Head of conservation

Há 23 horas


SAO PAULO, Brasil Museu de Arte de São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand - MASP Tempo inteiro
  • Postgraduate degree (Masters or PhD) in Conservation and Restoration of cultural heritage with specialization in European painting restoration.
  • Experience in Conservation and Restoration, preferably in museums, including significant research, publications, or other academic work, and expertise in restoration treatments. Proven experience in team and process management.
  • Advanced knowledge in Conservation and Restoration of European painting. Desirable knowledge in modern and contemporary art.
  • Advanced knowledge in scientific analysis in conservation (application and interpretation).
  • Advanced knowledge in Preventive Conservation (storage, packaging, transportation, risk assessment and management, emergency planning, climate control, pest control).
  • Advanced knowledge of agents and processes of deterioration of cultural heritage.
  • Advanced knowledge of Art History of Technics and Materials.
  • Advanced knowledge in the History and Ethical Principles of Conservation and Restoration.
  • Advanced knowledge in the assessment of conservation conditions, and condition reports..
  • Advanced knowledge in project planning and management.
  • Specific knowledge in Conservation documentation.
  • General knowledge of preparation, framing, and mounting techniques for artworks.
  • Advanced knowledge of international Conservation and Restoration standards.
  • Advanced knowledge in Conservation Policies and Plans.
  • Familiarity with best practices in museum health and safety.
  • Office Suite: advanced; 
  • Fluent English;
  • Intermediate Portuguese
  • Other languages: desirable.


  1. Preventive Conservation and Risk Management: Define preventive conservation parameters; coordinate the monitoring of air conditioning and lighting; collaborate with other teams in risk assessment and management and emergency planning; guide other teams to maintain ideal storage and exhibition conditions, handling, packaging, and storage; offer technical assistance to resolve conservation issues in museum galleries.
  2. Conservation and Restoration: Lead the execution of collection diagnostics and surveys, defining conservation and restoration priorities; coordinate the implementation of condition assessments of artworks (for acquisitions, loans, exhibitions, etc.); define the necessary scientific methods and analyses and systematize the interpretation of the results; perform structural and/or aesthetic conservation and restoration interventions on artworks; prepare proposals, dossiers, and comprehensive study and treatment reports.
  3. Partnership Projects: Establish institutional and scientific partnerships (national and international); recommend suitable professionals with the appropriate profile for each type of artwork; draft and manage projects; administer and monitor ongoing treatments and guide the most appropriate treatment method; ensure an exemplary level in the execution of restorations of the collection s artworks.
  4. Artwork Escorting/Couriering: Accompany collection artworks in transit (courier); provide support to couriers from other institutions.
  5. Conservation Standards: Develop and revise Conservation and Restoration policies, plans, and procedures, ensuring their application in daily activities.
  6. Team Management: Establish the professional profiles of the area s collaborators; define roles and responsibilities; promote the continuous development of employees skills and knowledge.



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