The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) seeks an Assistant/Associate/ Conservation Scientist to join a collaborative, cross-disciplinary team committed to the care, interpretation, and study of the museum’s diverse collection. This is a full-time position housed within the Conservation Department, where science is integrated into broader museum practice with a strong emphasis on curiosity, transparency, and shared responsibility. The Assistant/Associate/ Conservation Scientist supports ongoing conservation treatments, acquisitions, and research projects through advanced scientific analysis, interpretive insight, and clear communication. Working alongside conservators, curators, collections staff, and educators, the scientist will contribute meaningfully to the understanding and preservation of works of art across cultures, time periods, and media. Primary Responsibilities: Design and conduct non-destructive and micro-destructive analysis using a range of techniques (e.g., SEM-EDS, XRF, FTIR, Raman spectroscopy, GC-MS, PLM); Collaborate with curators and conservators to determine analytical priorities, develop methodologies, and interpret results within historical and material contexts.

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