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)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
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