Photography Conservator - Flexible Working & Impact

National Galleries of Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,944 - 38,218; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Flexible working

Job summary

An esteemed art institution in the UK is seeking a knowledgeable Photography Conservator to enhance the care and interpretation of its extensive photography collection. This role involves delivering conservation advice for exhibitions, maintaining high standards of collections care, and collaborating with other departments. Successful candidates will hold a recognized qualification in photographic conservation, possess relevant experience, and be committed to professional development. A full-time position offers a competitive salary range and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable specialism in photographs and related materials.
• Proven work experience in conservation post-education/training.
• Willingness to gain knowledge of non-paper-based photograph materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver conservation input for exhibitions involving photographic materials.
• Provide conservation advice for new acquisitions and digitisation programmes.
• Maintain the collection and implement preventive measures.

Skills

Knowledge of photographic conservation

Experience in museums sector

Condition surveying skills

Ability to research and publish

Education

Recognised qualification in paper or photographic conservation

Professional accreditation through ICON PACR scheme

Job description

An esteemed art institution in the UK is seeking a knowledgeable Photography Conservator to enhance the care and interpretation of its extensive photography collection. This role involves delivering conservation advice for exhibitions, maintaining high standards of collections care, and collaborating with other departments. Successful candidates will hold a recognized qualification in photographic conservation, possess relevant experience, and be committed to professional development. A full-time position offers a competitive salary range and generous benefits.