Museum Conservation Specialist

24 hours ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

We are recruiting for a Museum Conservation Specialist to work with our natural history collections. As a specialist in this field, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise while contributing to the conservation of our valuable collections.

Your key responsibilities will include providing museum conservation treatments to exhibits and stored collections, as well as assisting with the management of preventive conservation. You will work closely with our conservators to ensure the long-term preservation of our natural history collections.

To be successful in this role, you will need a recognised professional conservation qualification to degree level or equivalent, with emphasis on the conservation of natural history collections. Knowledge and experience in the conservation of natural history collections would be desirable but training will be provided.

This role offers a competitive salary of £29,500 - £32,000 per annum, depending on experience. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.



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