Paper Conservation Fellowship: Advanced Training & Research

Museum of Fine Arts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston invites applications for the Claire W. and Richard P. Morse Fellowship for Advanced Training in Conservation of Works on Paper.

This two-year appointment begins in fall 2027 and may be extended for a third year. Under the direction of the Head of Paper Conservation, the fellow will assist in daily operations of the Deknatel Paper Conservation Lab, undertake research and treatment of art on paper, and contribute to documentation, preventive conservation, and

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in conservation and at least one year of practical experience beyond graduation.
• Excellent written, photo documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of the Deknatel Paper Conservation Lab.
• Undertake research, in-depth examination, and treatment of artworks on paper.
• Document artworks, participate in preventive conservation, storage and exhibition planning.
• Collaborate with conservators, conservation scientists, collections care specialists, curators, and staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in conservation

Job description

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston invites applications for the Claire W. and Richard P. Morse Fellowship for Advanced Training in Conservation of Works on Paper.

This two-year appointment begins in fall 2027 and may be extended for a third year. Under the direction of the Head of Paper Conservation, the fellow will assist in daily operations of the Deknatel Paper Conservation Lab, undertake research and treatment of art on paper, and contribute to documentation, preventive conservation, and