Conservator (Masterplan Projects)

Do you want to play an active role in preserving some of the most iconic objects in science and technology?

About us

The Conservation & Collections Care team (C&CC) support all conservation activity across the collection and are responsible for establishing and maintaining conservation and collection care standards.

We are seeking a Conservator (Masterplan Projects) to join on a full time basis at the Science Museum. This is a fixed term contract until the end of July 2027.

About the role

As one of the Conservators (Masterplan Projects), you will conduct preventive and interventive conservation as part of a team assembled to deliver collections moves. Your work will include the re-location of the museum's Making the Modern World Gallery. The gallery currently houses over 2000 objects, charting 250 years of science and technology and includes some of the most iconic objects that have shaped our society. You will ensure appropriate methodologies are used, including condition checking and producing appropriate documentation. In addition, you will undertake interventive object conservation where needed to stabilise objects for transport and storage.

This role enables you to further develop conservation skills across a wide variety of tasks and object types, while contributing to a busy, goal-driven project.

Whilst we support flexible working, please note that only minimal hybrid working will be available due to the in-person nature of this project. Some out of hours work may be required on occasion.

About you

Joining us, you will have practical experience and knowledge of conservation and collections care practices, including condition reporting and remedial conservation treatment of 3D objects. Experience of collections moves and project work is also desirable.

Crucially, you will be an effective communicator and team player, able to complete work within set deadlines and in time-sensitive situations. You will have good knowledge of UK Health & Safety Practice, including manual handling, collections hazard management, lifting and moving equipment, and writing Risk and COSHH assessments.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer

Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

* Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
* Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
* Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
* Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
* All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
* Colleague networks. Our colleague-led networks are an informal forum for colleagues to come together to discuss topics of shared interest and lived experience. They create a space for people to exchange ideas, discuss best practice, socialise and build a sense of community.
* Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
* Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
* Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

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