Decorative Arts Conservation Fellow
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VPS 2.2: $70086 per annum 12% superannuation
Full Time Fixed Term for 3 years
Closing date for application: 5pm on 09 January 2026
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) has a post graduate opportunity for a Conservator to develop their skills knowledge and experience in decorative arts conservation through a fellowship program.
The Fellow will work with the Objects Conservation team undertaking preventive and remedial conservation activities that contribute to the delivery of exhibition and collection programs at the NGV and towards outreach programs across regional Victoria. The ideal candidate will have one to two years of experience in conservation treatments of objects with a focus in decorative arts.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Under supervision you will undertake a program of work to develop skills and expertise in the preservation and care of decorative arts. Other key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in the preventive and remedial conservation programs to ensure the safekeeping and preservation of decorative arts in the NGV collection.
- Undertaking technical examinations write reports and devise treatment proposals on decorative art objects as advised by and under the guidance of the relevant conservator.
- Undertaking routine conservation treatments of decorative arts in the NGV collection increasing in level of complexity as experience develops under supervision.
- Researching into the materials and methods used in the manufacture of decorative arts as well as techniques to improve preventive care and remedial treatments where necessary.
- Assisting with the condition assessment and documentation of decorative arts for acquisition and loan.
To be successful you will have recently completed a tertiary degree in the conservation of cultural materials specialising in the conservation of objects coupled with one to two years of demonstrated experience in the treatment of decorative arts. You will have demonstrated experience in the examination and documentation of decorative art works and knowledge of a range of organic and inorganic materials these are made from along with an understanding of preventive conservation strategies for the preservation of objects.
You can establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels forging useful partnerships with people across business areas functions and organisations building trust through consistent actions. You clearly explain information listen to feedback and use persuasion skills to liaise with a wide range of contacts. You can conduct research and prepare written communications using clear concise and grammatically collect language including content appropriate for the audience. You have the ability to work within the confines of program budgets accepting changed priorities without discomfort remaining calm and in control under pressure and take responsibility for own actions.
For more details please refer to the attached role statement.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this role please go to Apply and include the following documents in your application:
- A resume/CV
- A cover letter
- A statement addressing the key selection criteria in the role statement
Applications close at 5pm on 09 January2026.
If you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments such as the role statement in an accessible format (e.g. large print) please contact the People and Culture team at or by using the National Relay Service on 133 677 and asking for 0.
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