Conservation Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom British Museum Full time

**Job Title:** Conservation Specialist

The British Museum is seeking a highly skilled Conservation Specialist to join its team. As a key member of the Department of Collection Care, you will be responsible for leading the care of the collection through preventive conservation measures and coordinating conservation-related activities.

  • To independently assess collection condition and propose environmental management solutions for long-term storage and preservation.
  • To lead on the care of the collection through environment monitoring, reporting, data analysis, and supporting Integrated Pest Management across collection storage.
  • To act as lead conservation liaison and coordinator for preventive conservation projects, ensuring effective delivery to time and budget.

About the Role:

  • Developing and implementing preventive conservation strategies to ensure the long-term preservation of the collection.
  • Coordinating conservation-related activities, including environment monitoring, reporting, and data analysis.
  • Liaising with internal stakeholders to deliver projects and achieve departmental goals.

About You:

  • Recognised professional conservation qualification to degree level or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with collection storage related activities and strong understanding of mechanisms involved in material deterioration.
  • Excellent knowledge of contemporary principles and practice in preventive conservation.

Salary: £37,783 per annum (plus benefits)

Location: London, UK

About the British Museum: The British Museum is a world-renowned institution with a collection spanning over two million years of human history and culture.



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