Project Paper Conservator

The Oxford University Museum of Natural History is seeking to appoint a Project Paper Conservator to work exclusively on the unique and rare Buckland Archive for 8 months.

Following a recent acquisition, OUMNH is now home to the largest and most important collection of material relating to pioneering geologist, William Buckland (1784-1856). The Buckland Archive consists of just over 1,000 items including correspondence, geological notes and family papers, notebooks, watercolours, prints and photographs.

Working to a strict deadline, the post holder will be responsible for planning, condition assessing, formulating treatments and implementing conservation of the Buckland Archive. This will include carrying out treatments, producing documentation, reports and photographic records, rehousing as necessary, and communicating the project both internally to the museum and externally to members of the public.

The successful candidate will be flexible, use their initiative to move the project forward, and have a recognised qualification in the conservation of paper or related materials, or equivalent training and experience.

Applicants are required to complete the online application form on Oxford University’s website and include a CV and supporting statement. The statement should explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants).

For further details on the Museum please see our website www.oumnh.ox.ac.uk. Please contact the Librarian & Archivist, Danielle Czerkaszyn, danielle.czerkaszyn@oum.ox.ac.uk or 01865 272982.

Closing date: 22 May 2023, 12 noon
Interview date: 30 May 2023