Assistant Conservator (Fixed Term)

The University Museum of Zoology, Cambridge is seeking a full-time, fixed-term Assistant Conservator. Core activities will include a combination of interventive and preventive conservation activities. The post holder will assist with the management of preventive conservation including environmental monitoring and integrated pest management (IPM) in a museum setting. They will provide museum conservation treatments to the permanent exhibits as well as upcoming exhibitions and stored collections. The postholder will also be expected to work on the Museum's fluid-preserved specimens.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work as part of a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary team building practical experience working with natural history collections. The role requires the post holder to have good general knowledge and experience in the care and conservation of organic materials. Knowledge and experience in the conservation of natural history collections would be desirable but training in developing this specialism will be provided.

It is essential the successful candidate is able to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues as well as have the ability to work effectively to deadlines.

About you: - You would have a recognised professional conservation qualification to degree level or equivalent, with emphasis on the conservation of the material relevant to the natural history collections. - You would be able to demonstrate practical skills in the conservation of a range of materials found in natural history collections. - You would have proven interest and experience working with natural history collections.