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Conservator: Organics (early career conservator)
Fixed Term: 12 weeks in duration, to begin in mid-February 2018 (Full time)
This post is supported by the Radcliffe Trust
The British Museum is looking for a confident and curious early career conservator to complete a 12-week contract as Conservator: Organics. While you already possess specialist knowledge and some experience in organic materials conservation, you will be able to develop your skills while gaining experience in an exciting museum context.
The post-holder will most importantly contribute to the conservation of collections across the Museum to prepare objects for display or loan. You will work collaboratively with colleagues in your department and across the Museum to ensure the care of the collection and you will also provide support to that end at public events.
The successful candidate will possess a recognised professional qualification in the conservation of objects made of organic materials, with demonstrable post-training experience in the museum and heritage sector. It is essential to pass a colour vision test.
We are interested in hearing from candidates who can work collaboratively with others whilst also being able to work independently. You will be skilled at planning your own workload in order to meet deadlines within budget restrictions and will possess strong decision making and problem solving skills.
Exhibitions Manager
UCL Culture invite applications for the post of Exhibitions Manager. The post holder will be responsible for the project management of small and large-scale exhibitions. They will lead UCL curators, researchers and external collaborators through the exhibition development process from concept to object selection and interpretation to design and installation, ensuring that exhibitions are delivered on time and at budget. The Exhibitions Manager will be responsible for delivering 2-3 Octagon Gallery exhibitions per year, but will also deliver exhibitions and displays in other spaces in accordance with the exhibitions programme. They will also mount and install staff and student-initiated exhibitions across UCL’s public spaces, in accordance with the UCL-wide exhibition policy and guidelines. The post holder will oversee the aesthetic presentation of key spaces within UCL’s public realm, with the aim of curating inspiring places for staff, students and the public.
Project Officer, HLF Lincolnshire's Plants
Embedded within the Algae, Fungi and Plants Division of the Department of Life Sciences and working with the Angela Marmont Centre for UK Biodiversity, the Project Officer (Lincs. Plants Project) will be responsible for training project partners in Plant identification skills and be responsible, with the project lead, for project promotion. They will assist in the collection of a contemporary herbarium including molecular collections and lead on its curation (mounting, data transcription and digitisation), working closely with the Herbarium technician.
Assistant Project Officer, HLF Lincolnshire's Plants
The Natural History Museum is one of the world's leading museums, internationally recognised for its dual role as a centre of excellence in scientific research and as a leader in the presentation of natural history through exhibitions, public programmes, publications and the web.
Embedded within the Algae, Fungi and Plants Division of the Department of Life Sciences and working with the Angela Marmont Centre for UK Biodiversity, the Assistant project officer (Lincs. Plants Project) will be responsible for the preparation for mounting (and assistance with mounting as required), curation, data transcription, entry and digitisation of the LNU historic herbarium.
In conjunction with the SC2 post-holder they will provide training on specimen preparation and subsequent care for project partners and assist with the curation and processing of contemporary collections made in Lincolnshire.
Herbarium Collections Assistant (Accessions)
Kew is the world’s leading botanic gardens, at the forefront of plant and fungal science, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major visitor attraction. We want a world where plants and fungi are understood, valued and conserved because our lives depend on them. We use the power of our science and the rich diversity of our gardens and collections to provide knowledge, inspiration and understanding of why plants and fungi matter to everyone.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Kew's Collections team, with responsibility for maintaining high standards in the care of Kew's internationally important preserved plant collections.
You will work as part of a small team based in the Herbarium's busy Collections Management Unit which is responsible for freezing, recording, distributing and tracking preserved specimen consignments (approx. 50,000 specimens per year), making them available for scientific research both at Kew and institutes worldwide.
Assistant Curator
We are seeking an Assistant Curator to join Horsham's Museum and Art Gallery. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain curatorial and overall museum operation experience in one of the south east's most popular museums. With collections that span from archaeology to zoology. You will be in your element if you are seeking a lively engaging museum that is networked into the community.
The museum has 20 permanent display spaces, 5 gallery/temporary exhibition spaces, an HMRC recognised archive holding records from the 18th onwards, an internationally respected Shelley Library and archive, as well as extensive social history collection. It also delivers a volunteer led reminiscence loan service and works with community groups across the district in promoting local heritage.
As Assistant Curator you will assist with 15 exhibitions a year, work on gallery developments, help implement changes in IT computer software, tackle cataloguing and documentation issues, engage with the public, help manage over 50 volunteers and help look after a Grade II* medieval museum building with 26 display spaces.
