National Museum notifies for filling up 17 vacant positions

New Delhi-based National Museum has invited applications from eligible candidates for 17 vacant positions on contract basis for a period of one year.

Vacancies: 17

• Young Museum Professionals: 06
• Young Museum Conservator: 06 
• Museum Consultant: 01
• Sr. Conservator: 02
• Assistant Photographers: 02  

Eligibility:

• Young Museum Professionals: Master's Degree in Museology/ History of Art/ Indian History or Ancient Indian History/ Archaeology/Cultural Studies/Epigraphy/Anthropology/ Sanskrit/ Pali/ Persian/ Arabic from a recognised university.
• Young Museum Conservator: Master's Degree in Conservation of Art/ Heritage Management/ MSc in Chemistry from a recognised university/ Fine Arts (Drawing and Painting). Candidates should have five years of experience in the field of conservation of wall paintings /museum objects/ paintings.
• Museum Consultant: Master's Degree in Museology/ History of Art/ Indian History or Ancient Indian History/ Archaeology/Cultural Studies/Epigraphy/Anthropology/ Sanskrit/ Pali/ Persian/ Arabic from a recognised university.
• Sr. Conservator: Retired conservation professional or at least 10 years of experience in the field of conservation of wall paintings /museum objects/ paintings. 
• Assistant Photographers: 12th pass from recognised board. Certificate of training in Photography with 2 years practical experience as Photographer in a government department or reputed photo studio.
• All candidates should have good computer skills.  

Selection Procedure:

• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
• Selection will be made through the interview by an expert panel approved by the National Museum. For the post of Assistant Photographer, a practical test will be held after the interview.

How to Apply:

• The application in the enclosed proforma furnishing complete curriculum vitae with detailed educational, professional qualifications and experience should be sent by registered / speed post to the Administrative Officer latest by May 31, 2014.

Important Dates:

• Last day to receive the filled in application form: May 31, 2014

Website Link:
http://www.nationalmuseumindia.gov.in/pdfs/Vacancy-for-conservators.pdf