Andrew W. Mellon Fellow, Objects

Responsibilities

• Examines and treats a wide range of works of art on paper, photographs, books, and archival materials.
• Supports preventive conservation activities, exhibitions, and loans, as well as conservation outreach.
• Collaborates with conservators, conservation scientists, collections care specialists, curators, and other Museum staff.
• Develops a research project focused on artist materials or techniques and/or new treatment methodologies in collaboration with the Center’s Research Laboratory.
• Participates in lectures, symposia, workshops, as well as visits, and collaborates with nearby cultural institutions.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Paper Conservation or equivalent experience.
• Experience conducting research.
• Great communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrates visual, manual, and scholarly aptitudes.

Benefits

The expected hourly rate for this Los Angeles, CA based position is $25.00 subject to change, and the position is eligible for LACMA’s comprehensive benefits package.