To succeed in this role you will have knowledge of museum documentation standards, experience of working in a museum environment, good customer service skills and supervisory experience.
A degree in a relevant discipline or demonstrable equivalent learning. Support to become AMA qualified is available.
For full details of this exciting and challenging opportunity contact, Jeremy Knight Museum & Heritage Officer on 01403 282590.
Conservator - Life Collections (maternity cover)
Oxford University Museum of Natural History is seeking to recruit a Life Sciences Conservator. The postholder will have responsibility for the conservation of the specimens on display and in store and the maintenance of the Museum’s IPM.
We are seeking a skilled team player with a track record of conservation work on biological materials, including experience in the conservation of spirit collections. A proven ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload in an efficient and co-operative manner is essential.
Touring Exhibitions Manager
The role will facilitate, assess and lead the production and delivery of Amgueddfa Cymru generated touring exhibitions in Wales, UK and /or internationally. They will liaise and manage formal exhibition partnerships and work with partners in Wales to develop access and understanding of our national collections through exhibitions and displays. The role will grow income generation potential and targets for touring exhibitions, coordinating and managing all aspects of the touring process and agreed programme.
The role will coordinate and manage exhibition relationships within the wider Museum framework for managing external relationships. The role will work closely with the Registrar and Exhibitions & Programmes Manager to monitor and report on programme delivery and monitor effective resource allocation.
Assistant Professor/Curator – Genetic/Genomic Ichthyologist
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
We seek a creative, collaborative thinker with a collection-based research program involving molecular approaches to studying fish systems.
We are especially interested in candidates who use genomic tools and data sets in combination with innovative computational, ecological, behavioral and/or comparative approaches to address important biological questions ranging from the origin and maintenance of organismal diversity, adaptation to changing environments, evolution, conservation, and human health and disease.
Areas of research interests include, but are not limited to: comparative genomics, landscape/population genetics, geographical ecology, global change biology, evolutionary genetics, and mechanisms of evolution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
(1) develop and maintain an innovative, extramurally-funded research program in fish systems;
(2) oversee care and obtain support for a collection of about 1 million specimens by maintaining records, identifying and cataloging specimens, supervising preparators and assistants, expanding and preserving the collections, and developing long-range plans for collection maintenance and development;
(3) contribute to museum public exhibit development and support;
(4) develop and contribute to museum-related outreach activities; and
(5) contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, including instruction of one course per year (one-half the regular department teaching load) in ichthyology, animal behavior, biogeography, genetics, evolution, comparative anatomy, ecological modeling, or bioinformatics. A full-time Collection Manager is funded in this collection.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Sam Noble Museum is an organized research unit of the University of Oklahoma and is one of the finest university museums in the world. The museum has an outstanding curatorial, collections, education, exhibits, and support staff that serves the museum's mission from research to preservation to education at all levels. The Department of Biology is a leading academic department with a tradition of excellence in organismal biology. It is home to 20 of the 44 faculty in the University's graduate program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, and it is currently in the process of hiring several new faculty in the next two to three years to expand on its strengths in biology of behavior.
QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to biologists with a documented record of collections-based research in natural history, including field experience and a broad taxonomic understanding of fishes, who also clearly demonstrate cross-disciplinary research programs.
A Ph.D., teaching experience, and field and museum research experience in ichthyology are required.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of experience and goals (including teaching, research, and curation), representative pdf reprint examples, and three confidential letters of reference using at http://apply.interfolio.com/43857.
Visit us at http://snomnh.ou.edu and http://biology.ou.edu.
Formal application review will begin 11 October 2017 and continue until the position is filled.
Lead Astronomy Education Officer
We are looking for a passionate, experienced and talented individual to join our Science Learning & Public Engagement department at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Part of Royal Museums Greenwich, this team develops and delivers world-class astronomy and space exploration programmes, resources and media for our visitors and audiences. Key strands of activity include a schools programme reaching 42,000 pupils and teachers a year, a public planetarium programme reaching 163,000 people a year and a public programme reaching 43,000 people a year.
You will play a key role in the Astronomy Education team, developing and delivering formal learning programmes and resources for teachers and pupils of all ages. You will lead the development of our out-of-school hours learning offer and our digital resources for educational audiences, working closely with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders. You will manage a small team of part-time delivery staff and deputise for the Senior Manager for Astronomy Education as required.
