• Conservation Technicians (2 x Fixed Term Posts)

CONSERVATION TECHNICIANS (FIXED TERM)
(1 x 12months & 1 x 24 months)
Salary: £15,059 – £17,319

Two interesting and exciting positions have become available with the National Galleries of Scotland to support our existing staff with two major projects: the Portrait of the Nation and ARTIST ROOMS.  ARTIST ROOMS represents one of the most important holdings of post-war contemporary international art including works by Andy Warhol, Diane Arbus and Damien Hirst.  The Portrait of the Nation project aims to recover the vibrant character of the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

The individuals required for these posts will be self motivated with basic joinery skills and a familiarity with power tools to work within our conservation department. The role will involve making frames, fitting cases and crates and preparing works for loans out and exhibition programmes. You will have the ability to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

It is anticipated that interviews will be held in week commencing 3rd November 2008.

• Publishing Assistant

PUBLISHING ASSISTANT
Salary: £18 178 - £21 765

National Galleries of Scotland Publishing is an established fine art and photography publisher. The department publishes a wide range of material for the National Galleries of Scotland including exhibition catalogues, books, and leaflets as well as books and guides to the permanent collection.

We are seeking a motivated individual to join the department to assist with the publishing programme. You will have knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the publishing process including pre-press, printing, colour correction, digital file management, and digital printing.

With a forward thinking approach and strong organisational skills, you will be used to working to tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Interviews will be held on the 28th of October 2008

• Administration Assistant (Registrars) - Temporary 12 Months

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT (REGISTRARS)
(TEMPORARY CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS)
Salary: £15,059 - £17,319

We are looking for a talented administrator to work with our Registrars department to support the development of ARTIST ROOMS.  ARTIST ROOMS represents one of the most important holdings of post-war contemporary international art including works by Andy Warhol, Diane Arbus and Damien Hirst.  ARTIST ROOMS will be jointly owned and managed by National Galleries of Scotland and Tate on behalf of the nation.

With strong organisational skills and efficient administration skills, the postholder must have a flexible approach to the role.  Excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail are also essential.  Experience of working in a museum or gallery environment and an interest in Fine Arts would be highly advantageous. 

• Assistant Registrar (Fixed Term) 18 Months

ASSISTANT REGISTRAR (FIXED TERM)
 (18 MONTHS)
Salary: £18,178 – £21,765

We have an exciting opportunity for a pro-active individual to support the Registrars department in supporting development of the ARTIST ROOMS within the National Galleries of Scotland.   ARTIST ROOMS represents one of the most important holdings of post-war contemporary international art including works by Andy Warhol, Diane Arbus and Damien Hirst.  ARTIST ROOMS will be jointly owned and managed by National Galleries of Scotland and Tate on behalf of the nation.

Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in an arts related subject, the postholder must have a flexible approach to the post with relevant experience in a similar role or environment.  Excellent communication skills and meticulous attention to detail are also essential.  A working knowledge of one or more European language and an interest and appreciation of art would be highly advantageous.

• Retails Assistants (2 x Part-time Permanent Posts)

RETAIL ASSISTANTS
2 x PERMANENT PART-TIME POSTS
(1 x 14 Hours per week)
(1 x 22.5 Hours per week)
Salary £12,562

We have openings for the above posts in our Retail Department.  Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of working within a customer services environment are essential as is the ability to use initiative and prioritise tasks.  Previous retail experience is also key, and a knowledge and appreciation of art would be highly desirable.

• Gallery Attendants (LTR) (2 x Permanent Part-time Posts)

GALLERY ATTENDANT (LTR)
2 x PERMANENT PART-TIME POSTS (9 hours per week)
Salary: £12,562

We have two part-time openings (9 hours per week over 3 days) in our Security and Visitor Services department to provide security for the collections and to supervise and assist visitors to our galleries.  Previous experience of working within a Customer Services environment and excellent interpersonal skills are essential and previous security experience and an interest in art would be highly desirable.