Chemist (Preservation Scientist)

Library-of-Congress; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Library of Congress in Washington, DC seeks highly skilled professionals to advance knowledge through analysis of chemical, physical, optical, and heritage materials. You will contribute to research, data analytics, and preservation science across its vast collections.

Applicants should be capable of communicating findings, preparing reports, and collaborating with colleagues to design and implement scientific studies that support conservation and access for the American public.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of routine and state-of-the-art chemical, physical, optical and/or heritage science methods of analysis.
• Ability to design, plan and implement scientific programs, projects or studies.
• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and techniques of the material and/or heritage science discipline.
• Knowledge of current preservation and conservation research in the field of cultural heritage or material science.
• Ability to communicate and interact with others.
• Ability to prepare reports, advanced data analytics and data visualizations, and written studies.
• Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Skills

Heritage science methods

Data visualization

Scientific program design

Written reports & analytics

Communication skills

Job description

The Library of Congress shares its vast collections of books, manuscripts, photographs, maps, audiovisual materials, and priceless artifacts to cultivate curiosity and spark imagination. We engage, inspire, and inform Congress and the American people with a universal and enduring source of knowledge and creativity.

We seekhighly talentedprofessionals to join a vibrant and collaborative community. Your work here will have lasting impact on theLibraryand its users well into the future.

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.

Knowledge of routine and state-of-the-art chemical, physical, optical and/or heritage science methods of analysis.**

Ability to design, plan and implement scientific programs, projects or studies.**

Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and techniques of the material and/or heritage science discipline.**

Knowledge of current preservation and conservation research in the field of cultural heritage or material science.**

Ability to communicate and interact with others.

Ability to prepare reports, advanced data analytics and data visualizations, and written studies.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.