Paper Conservator

The University of Reading are looking for a Paper Conservator to conserve collections spanning a wide range of archive, museum, art and library material including three Designated collections of national and international significance. The Paper Conservator will be joining a multidisciplinary team to deliver a range of conservation treatments for paper and related collections to support curatorial and access needs. The postholder will provide specialist advice, monitor collections and assist in preparing materials for research use, display and exhibitions, as and when required.

You will have :

• A postgraduate degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Conservation (Paper)
• The ability to demonstrate professional judgment in assessing conservation requirements and implementing conservation treatments to paper-based collections
• The ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload effectively
• Demonstrable relevant experience working in a museum, research library or archive institution

Contact details for advert

Contact Name Caroline Gould
Contact Job Title Principal Archivist
Contact Email address c.l.gould@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name Isabel Hughes
Alternative Contact Job Title Associate Director, Curatorial and Public Engagement
Alternative Contact Email address i.m.hughes@reading.ac.uk

Closing date: 2 March 2025
Interviews will be held: 21 March 2025

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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