Preventive Conservator: Data-Driven Preservation & Backlog

Yale Cancer Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 145,250; Full time

Job summary

Yale University Library seeks a preventive conservator based in New Haven to shape preservation for diverse collections. You will analyze backlog, assess risks, and develop a phased remediation plan, combining materials science with project management.

You will design survey methodologies, manage data, collaborate with curators and processing staff, and contribute to environmental monitoring and disaster recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in conservation or equivalent experience.
• Experience with preventive conservation for library/archival formats.
• Ability to design large-scale collection surveys and assess condition.
• Strong data analysis and written communication skills.
• Experience with collection management systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement conservation treatments for rare materials.
• Conduct item-level condition surveys and document findings.
• Collaborate with curators, archivists, and staff on preservation options.
• Prepare reports, data visualizations, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Assist with environmental monitoring and disaster recovery efforts.

Skills

Conservation

Survey design

Data analysis

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Master's degree in conservation

Tools

Excel

Access

Job description

Yale University Library seeks a preventive conservator based in New Haven to shape preservation for diverse collections. You will analyze backlog, assess risks, and develop a phased remediation plan, combining materials science with project management.

You will design survey methodologies, manage data, collaborate with curators and processing staff, and contribute to environmental monitoring and disaster recovery efforts.