This role delivers through representation, planning, and cross-museum collaboration with a focus on sustainability whilst ensuring the collections are preserved for future generations to access and study. The role will include managing a team of Preventive Conservators covering Integrated Pest Management, Environmental Monitoring, Salvage planning, Policy, and Reporting. The role is closely integrated with the activities of the Remedial Conservation Team and will provide opportunities to be involved in various exciting and world-leading projects.
About you
With in-depth knowledge of contemporary principles and practice in preventive conservation and a strong understanding of mechanisms involved in material deterioration, you will have significant experience of all aspects of preventive conservation, particularly those related to protecting natural science collections. With a thorough understanding of conservation theory and ethical decision-making, you will have good interpersonal and relationship-building skills ensuring effective communication at all levels in the organisation.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion matter to us. Our vision is of a future where both people and the planet thrive. Diversity is one of our core values and we strive to build a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. All new staff who join us learn about the importance of diversity and inclusion to the Museum and how to contribute to creating an inclusive environment. We know we have more to do, but we are committed to ensuring that everyone who works at the Museum feels they can thrive and feel valued and respected.
For a full job description of the role and what benefits we offer to our staff, please see the job vacancy on our website.
National Museum Directors' Council, Tate Britain, Millbank, London SW1P 4RG.
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