Fellowship Summary

Under general supervision by Paper Conservator, the Fellow Conservator will assist all duties related to the performance of preventive conservation treatments, the item-by-item condition reports and the substitution of storage conservation materials of the permanent paper collection. The successful candidate will also assist with the day-to-day conservation tasks, preservation education and exhibition-related projects.

Duration of Fellowship

The Museo de Arte de Ponce offers a two-and-a-half year fellowship, from the 17th of January 2017 to the 14th of June 2019.

Stipend and Allowance

The Fellow will receive a stipend of $32,000 a year (plus Health Care, Social Security and 15-day vacation), with an additional $2,000 allowance for travel.


Requirements

Bachelor Degree in science or arts.

Master’s Degree in Art Conservation, specialized in Paper Conservation from a recognized institution.

Intern experience in paper conservation in museum environment.

Good communication skills and willing to work enthusiastically with colleagues.

Ability to work in a wide range of conservation activities.

Flexibility to adjust to unplanned changes.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a cover letter summarizing their interest, a resume and the three (3) references to: Mariela Vera, Human Resources and Volunteer Coordinator, by sending an e-mail to mvera@museoarteponce.org. Please combine the cover letter, resume and references into one document. Deadline to apply is November 20, 2016, at 11:59 pm EST.