Job Opportunities

These are internal and external job postings that might be of interest to CIS alumni and friends. Please use the contact information for each entry. The CIS office  does not have any more details on the external postings listed here.

National Gallery of Art
Conservation Division
Advanced Training Fellowships in
Conservation and Conservation Science

The conservation division of the National Gallery of Art is seeking applications for fellowship positions in paper conservation, objects conservation, modern and contemporary paintings conservation, and conservation science. Fellowships will not necessarily be awarded in all disciplines. The final number of awarded fellowships is contingent on the quality of the applications received and available funding. The fellowships are supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and the Charles E. Culpeper Foundation. The three-year fellowships will commence in the fall of 2010 and include a yearly stipend starting at $32,000 plus $2,000 each year for travel and research.

All treatment fellowships will be devoted to examination, maintenance, and conservation of works of art and research related to the collection. The fellowship in modern and contemporary painting conservation will focus on paintings in the twentieth-century collection and research on contemporary artists’ materials. The fellowship in conservation science will be dedicated to research into conservation materials and artists’ materials, in relation to the Gallery’s collections. All fellows will be expected to produce at least one publishable paper based on research completed during the fellowship award period. Lectures, symposia, and informal discussions contribute to the fellowship program, as do the significant resources of the Gallery, including the library, the photographic archives, all conservation departments, and the scientific research department.

ELIGIBILITY

Graduates from recognized training programs or candidates with equivalent training will be considered for the conservation fellowships. Applicants should have no more than five years of conservation-related work experience. Candidates for a fellowship in conservation science will be considered who have a graduate degree in one of the sciences or equivalent training of not less than five years. A strong interest in art and art conservation is necessary; previous experience is preferable. A proven record of research and writing ability, as well as English-language skills, is required. Fellowships are awarded without regard to age, sex, nationality, or race. Selected finalists who are not United States citizens must provide proof of their own health insurance coverage during the fellowship period.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested candidates must submit the following materials in English:

• Transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate courses of academic study (although official transcripts are preferred, unofficial copies are acceptable)
• A curriculum vitae including basic biographical information, current and permanent addresses, telephone numbers, and a description of previous conservation experience and internships
• A short statement of the applicant’s interests and intent in applying for the fellowship. Please specify the treatment discipline of interest or whether the application is for a fellowship in conservation science.
• Offprints of any publications or lectures
• Two supporting letters of recommendation from conservation professionals familiar with the candidate’s work and one letter of personal reference (sent directly to the address below)

The materials should be postmarked with a return address no later than February 15, 2010 (March 15, 2010 for conservation science) and sent to:

Formal applications must be postmarked and mailed. In addition, they must also be submitted electronically to m-skalka@nga.gov.

After a preliminary selection, final candidates may be invited for an interview. A portfolio of conservation treatments and research should be presented by the candidate at the interview. All applicants will be notified in the spring of the decision of the selection committee.

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Color/Imaging Systems Engineer

Description: The ideal candidate for this position would be a creative, hands-on, team-oriented contributor with a strong understanding of color science, image processing, algorithm development and associated areas. Experience with algorithm development and implementation, quantitative image analysis, data acquisition techniques, statistical experiment design, data gathering and interpretation of data are required. This position requires an organized individual with very strong technical skills who is adept at understanding and solving complex technical problems. This person will be required to interface with firmware, mechanical, and hardware teams and should have the ability to manage product requirements and schedules. This individual should feel comfortable and excel at communicating with other organizations, other companies, and customers.

Required skills

•    Experience:
The ideal candidate would have one of the following combination of education and experience: (1) a M.Sc. in Image Science or Color Science with three years or more experience in directing the development and measurement of image processing techniques and equipment, (2) a M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with five to seven years experience in directing the development and measurement of image processing techniques and equipment, or the equivalent.  (3) a Ph.D. in Color Science or Imaging Science;
•    Working knowledge of color science
•    Understanding of ICC color management
•    Excellent fundamental and practical knowledge of color/imaging science and color/imaging engineering
•    C/C++/C# design and development experience (preferably C)
•    Product development experience
•    Strong math and analytical skills
•    Normal vision with respect to color and visual acuity
•    Proven ability to work well in a team environment
•    Very effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

Desired Skills
•    HP product development experience
•    Embedded systems development
•    Experience using Matlab
•    General hardware knowledge
•    Familiarity with Linux operating system
•    Strong understanding of system level image processing workflows (from scan to print)
•    Knowledge of objective and subjective measurement methods of image quality
•    Understanding of Windows and Mac printing systems architectures a plus.

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An Internship with Fogra?

The Fogra Graphic Technology Research Association persues the goal of advancing development and
application of printing technologies for the benefit of the printing industry.
What we offer:
¬ Collaboration with a young, engaged, and highly motivated team
¬ The greatest concentration of printing industry experts under one roof
¬ A Look Into:
¬ The research of the printing industry’s leading research institute
¬ ISO based certifications from offset to digital printing
Your Responsibilities:
¬ Involvement in the daily activities of the Prepress Technology department
¬ Personal projects specifically tailored to your abilities
Your Compensation:
¬ Expert references for all general scientific and subject specific questions
¬ Compensation for housing and transportation costs [350 Euro + 30 Euro]
About You:
You know that a white tile is not found on your bathroom wall
You know a media wedge is not a type of golf club
You know that a tone value increase is not turning the knob on your stereo until the house begins to
vibrate
You have no reservations against working with colour management, PDF, Office, Mac OS X and Windows
Your English [or German] is not too shabby [just to survive in the city]
If the above statements describe you, and you feel you can work well and accuratly in a research environment,
then perhapse an internship at Fogra is just your cup of tea.
To apply for an internship at Fogra, send an email with a short introduction about yourself and a description
of what you expect to gain from an internship at Fogra, to Andreas Kraushaar.
E-Mail: kraushaar@fogra.org

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Dolby Laboratories: Sr. Staff Engineer (15Dec09)

Talent Profile for Sr. Staff Engineer R&D Display Mgmt/Color Science – 1455
 
Must Have

• Minimum of 9 years of related industry experience
• In depth knowledge of color science & color management systems
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:
• -Understanding of advanced display technologies and related processing.
• -Track record of successful concept to prototype implementation.
• Led R&D teams in providing strategic and technical direction

Contact:

CIS Faculty Opening (07Dec09)