MRCG News & Announcements
Job Opportunity – Conservator at The Henry Ford
The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace.
We are delighted to have a full-time Conservator opportunity. As part of a two-year Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) grant, this position is responsible for the execution and supervision of artifact conservation activities including treatments, handling, re-housing, condition surveys, storage upgrades and digital imaging and the general care of assigned collections.
Elections for MRCG Officers
MRCG will be holding elections for two positions at this year's symposium in Detroit: Vice President and Treasurer. If you are interested, or you know someone who would be a great candidate, we are currently accepting nominations. All terms are 2 years (beginning Jan. 2023 - ending Dec. 2024).
Position Announcement: University Archivist and Head, Archives & Rare Books Library
University Archivist and Head, Archives & Rare Books Library
University of Cincinnati Libraries
Full-time, faculty tenure-track
Salary Range $85-110K, salary plus stipend
University of Cincinnati Libraries is inviting applications for the University Archivist and Head, Archives & Rare Books Library. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and management of services and collections of the Archives and Rare Books Library, which includes rare books, manuscripts, the University Archives, and other archival and special collections.
Job Posting: Project Conservator at Northwestern University Libraries
Project Conservator
Professional Librarian Vacancy
Northwestern University Libraries offer a two-year full-time Project Conservator position. Under the supervision of the Chief Conservator, the Project Conservator will work with and assist conservation staff on two major endeavors…
Job Posting: Collections Care Manager at OSU
The Ohio State University Libraries is looking to hire a Collections Care Manager
The Collections Care Manager reports to the Preservation & Digitization Strategist and contributes to the stewardship of the University Libraries collections by managing preventative preservation activities for the physical wellbeing of the University Libraries collections. The Manager plays a leading role in the development, management and staff training of the disaster plan for collections, and is also a key member of the Libraries Collections Disaster Team.
Job Opportunity: Exhibitions Coordinator position at the OSU Libraries
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Distinctive Collections and Digital Programs, the Exhibitions Coordinator designs and leads the Exhibitions Program at the Ohio State University Libraries and is responsible for providing a vision for and implementing an exhibitions program that is in strategic alignment with the libraries and the institution’s mission, values, and goals.
Job Opportunities at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art
The Amon Carter Museum of American Art is pleased to offer a 6 – 8-week paid summer internships for at least two USA undergraduate students (or recently graduated) who are interested in the field of cultural heritage preservation and conservation.
Job Opportunity: Conservation Resident at Northwestern University Libraries in Evanston, IL
Professional Librarian Vacancy: Northwestern University Libraries offer an advanced post-graduate conservation residency (previously called a fellowship) for a two-year appointment, September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2024. The conservation residency provides practical experience in a busy academic library conservation lab balancing treatment responsibilities with professional research activities. There will be the opportunity to gain bench experience, develop skills in treatment decision making, and research a topic of interest.