Assistant Photograph Conservator (21-Month Project)

The-Morgan-Library-; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Morgan Library & Museum invites applications for a full-time, project-based Assistant Photograph Conservator in a small, expert team dedicated to preserving its photography collections.

The 21-month term runs December 2026 through August 2028, reporting to the Sherman Fairchild Director of Conservation. Responsibilities include examination, documentation, technical study, and treatment, plus preventive housing, storage, imaging, and display work.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (M.A., M.S.) in conservation or equivalent training; minimum 2 years in photography or paper conservation.
• Experience with photographic materials and treatments; ability to document and justify interventions.
• Familiarity with imaging and digital tools used in artifact study and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Examine, document, study technically, and treat a sizeable incoming photography collection.
• Participate in preventive conservation: housing, storage, imaging, and display considerations.
• Collaborate with conservation staff and departments; maintain rigorous written and photographic documentation.

Skills

Photography conservation

Documentation

Observation and interpretation

Written/verbal communication

Manual dexterity

Education

Master's degree in conservation

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Bridge

RAW processing

Conservation Studio

The Museum System (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Morgan Library & Museum invites applications for a full-time, project-based Assistant Photograph Conservator in a small, expert team dedicated to preserving its photography collections.

The 21-month term runs December 2026 through August 2028, reporting to the Sherman Fairchild Director of Conservation. Responsibilities include examination, documentation, technical study, and treatment, plus preventive housing, storage, imaging, and display work.