Paper Conservation Fellow at The Hispanic Society Museum & Library

The Hispanic Society Museum & Library in New York is appointing a Paper Conservation Fellow for one year from November 2026 to work on its collection of Goya prints, paintings and related documents as part of the Goya Research Center. The Fellow carries out examinations, treatments and preventive care of works on paper, produces documentation, conducts technical research and analysis on Goya across New York collections, helps draft research findings for publication and supports the Center's administration.

Applicants need a master's degree or equivalent in conservation with a focus on works on paper, demonstrated knowledge of paper conservation materials and techniques, excellent manual dexterity and colour matching, and research skills. Spanish professional proficiency, museum experience and Photoshop are preferred.

The fellowship is full time with four days of on-site work a week and pays $60,000 a year, with pro-rated vacation based on three weeks and closure over the holidays. Send a CV, cover letter and an example of a past paper treatment report to [email protected] with "Paper Conservation Fellow" in the subject line. Applications are considered until the fellowship is filled.