Jobs

Posting for an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Objects Conservation

October 10, 2025

The Institute of Fine Arts of New York University seeks applications for a full-time faculty appointment in Objects Conservation.

Asian Cultural Council: Open Call for Fellowship Applications and Oct. 15 Info Session

October 10, 2025

The Asian Cultural Council is currently accepting applications for its four fellowship and grant and grant programs that advance cultural exchange opportunities between communities in Asia and the U.S.

Call for Applications: 2-year Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science

October 10, 2025

The Getty Conservation Institute invites applications for the 2026-2028 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science.

Opportunity at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens – Paper Conservator

October 10, 2025

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens invites applications for the position of Paper Conservator.

RFP: Consultant for CAP Participant Study

October 7, 2025

The Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC) seeks a consultant to research barriers to participation, completion, and implementation for our Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) program among culturally-specific museums, and to recommend changes to the program to better meet the needs of these communities.

Opportunity at the Morgan Library & Museum — Assistant Book Conservator

October 7, 2025

The Morgan Library & Museum invites applications for the position of Assistant Book Conservator.

Project Paintings Conservator – Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

October 4, 2025

The Project Paintings Conservator assists the Senior Paintings Conservator with the physical care and conservation treatment of paintings in the Art Museum collections.

Program Engagement Conservator – Yale University

October 1, 2025

The Program Engagement Conservator contributes to the library’s mission by fostering and enhancing highly effective communication and collaboration between Conservation & Exhibition Strategies and colleagues from across Yale University Library and the University as a whole.

Assistant Furniture/Frames Conservator – Williamstown + Atlanta Art Conservation Centers

October 1, 2025

The Williamstown + Atlanta ArtConservationCenter(W+AACC) seeks an objects/furniture conservator at the Assistant level to join our team at our Williamstown Center.

Open postgraduate fellow position, The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum

October 1, 2025

The position has a one-year term, with the possibility to renew for a second and final year.

Request for Proposals – City of Buffalo Arts Commission

September 24, 2025

The City of Buffalo Arts Commission is soliciting proposals for professional Architecture, Engineering & Environmental services to determine the Scope of Work for Public Improvements to the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.

Job posting: Conservation Services Technician

September 20, 2025

This entry level position is aimed at individuals interested in furthering their career and gaining valuable knowledge of the responsibilities outlined in the conservation field.

Senior Collections Manager, Michael C. Rockefeller Wing – The Metropolitan Museum of Art

September 18, 2025

As the Senior Collections Manager, in collaboration with the MCRW Conservator and Senior Administrator, you will be responsible for the care and upkeep of the galleries and storerooms of the newly renovated Michael C. Rockefeller Wing (MCRW). The works housed within represent the preeminent collections relating to three distinct areas: sub-Saharan Africa, Oceania, and the Ancient Americas.

Manager, Exhibitions and Collections – George W. Bush Presidential Center

September 18, 2025

The George W. Bush Presidential Center is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as the Manager of Exhibitions and Collections for the George W. Bush Presidential Museum.

Conservator position at Texas State Library and Archives Commission

September 16, 2025

The conservator manages the daily activities of the well-equipped book and paper Summerlee Conservation Lab at TSLAC and performs complex treatments on rare and unique archival and library materials in accordance with the AIC code of ethics.

Associate Lecturer Conservation of Contemporary Art and Media UCL (0.6 FTE)

September 14, 2025

We are seeking to appoint a part-time Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in the Conservation of Contemporary Art & Media to cover the maternity leave of a member of academic staff from 1 January 2026 for 12 months. The postholder will offer teaching focused on contemporary materials, and the examination, analysis and conservation of contemporary sculpture, installation art and design objects.

Assistant Conservator, Ceramics – The Metropolitan Museum of Art

September 14, 2025

The Department of Objects Conservation is responsible for the conservation and mounting/installation of three-dimensional art at the Museum’s two venues.

Associate Conservator, Wooden Objects – The Metropolitan Museum of Art

September 14, 2025

The Department of Objects Conservation at The Metropolitan Museum of Art upholds the highest professional standards in the conservation of the Museum’s three-dimensional works of art.

Libraries and Archives Account Specialist – Conserv

September 13, 2025

As our Libraries and Archives Account Specialist, you’ll be the face of Conserv for Libraries and Archives in North America.

Job opportunity at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston: Assistant/Associate/ Conservation Scientist

September 13, 2025

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) seeks an Assistant/Associate/ Conservation Scientist to join a collaborative, cross-disciplinary team committed to the care, interpretation, and study of the museum’s diverse collection.

FAIC Kress Fellowship at the Newberry Library

September 3, 2025

The Newberry Library is accepting applications for a full-time, 12 month, fellowship awarded by the Samuel H. Kress Foundation, administered by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation.

Director of Conservation – Saint Louis Art Museum

September 1, 2025

The Director of Conservation provides visionary leadership in safeguarding and preserving the Saint Louis Art Museum’s renowned collection.

2 part-time technician positions at the Barnes Foundation

August 17, 2025

The Barnes Foundation is hiring for two part-time positions: Conservation Technician (16 hours per week) and Collections Care Technician (5 hours per week).