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Heritage Conservation Scientist

1 month ago

Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Heritage Conservation Scientist to join our team at the National Trust. As the first materials-focused conservation scientist at the National Trust, you will develop infrastructure, standards, and processes to ensure our sample collection is findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop nationally agreed standards for sampling, documentation, and data management
  • Manage the paint sample collection, holding a national perspective and coordinating role for these tiny cultural assets
  • Support the set-up, organisation, and development of the paint sample collection, including the purchase and maintenance of equipment and the research facility
  • Conduct thematic and object-based research, co-developing some strands with curators and conservators

Requirements

  • Qualification in conservation/heritage science [paint & coatings] or able to demonstrate relevant equivalent achievements
  • Knowledge of the science and technologies used in analysis and technical examination of objects and interiors
  • Advanced IT skills and numeracy
  • Experience in the preparation of training materials and training delivery
  • Consulting skills: listening, building trust, and delivering a quality service
  • Communication skills, including public speaking and writing

About the National Trust

The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve.

Benefits

  • Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
  • Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest, and your children (under 18)
  • Rental deposit loan scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • EV car lease scheme
  • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
  • Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria
  • Flexible working whenever possible
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Free parking at most Trust places