You will have exceptional science communication skills in spoken and written media, broad subject knowledge backed by relevant formal qualifications, significant experience of working in the science education sector, a track record of collaborating with stakeholders and experience of managing people and projects.
In exchange for reciprocal support for formal learning, you will be required to deliver public programmes on a regular basis, with activity ranging from planetarium shows to adult evening events. For more information and to apply please visit www.rmg.co.uk/jobs
Lead Astronomy Education Officer
Royal Museums Greenwich includes the National Maritime Museum, the Queen's House, the Cutty Sark and the Royal Observatory Greenwich (ROG).
Working primarily at the ROG, the Science Learning & Public Engagement department (SL&PE) develops and delivers world-class astronomy and space exploration programmes, resources and media for our visitors and audiences. Key strands of activity include a schools programme reaching 42,000 pupils and teachers a year, a public planetarium programme reaching 163,000 people a year and a public programme reaching 43,000 people a year.
SL&PE is looking for a passionate, experienced and talented individual to take on the role of Lead Astronomy Education Officer. The post-holder will play a key role in the Astronomy Education team and the wider department. They will work with the wider team on the development and delivery of formal learning programmes and resources for teachers and pupils of all ages. The post-holder will lead the development of our out-of-school hours learning offer and our digital resources for educational audiences, working closely with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders. They will also manage a small team of part-time delivery staff and deputise for the Senior Manager for Astronomy Education as required.
The successful applicant will have exceptional science communication skills in spoken and written media, broad subject knowledge backed by relevant formal qualifications, significant experience of working in the science education sector, a track record of collaborating with stakeholders and experience of managing people and projects.
In exchange for reciprocal support for formal learning, the post-holder will be required to deliver public programmes on a regular basis, with activity ranging from planetarium shows to adult evening events. They will work one weekend in four to support the delivery of our seven-day-a week offer.
The post holder will also serve as a media spokesperson for the ROG, delivering interviews for the press and media as their other duties permit. They will also support publications, editing and writing books on a similar basis.
Reports to: Lead Astronomy Education Manager
Responsible for: Small team of delivery staff
Key areas of responsibility
- To work within the current framework of best practice in science education, science communication and public engagement.
- To develop, promote, deliver and maintain cutting edge programmes and resources for primary and secondary pupils and their teachers.
- To lead the development of our out-of-school-hours offer for secondary pupils, including lectures, courses and student advisory panels.
- To lead the development of digital content for educational audiences, including social media, digital marketing and multimedia content.
- To work with contractors, partners, collaborators and stakeholders on the delivery of special projects, building and maintaining relationships.
- To develop training materials for formal learning programmes and train others to deliver them.
- To line manage part-time staff supporting the delivery of formal learning programmes in a variety of settings.
- To deputise for the Senior Manager for Astronomy Education.
- To deliver public planetarium shows and informal learning programmes in exchange for reciprocal support from other teams.
- To support press, media and publications in relation to relevant projects, delivering interviews and editing or writing articles and books.
- Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Senior Manager for Astronomy Education or the Head of Department.
Qualifications, experience and personal qualities
Essential
- A degree in astrophysics or a similar subject with a relevant post-graduate qualification.
- Broad knowledge of physics, astronomy and space exploration, from basic science to current research.
- Excellent presentation skills, with experience of working with a wide range of audiences and settings.
- Excellent writing skills with experience of writing copy for different audiences in a wide range of media.
- Experience of developing digital learning resources and applying digital approaches in teaching and learning.
- Experience of working with key organisations in the science education sector, such as the ASDC, STFC, IOP, UKSA, RAS and others.
- Significant experience of working with formal learners of all ages and their and teachers in a museum, science centre or university outreach setting.
- An in-depth knowledge of the current National Curriculum and other statutory education requirements and initiatives.
- A passion for innovation in science education based on the latest developments in teaching practice and pupil engagement.
- Experience of using cutting edge science to support learning through innovative programmes and projects.
- Experience of managing or supervising others.
- Committed team player capable of independent work.
- Confident networker with excellent communication skills.
- Positive, flexible and pro-active attitude to new opportunities.
- Excellent organisational and time-keeping skills.
- Able to remain calm under pressure.
Desirable
- A doctorate in Astrophysics.
- A teaching qualification and experience of teaching.
- Experience of using small telescopes.
- Experience of presenting in a planetarium.
- Experience of working with the press or media.