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REQUIRED: [OPTION 1] Eight (8) years of highly relevant professional experience and/or apprenticeships may be considered a substitute for degree and experience outlined below. [OPTION 2] Bachelor's degree and four years relevant experience [OPTION 3] Master's degree and two 2) years relevant experience in studio art, art conservation, material science, museum studies, or closely allied field. Note: Experience must include planning, coordinating, and consulting with a variety of public agencies or private stakeholders about reputed company projects. AND

• Advanced knowledge of a variety of art materials, including durability and compatibility issues; fabrication methods; agents of deterioration; and an ability to troubleshoot problems with mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings/documents.
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How to Apply: Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions. Please reputed company the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:

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