Assistant Conservator/Conservator
3 weeks ago
Overview
Assistant Conservator/Conservator (Archives Conservation Lab) – The National Library Board (NLB) invites applications for the role of Assistant Conservator/Conservator (Archives Conservation Lab) at the National Archives of Singapore (NAS).
The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore. At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.
You will be part of the team responsible for the conservation of paper-based archival records of historical and national significance for their long-term preservation, within NAS, government agencies, and private collections, to protect the nation’s patrimony. This is an important role in helping Singaporeans connect with history and culture and strengthening their understanding and appreciation of our history, contributing to NLB’s strategic vision.
Work location: National Archives of Singapore (NAS), 1 Canning Rise, Singapore . Division: National Archives of Singapore/ Archives Conservation Lab.
What you will be working on- Lead assessments and recommendations of the most appropriate conservation and housing techniques for both storage and exhibition purposes.
- Supervise and set standards for NAS’ repositories and other storage environments, monitoring trends, and designing remedial solutions to correct any irregularities.
- Lead risk assessment to ensure proper housekeeping environmental controls, storage conditions and assessment of recommendations needed for records in NLB repositories.
- Support conservation procedures for emergency disaster response and advise internal divisions/departments on conservation measures, and conduct training on salvage procedures and handling for internal staff.
- Participate in NAS cross-divisional projects and external programmes or outreach activities such as public talks, publications, or related preservation training.
- Oversee timely maintenance and upkeep of all machines and equipment in the lab, ensuring relevance and efficiency.
- Initiate research topics, participate actively and represent NAS in international conservation associations and forums.
- Lead consultations with government agencies and donors on condition assessments.
- Curate learning programmes, training and resources for team to stay up to date with developments in conservation.
- Mentor and supervise team of conservators to build a positive work environment.
- Ensure that laboratory practices are up-to-date and reflect professional standards e.g. ISO certification.
- Relevant experience in conservation, collection care, or heritage science. In the absence of this, proficiency in the arts, chemistry or any other related field of work is required.
- Strong interest in and experience in fine arts, culture and heritage.
- Good time management and planning skills, able to multitask.
- Strong communication skills, ability to work within a team, confidence in engaging stakeholders at all levels.
The successful candidate will be appointed on a 2-year contract. We regret to inform you that only successful candidates will be contacted.
Seniority level- Entry level
- Full-time
- General Business
- Libraries
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