Share Email Opening Title Objects Conservator  Description The Objects Conservator for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will be primarily responsible for the treatment of objects in the Museum’s permanent collection. The ideal candidate must have experience with examination and treatment of a wide variety of contemporary and modern art objects. Experience with contemporary and historic film-related objects including historic film technology equipment is desirable. Reports to: Head of Registration and Collection Management Duties and Responsibilities Examines and treats a broad range of objects, often composed of unorthodox or unusual materials with appropriate photographic and written documentation, adhering to the AIC’s Code of Ethics. This includes but is not limited to: identifying structure and components, classifying condition issues and determining treatment plans. These processes may include cleaning, structural consolidation and compensation procedures, and recommendations for appropriate preventative conservation measures as well as storage solutions. Assists with the development of preservation policies and helps establish appropriate conservation methods for storage, handling, technical examination, identification, display, and transport for all artifacts in the Museum’s collections or care. Advises other staff as necessary including curators, collection processors, registrars, preparators and installation crew on the safe care, handling and storage of artifacts. Examines collection material and makes recommendations regarding condition of the material for display and travel. Collaborates with other departments to safely prepare, install, and exhibit objects for internal or external museum exhibitions. Ensures environmental conditions of collection vaults and exhibition galleries are monitored and recorded. Works with the department head, facilities, security and building managers to troubleshoot issues as needed. Other duties may include condition checks for objects from incoming and outgoing loans, technical examination of objects considered for purchase, deinstallation, transport, unpacking and packing of crates and other movement requiring proper handling. May act as courier of collection objects when necessary. Supervises fellows, assistants and other contract conservators. Collaborates with conservators in other Academy departments. May also collaborate with film industry experts. Manages and maintains the conservation laboratory in the Museum building as well as organizes and sustains supply inventories for the laboratory in accordance with appropriate health and safety guidelines. Determines need for new and additional equipment and recommends their purchase. Maintains awareness of current conservation techniques by reading current literature, attending lectures/workshops, etc. Contributes to the field by publishing research. Regularly networks with professional colleagues and actively participates in professional organizations concerning the conservation of art and archives. Other duties as assigned.   Position Requirements Master’s degree in art conservation or equivalent with a specialization in object conservation. A minimum of 5 years of object conservation experience is required, additional education, training and experience in conservation highly desirable. A portfolio of relevant work is required. Knowledge of and experience with the care and maintenance of a variety of modern and contemporary art objects that may include painted and unpainted objects made of metal, wood, stone, ceramic, plastic, rubber, wax, mixed media, or other unique materials and installations that include electrical components and that are both small and oversized. Experience with the use of various examination aids such as ultra violet light, I-R reflectography and beta-radiography and knowledge of analytical instrumentation and its applications. The position requires work performed in the galleries and in a normal laboratory environment, including long periods of standing, recurring bending, stopping, stretching, reaching or similar activities. Physical strength and manual dexterity in handling and treating objects is a requirement. The incumbent works in a laboratory environment containing moderately hazardous to hazardous chemicals and flammable solvents, and is required to be aware of and to use special safety precautions to prevent exposure to such agents. Must have a valid passport and driver’s license and be willing to travel domestically and internationally as necessary. Travel between local Academy buildings is required. The incumbent will have strong project management, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills and will collaborate with contract conservation staff when necessary. Demonstrated computer and related technology skills; proficiency with library/museum databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and digital photo editing. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and work collaboratively with other Academy staffs. Membership and participation in major conservation associations such as AIC or IIC.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Position Objects Conservator   Location Los Angeles   About the Organization The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 10,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.   EOE Statement The Academy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating and valuing diversity in its workforce. Maintaining a diverse workforce is important to the Academy. The Academy enforces a strict policy that prohibits discrimination in hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, or termination, whether on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or genetic information. This includes a workplace that is free of all forms of harassment. Also, to help foster diversity, the Academy uses programs that ensure fairness of opportunity, pay, and growth to all applicants and employees. Every employee of the Academy is required to follow this policy and to preserve the Academy’s commitment to diversity.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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