2013 Fellowship at LACMA in paintings conservation

Posted on Wed, 11/28/2012 - 10:28
Andrew W. Mellon Fellowship in paintings conservation

 

Conservation Center

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Andrew W. Mellon Conservation Fellowship - 2013/2014

The Conservation Center at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is seeking applications for an Andrew W. Mellon Fellowship in paintings conservation.   The fellowship is a full time position for one year, and includes a stipend of $32,000 per year plus benefits.  A $2,000 travel allowance for study/research will be allocated at the discretion of the section head and the Director of Conservation.

The fellowship will focus on the study, examination, and treatment of works of art in the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Successful candidates will gain considerable experience treating works of art in well equipped, production-oriented conservation laboratories. Conservation involvement in permanent collection exhibitions and special exhibitions will enhance training opportunities.  Successful candidates will have the opportunity to participate in informal lectures, symposia, and workshops and to visit and collaborate with nearby cultural institutions.

The deadline for applications is January 14, 2013.

Fellowship positions will be available beginning July 2013.

Eligibility: Candidates will be considered who have graduated from a recognized conservation training program, with the appropriate specialization, or who have similar training or experience.

Application procedure: Interested candidates must submit the following material:

 

  • A curriculum vitae including basic biographical information, current and permanent addresses and telephone numbers, education, experience and interests.
  • Letters of recommendation from three professional references.
  • A short statement of the candidate's interest and intent in applying for the fellowship.

 

Applications should be sent to:

Mark Gilberg

Director, Conservation Center

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90036

mgilberg@lacma__org

Applications may be submitted as e-mail attachments to the above email address.