or be committed to attaining ICON (Institute
of Conservation) accreditation.
Further particulars can be found at
Closing date: 19 September 2011
Interviews: 9 + 10 October 2011
Book conservator
(Grade 5, UKP25,101 - UKP28,251)
Ref 1202450
The postholder will be responsible for the conservation of the
University's book and codex-form items but will also play a
wider preservation role; undertaking conservation surveys;
monitoring environmental conditions; preparing material from the
collections for exhibition display; and contributing to the
outreach and learning programme to be delivered in the new
University Library. Successful candidates will have a good first
degree in a relevant subject and a post-graduate qualification
in rare books conservation. They will have practical experience
in the conservation and preservation of rare books in a
laboratory/studio environment. They will be passionate about the
profession and have or be committed to attaining ICON (Institute
of Conservation) accreditation.
Further particulars can be found at
Closing date: 19 September 2011
Interviews: 9-10 October 2011
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