Associate Conservator of Objects and Sculpture
Core
Performs condition reports, examinations, treatments, and preventive care for three-dimensional objects across diverse cultures and time periods; conducts research, publishes findings, and teaches courses on artists' materials and technical examination.
Role type
Associate Conservator of Objects and Sculpture
Builds
Preserves and studies three-dimensional art objects for Harvard Art Museums, University Loans, and external clients
Domain
Museum conservation of 3D objects (ancient to contemporary)
Required skills
conservation treatments, preventive care, condition reporting, scholarly research, publication, teaching, project management, technical study of 3D objects, analytical techniques (X-radiography, XRF, FT-IR, Raman spectroscopy, SEM-EDS, GC-MS), state-of-the-art imaging tools, manual dexterity
Preferred skills
experience with large-scale project management, interdisciplinary collaboration
Technologies
X-radiography, XRF, FT-IR, Raman spectroscopy, SEM-EDS, GC-MS, digital photography, multi-band imaging, reflectance transformation imaging
Responsibilities
Perform condition reports, surveys, examinations, and treatments for 3D objects; prepare documentation for exhibitions and loans; conduct preventive care (dusting, pest management, microclimate monitoring); mentor fellows and students; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; initiate and collaborate on technical research; publish findings; lead tours and public talks
Seniority
Mid-level IC with 5+ years experience