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CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS

Assistant or Associate Paintings Conservator

Williamstown + Atlanta Art Conservation Center

May 2025

 

The Williamstown + Atlanta Art Conservation Center seeks a qualified and motivated paintings conservator at the assistant or associate level to join our team at our Stone Hill Center location in Williamstown, MA. This is a fantastic opportunity for an early to mid-career conservator who seeks to gain experience in practical conservation treatment, project management, and teaching. This a one-year contract position with the possibility for renewal.

 

You would be joining a team of four multi-disciplined conservators that work on a wide range of paintings, from the 14th century to modern and contemporary. The selected candidate will work closely with our colleagues in our paper, objects, and furniture & frames, Atlanta’s four paper, paintings, and objects conservators, and a team technicians and specialists, in developing a cross-disciplinary, collaborative approach to the treatment and care of art and material culture. Work is supported by a conservation analytical lab and close relationships with key academic departments to integrate technical and art historical analysis into conservation methodology. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with museums, academic institutions, private collectors, and the public.

 

Outreach and professional development are integral to our mission as a regional center. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest and experience in education and preservation outreach. Please see past issues of our Art Conservator publication to see what our community of conservators has been working on and the scope of projects that come through W+AACC.

 

Duties of this position:

  • Design and carry out examination and conservation treatment on a wide range of paintings from the 14th century to the 21st century
  • Design and perform a range of collection surveys, institutional assessments and consultations
  • Complete work each day toward W+AACC projects.
  • Collaborate with other conservation and collections professionals in developing and performing treatments and preventive care activities
  • Communicate with collection stewards regarding inquiries and projects, in coordination with W+AACC’s administrative staff
  • Interact professionally with a broad range of people concerning conservation and preservation, both in person, over the phone, and via electronic communications
  • Perform onsite work which may involve organizational assessments, collection surveys, examinations, treatments, and consulting
  • Work with colleagues in other specializations and oversee interns and volunteers as needed
  • Actively participate in W+AACC’s education programs – teaching, lecturing, and leading tours including sessions of Williams College graduate art history class (ART508).
  • Represent W+AACC in meetings with potential clients, donors, and other professionals
  • Participate in staff meetings and in hiring new staff
  • Stay current with theoretical discourse, best practice, and innovation in the field

 

Applicant Requirements:

  • A Master’s degree in conservation OR equivalent educational experience
  • To be considered at the associate level, 7+ years of post-graduate conservation experience is required.
  • Active membership in the American Institute for Conservation
  • Demonstrated versatility in the performance of techniques and materials used to treat a wide variety of paintings
  • Experience with or strong knowledge of structural repair, including lining
  • Demonstrated experience with the use of the Modular Cleaning Program and/or methodology for the cleaning of unvarnished surfaces (i.e. modern oil or acrylic)
  • Experience with integrating technical analysis into treatment methodologies
  • Excellent communication, time management, and interactive skills for frequent collaboration on projects with other departments and member professionals
  • Ability to travel to onsite projects in the surrounding region and beyond, as required
  • Ability to work on scaffolding indoors and out, stand for prolonged periods, and lift 40lbs
  • Have a valid driver’s license, and be legally able to work in the United States
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

 

Compensation + Benefits:

  • The salary range for the assistant level is $56,000-$62,000. The salary range for the associate level is $65,000-$75,000. The salary offered will be commensurate with experience.
  • A competitive benefits package is offered including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 403b with 5% employer match, holidays, vacation sick, personal, and research days.
  • A professional development allowance of $1,500 is provided towards workshops and conferences and support for half of the membership dues in the American Institute for Conservation is provided.

 

To Apply send a letter of interest, a portfolio demonstrating three treatments that address the requirements of the position, and a CV to Maggie Barkovic at [email protected] 

 

Applications are requested as soon as possible. Interviews will begin as qualified applications are received. The position will remain open until filled.

 

Inquiries regarding can be directed to Maggie Barkovic at [email protected].