Conservation Lab Supervisor – Fine Art & Collections

Smithsonian Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smithsonian Institution’s conservation laboratory at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden is seeking a conservation specialist. This role requires demonstrated experience examining and treating fine art objects, documenting conditions and treatments, and monitoring environmental risks to collections.

Responsibilities include supervising conservation staff, managing project budgets, and preserving the museum’s irreplaceable works.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience examining and treating fine art objects.
• Documenting object conditions and conservation treatments.
• Monitoring environmental conditions and identifying risks to collections.
• Managing project budgets.
• Supervising and mentoring conservation staff.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat fine art objects in the conservation lab.
• Document conditions and conservation treatments for records.
• Monitor environmental conditions and identify risks to the collection.
• Assist in budget management and supervise conservation staff.

Skills

Conservation experience

Budget management

Staff supervision

Documentation of conditions

Job description

The Smithsonian Institution’s conservation laboratory at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden is seeking a conservation specialist. This role requires demonstrated experience examining and treating fine art objects, documenting conditions and treatments, and monitoring environmental risks to collections.

Responsibilities include supervising conservation staff, managing project budgets, and preserving the museum’s irreplaceable works.