Associate Conservator, Western Paintings

ABOUT THE ROLE   The Associate Conservator, Western Paintings will assist with the conservation, treatment, and preventive care of Western paintings in the SAM collection, and conservation care for loaned works of art.    ABOUT SAM    As SAM heads into its second century, we are boldly reimagining what we can and should be. Our goal is to be a model for the future of museums - a bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. Embracing new ways of engaging communities and seeking innovative partnerships - all while keeping art and community at the center of what we do. This ambitious effort represents a transformative shift and radically redefining how art museums operate. This is a pivotal moment for SAM, and we are seeking great talent to join us on our journey. Working at SAM is not just a job—it's a chance to be part of a vibrant, creative community.     RESPONSIBILITIES  Conservation  Carry out conservation tasks, including preservation, conservation, and restoration of works of art across all sites, with a primary focus on Western paintings from SAM’s collection Carry out all facets of examination, documentation, research, treatment, and work with Chief Conservator to determine long-term preservation priorities for paintings in the museum’s permanent collection Generate proposals, treatment records, and other documentation of projects to be archived in the museum’s collection database Assist in preservation planning and emergency preparedness and response as needed If requested, serve as courier for at-risk works of art traveling to other institutions, carry out treatments, surveys, inspections and consultations as necessary  General