Harvard University · 1 day ago
Beal Family Postgraduate Fellow in Conservation Science
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $60K/yrHarvard University is a vibrant community dedicated to innovation and collaboration. The Beal Family Postgraduate Fellow in Conservation Science will engage in research projects, provide analytical services for the preservation of art collections, and participate in teaching and public programs.
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Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Senior Conservation Scientist and Director, Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies, the Beal Fellow works with scientists, conservators, conservation fellows, curators, and academic art historians on research projects
The Fellow provides analytical services to the Harvard Art Museums’ conservators and curators in the study and preservation of the collection and documenting findings
The laboratories are equipped with polarized light and reflectance/UV fluorescence microscopes, GC-MS, FT-IR, Raman and XRF spectrometers
The Fellow assists with instrument maintenance and repair as necessary, and in training others to use the instruments
The Fellowship will involve the organization of workshops and symposia to engage others in examining issues related to conservation science research
The Beal Fellow is an integral member of the conservation staff, carrying out a broad range of activities, including presentations of research and other projects; lab maintenance; and leading or participating in lab tours
Foregrounding the museums’ teaching and research mission, the Fellow also participates in interdisciplinary teaching and contributes to a rich offering of public and academic interpretive programs across various platforms
The Fellow may supervise students and temporary employees
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in chemistry/physical science combined with experimental research experience and demonstrated experience of an ability to conduct academic research required
A high level of scientific achievement and a serious interest in a career as a scientist in the museum field
Strong oral and written communication skills required
Preferred
Experience with microscopy of diverse types, image analysis, and advanced computational skills desirable
Record of publication and/or presentation, and knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferred
Museum or related experience preferred
Commitment to fostering engagement with original works of art in a university museum context, for all visitors
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Wellbeing and mental health resources
Support for families and caregivers
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Company
Harvard University
Harvard University is a private research university and a member of the Ivy League.
Founded in 1636
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$136.43MKey Investors
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Alfred P. Sloan FoundationMassachusetts Clean Energy Center
2023-01-10Grant· $0.35M
2022-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2021-08-24Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Anne Margulies
CIO
Christopher Petty
Director Of Business Development
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