Shirleen Selim
Ashburn
Summary
Dedicated museum assistant with hands-on experience in object examination and conservation techniques. Proven ability to manage time effectively while contributing to integrated pest management initiatives. Eager to leverage skills in a dynamic museum environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Museum Assistant II
George Washington University
Ashburn
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Object examination, cleaning, and rehousing. Since June, I vacuumed and labeled 69 pieces in the Gittinger Collection, housing 58. I also made passive mats for a small number of Anderson objects. Tending to Integrated Pest Management.
Student Conservation Technician
George Washington University
Ashburn
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Object examination, cleaning, and rehousing. Tending to Integrated Pest Management.
Education
Master of Arts - Medieval English Literature
University of York
York, England, UK.06-2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley, MA06-2002
Skills
- Museum standards
- Object examination
- Conservation techniques
- Integrated pest management
- Research skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Creative Writing as a hobby.
Timeline
Student Museum Assistant II
George Washington University
01.2024 - 02.2024
Student Conservation Technician
George Washington University
06.2023 - 12.2023
Master of Arts - Medieval English Literature
University of York
Bachelor of Arts - English
Mount Holyoke College