CONSERVATOR - RESTORER

Ref 2581484 | Date: 28 Sept 2026 villege-mhn (disinfestation project of the collections of the Museum d'histoire naturelle de Genève) The Muséum d'histoire naturelle de la Ville de Genève (MHN) is one of the main scientific and cultural institutions in Switzerland. It carries out missions of research, conservation, mediation, and enhancement of natural heritage. A vast collection safeguarding project was validated in June 2026 in addition to ongoing projects concerning important infrastructure work and a new museography. In this context, the Museum wishes to strengthen its team for the preservation of collections in these premises and on an external site, and is looking for a CONSERVATOR - RESTORER (auxiliary position at 100%) Your mission and your responsibilities * Coordinate the treatment of collections involved in the gallery disinfestation project, the external storage facility, and the planning of moves. * Ensure the monitoring of the location of the collections. * Ensure the monitoring of the restoration of the collections involved in the project and their reinstallation in the gallery. * Provide expertise in conservation-restoration throughout the project. Your profile * Hold a university-level qualification (master's or equivalent) in the field of conservation-restoration of natural history collections or in a field deemed equivalent. * Demonstrate significant professional experience in managing collection movement and treatment projects. Knowledge of the Horus software will be considered an asset. * Demonstrate a sharp sense of organization, an ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate work involving multiple actors and interdisciplinary skills. * Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a team. * Demonstrate autonomy, rigor, and reliability. Conditions and application Application deadline: 13 October 2026 Start date: to be agreed Remuneration: Class K of the salary scale Application: Places of work: Museum and external site Application file The application file must contain the following elements: * Cover letter; * Detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job application" form (to be downloaded from our website); * Copies of diplomas and work certificates; * Recent photo (passport format). Employment conditions * Meet the job requirements in terms of diplomas and experience required in the job offer. * Hold a valid work permit or authorization. Employees of the Ville de Genève must be resident and domiciled in the domiciliation zone ( In its desire to fight unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Office cantonal de l'emploi. More information on the working conditions of the Ville de Genève: [ ](< >) jpid4b86917jm jpit0940jm jpiy26jm