Open positions are listed below. For more, view our Art History & Art Conservation Professional Organizations.
TEACHING POSITION AVAILABLE – 25/26
ARTC – 811 and 851
Department of Art History & Art Conservation
Queen’s University, Kingston, ON CAN K7L 3N6
The Department of Art History & Art Conservation at Queen’s University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates interested in teaching the following courses: ARTC 811 and 851. These are on-campus, linked lecture and laboratory courses with an expected enrolment of 7 - 12 students in each course. Candidates should have a MAC., M.Sc. or Ph.D, and teaching experience at the University level in art conservation. This is a winter term appointment for the period 1 January 2026 to 30 June 2026, with classes in session from 5 January to 6 April.
The successful candidate will hold at least a master’s degree (or equivalent) in art conservation with a specialization in the conservation of objects and will have significant experience in conservation practice. We are looking for an experienced individual with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in conservation practice and theory, with particular expertise in conservation of archaeological metals, modern metals, and stone. This position involves the supervision of graduate students in practical conservation treatments and research, and lecturing the in the history, technology, and conservation of metal and stone artifacts.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool. In order to support your employment at Queen’s, we require you to indicate whether or not you will need a work permit.
The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during this process, please contact: Bethany Pawliuk, Department Manager, 613-533-6000 X76309, or Bethany.pawliuk@queensu.ca .
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Applications should include a complete and current curriculum vitae, letters of reference from two (2) referees, and any other relevant materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration such as a letter of intent, teaching dossier, publications list, etc. Please arrange to have applications and supporting letters sent directly to:
Dr. Norman Vorano, Head
Department of Art History & Art Conservation
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario, Canada K7L 3N6
Applications will be received until 30 September 2025. Review of applications will commence shortly thereafter, and the final appointment is subject to budgetary approval. Additional information about the Department of Art History & Art Conservation can be found at .
Course Descriptions:
ARTC 811/0.5 History, Technology and Conservation of Artifacts I
A detailed study of the structure and characteristics of archaeological and historic artifacts. Historical and geographical factors affecting the development of artifacts are examined as well as the interrelationship of materials and methods of production. The causes of deterioration of artifacts and methods of preventing further deterioration are evaluated, together with the materials and methods needed to carry out conservation treatments. This course concentrates on artifacts made primarily of metals and stone.
Half course; 2 hours per week; winter.
ARTC 851/0.5 Artifact Conservation Practice I
This course continues the studies begun in ARTC 850 with special emphasis on the conservation of artifacts made from metals and stone.
Half course; 16 hours per week; winter.