The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), an internationally renowned
college of art and design, business and technology, of the State University
of New York, invites nominations and applications for an Associate
Conservator for the Museum at FIT.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Museum's Senior Conservator, the Associate
Conservator is responsible for implementing, facilitating and assisting
with the physical care, display and conservation of the Museum's
comprehensive costume, accessory and textile collection. The candidate will
be responsible for a full range of conservation activities within a museum
that maintains a very active acquisition, fashion exhibition, photography
and loan schedule, including any special projects as required.

Working closely under the supervision of the Museum's Senior Conservator,
primary responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

   - Examining and documenting costume, accessory and textile objects with
   both condition and treatment reports in the TMS museum collections
   management system.
   - Performing object treatments, mounting and installation of both
   historic and contemporary fashion artifacts in support of the Museum's
   robust exhibition and publication photography program.
   - Documenting and performing material and scientific analyses and
   research of objects as required.
   - Documenting, preparing, couriering and installing of both
   international and domestic loans.
   - Developing and implementing a written Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
   plan for the Museum, including but not limited to evaluation, coordination
   and documentation of pest management activities. Coordinating with FIT's
   pest control service provider to support and maintain the IPM program.
   - Implementing and maintaining preventive conservation housekeeping
   methods and practices throughout the Museum's physical space.
   - In the absence of the Senior Conservator and in co-ordination with the
   Senior Registrar, attend to any matters relating to Facilities and Security
   within the  Museum.
   - In the absence of the Senior Conservator, manage day-to-day activities
   in the conservation department and coordinate the management of
   conservation staff with the deputy director and other department heads.

Interested candidates should apply at the following: https://www.intervi
ewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=90463

Best regards, Ann Coppinger

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Ann M. Coppinger
Senior Conservator
The Museum at FIT
Office 212-217-4542