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        The Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory invites applications for its Federal Collections Curator position. The collections curator manages agreements with Federal agencies, performs physical inventories and some artifact cataloging, assesses and provides preventative conservation for artifacts, monitors collections in storage, maintains collections records, and prepares reports for Federal agencies. 

        Advanced degree in anthropology or archaeology with additional experience in museum studies or collection management is required; applicant may substitute archaeology and collections experience for the required education at the rate of three years experience for one year of the required education for a maximum of 2 years.  

        The position is anticipated to start on or about April 24, 2004.  Forty hour work week; salary $15.64/hr; no benefits.  Send letter and resume to Personnel Office, Attn: Federal Curator, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, Maryland 20685. Closing Date: March 10, 2004. EOE.