Conservator — Organic Objects (2-Year Contract)

National Heritage Board (NHB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Heritage Board (NHB) in Singapore is seeking a Conservator to manage conservation work on the National Collection, emphasizing organic materials. You will apply, develop and research techniques while supporting exhibitions, loans and events across NHB and the Visual Arts Cluster.

The role involves upgrading the conservation lab, potential supervision of junior staff, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders within a multi-cultural environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Conservation from a recognized institution.
• At least 6 years of relevant practical experience in organic objects conservation.
• Ability to carry out complex treatments with manual dexterity and aesthetic sensitivity.
• Ability to develop and execute heritage science and conservation research.
• Experience with Southeast Asia cultural materials preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Ability to coach and impart conservation skills.
• Ability to adapt in a multilingual/multiracial environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out conservation assessments, documentation and treatments on artworks and artefacts from the National Collection according to NHB procedures.
• Manage exhibition projects as liaison officer to cover conservation-related and administrative aspects.
• Perform conservation analysis and tests contributing to preservation knowledge.
• Possibly participate in conservation study or research projects including publication.
• Contribute to upgrading and maintenance of the conservation lab.
• Provide supervision and on-the-job training as required.
• Participate in work groups on conservation topics and institutional excellence.
• Engage in outreach activities to promote conservation awareness.

Skills

Conservation expertise

Manual dexterity

Aesthetic sensitivity

Heritage research

Multicultural collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Conservation

Job description

National Heritage Board (NHB) in Singapore is seeking a Conservator to manage conservation work on the National Collection, emphasizing organic materials. You will apply, develop and research techniques while supporting exhibitions, loans and events across NHB and the Visual Arts Cluster.

The role involves upgrading the conservation lab, potential supervision of junior staff, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders within a multi-cultural environment.