Conservator in Charge, Department of Photograph and Time-Based Conservation
Quick answer
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is hiring an in-office Senior Conservator in Charge in New York, NY, paying $210k-$235k to lead the Department of Photograph and Time-Based Conservation.
- Role
- Conservator in Charge, Department of Photograph and Time-Based Conservation
- Organization
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $210,000.00 - $235,000.00 / Annually
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is seeking a Conservator in Charge for the Department of Photograph and Time-Based Conservation to lead a team of professionals. This role oversees the conservation, examination, and technical study of photographs and time-based media while managing departmental budgets and staffing. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership on museum environment decisions, exhibitions, and long-term institutional goals, including preparations for the new Tang Wing. This position emphasizes mentorship, research, and collaborative engagement across the institution’s diverse departments.
What you'll do
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of conservators and administrative staff.
- Manage departmental project allocation, staffing plans, and operating budgets.
- Oversee the conservation, technical study, and examination of photographs and time-based media.
- Advise on museum environment, installations, and capital projects.
- Coordinate donor programs and facilitate interdepartmental collaboration.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in conservation or equivalent.
- Minimum of ten years of experience in photograph or time-based media conservation.
- Proven leadership experience in an active museum conservation department.
- Strong record of conservation treatments, independent research, and publications.
- Proficiency in laboratory methods and analytical instrumentation.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, long-term disability, Flexible Spending/HSA, commuter benefits, financial-planning services, tuition assistance, museum shop discount, subsidized cafeteria, and Museums Council pass.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office position located in New York City. Employees must live within a commuting distance of the Museum, specifically within New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania.
What is the salary range for this role?
The compensation range for this position is $210,000 to $235,000 annually, depending on the candidate's specific experience and qualifications.
What are the primary qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have a Master's degree in conservation, at least ten years of relevant experience, demonstrated leadership skills, and a strong background in conservation ethics and analytical instrumentation.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Metropolitan Museum of Art's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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