The Getty Conservation Institute´s (GCI) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science is a two-year program designed to provide recent PhDs in chemistry and the physical sciences with experience in conservation science. The 2013-2015 Postdoctoral Fellow will be part of the GCI´s Collections Research group.
For detailed information on the focus of the fellowship and the history of the program, including past participants, please refer to the Getty Conservation Institute´s Web site.
CaracterÃsticas
The next GCI Postdoctoral Fellows will be in residence at the Getty Center for two years beginning in September 2013.
In addition to a monthly stipend prorated to the actual dates of residency, the fellow will be provided with $2000 per year towards a related study trip, an apartment in the Getty scholar housing complex, airfare to Los Angeles and health benefits.
Requisitos
Applications are welcome from scientists of all nationalities. Applicants should have a recent (2008 or later) PhD in chemistry or another physical science, experimental research experience, strong instrumental analysis skills, an aptitude for learning and adapting new analytical techniques, be a creative and versatile problem solver and be able to work effectively in small teams. Candidates should have an interest in the visual arts and a serious interest in pursuing a career in conservation science within the museum environment. A background in the humanities is helpful, and excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
Solicitud
Plazo:6:00 p.m. PST on November 1, 2012.
Solicitudes:How To Apply:
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