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Project Conservator

Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures💼 Full-time💰 $61,500–$61,500🗓 2026-08-05 → 2026-09-26

Core

Conserve, document, and research a 282-piece glazed brick façade from the Sin Temple at Khorsabad, Iraq, while maintaining the conservation laboratory and supporting public engagement.

Role type

Objects conservator (archaeological ceramics)

Builds

Long-term preservation of archaeological artifacts and conservation documentation

Domain

Museum conservation / Archaeology

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Conservation treatment, technical examination, written documentation, laboratory maintenance, analytical instrumentation operation, research, public outreach, ethical compliance

Preferred skills

Archaeological objects experience, museum collection experience, XRF, SEM, Raman spectroscopy, project management

Technologies

Microscopes, X-ray equipment, XRF, SEM, Raman spectroscopy

Responsibilities

Perform conservation treatment and stabilization of glazed bricks; Prepare and maintain comprehensive conservation documentation; Maintain the Conservation Laboratory and manage supplies; Operate microscopes and analytical instrumentation; Conduct research on conservation procedures; Provide public lectures and presentations; Ensure compliance with AIC and IIC guidelines; Analyze priority for treatment and manage conservation budget

Seniority

Mid-level IC (2-5 years experience required, 5+ preferred)

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