Andrew W. Mellon Fellow, Objects

Andrew W. Mellon Fellow in Objects Conservation (Regular, Full-Time)
Conservation Center

Reporting to the Head of the Objects Conservation Lab, the Andrew W. Mellon Fellow in Objects Conservation will work with conservators and curators to examine, document, and treat objects both onsite and offsite. This position is designed for a recent graduate of a Master's in Conservation program with a specialization in objects. Preference will be given to those with an interest in modern and contemporary materials. The fellowship will include a scientific research component in conjunction with staff scientists in the Conservation Center's Research Lab.

Responsibilities:

• Performs treatments on a variety of media from the Museum's permanent collection, with a focus on modern materials, including plastics.
• Examines works of art to determine condition and need for treatment, collaborating with painting, object, paper, and textile conservators.
• Writes and reviews condition reports for works of art for exhibitions, outgoing loans, and new acquisitions.
• Advises on environmental conditions and preventive conservation tasks for works of art in storage, in transit, and on display.
• Collaborates with Collections Management, Registration, and Art Preparation staff to ensure safe installation and exhibition of the permanent collection.
• Conducts research as necessary to better understand original materials, their degradation, and appropriate treatments.
• Uses digital tools and databases to organize and update conservation collection records, including but not limited to condition reports and photographs.
• Assists staff conservators with outgoing loans as needed, including creating comprehensive condition documentation, potentially acting as a courier.
• Travel to and from Museum locations and storage warehouses across Los Angeles as needed.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

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.
• LACMA is committed to providing its employees with valuable and competitive benefits as a core part of a strong overall employee experience.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Objects Conservation or equivalent experience
• Experience with technical analysis and common instrumentation used in a Museum lab
• Focus on modern and contemporary materials, with a strong interest in plastics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative approach