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Curator (Assistant or Associate), Dinosaur Institute
Start date: 1st July 2015
Closing date: Open until filled
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, salary history, and the full contact information of at least three professional references to thayden@nhm.org, Dinosaur Institute Curatorial Search, Research & Collections, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) seeks a Curator (Assistant or Associate level) specializing in the study of non-avian dinosaurs to conduct collection-based research in evolutionary biology including taxonomy, systematics, ontogeny, functional morphology, and biogeography. The NHM, the largest natural history museum in the western United States, has recently finished a dramatic transformation including new ground-breaking exhibitions and a 3 ½ acre wildlife garden. The NHM’s mission is to inspire wonder, discovery, and responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds. Our strategic intent—“To be the best at communicating how our planet and life on it changes over time and why this matters”—guides our priorities for the next decade.
The NHM holds important collections of non-avian dinosaurs and other Mesozoic tetrapods. These collections afford a huge potential for a broad array of research and public programs and are continuously growing through ongoing field efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a dynamic, productive, and scientifically significant program of research to build a growing scientific and public profile, overseeing the development and curation of important collections, maintaining and strengthening the NHM’s presence in key professional and governmental networks, and establishing active internal NHM collaborations, especially with the Education and Exhibits, Marketing and Communications, and Advancement Departments.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have a record of outstanding research and publications as well as excellent communication skills, a talent for collaboration across disciplines and an innate ability to engage and enthuse the public and stakeholders through his/her work.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., a strong track record of published research, and experience in generating funding to support research.
His/her demonstrated talent for successful public communication will enhance collaborations with non-scientists in the NHM’s Education and Exhibits, Marketing and Communications, and Advancement Departments.
Experience in collections management would be an advantage, as would an interest in creative ways of engaging the public in research (e.g., citizen science).
The Curator will be expected to develop an active and publically engaging research program, develop working relationships with local universities, mentor students and postdoctoral fellows, and maintain research through obtaining competitive grants and/or funding from other external sources.
The candidate must have the vision and capability to build a research program that can be integrated within the NHM’s ongoing efforts to understand the evolution of dinosaurs. He/she will manage the collection’s growth and undertake research in ways that increase both its scientific and public appeal.
The ability to communicate effectively and engage with a wide variety of audiences, including the public and the NHM’s various stakeholders is paramount.
The successful candidate will be expected to help oversee staff and supervise the NHM’s dinosaur programs including collections and field efforts.
He/she will actively participate in a broad range of museum activities, such as exhibits, education, outreach, training of educators, public communications including, but not limited to, media interactions, and fundraising.
The Curator will also be responsible for building productive ties with local universities, professional associations, educators, and other relevant organizations within the scientific and general community.
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, salary history, and the full contact information of at least three professional references to thayden@nhm.org, Dinosaur Institute Curatorial Search, Research & Collections, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA.
Curator, late Pleistocene Rancho La Brea collections
Start date: 1st July 2015
Closing date: Open until filled
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) seeks a Curator for its renowned late Pleistocene Rancho La Brea collections housed at the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits. The successful candidate will conduct collection-based research in evolutionary biology and paleoecology including systematics, biogeography, climate change, and biodiversity science. The NHM, the largest natural history museum in the western United States, has recently finished a dramatic transformation including new ground-breaking exhibitions and a wildlife garden. It anticipates completing a similar transformation at the Page Museum facility and adjacent La Brea Tar Pits during the next decade. The NHM¹s mission is to inspire wonder, discovery, and responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds . Our strategic intent - "To be the best at communicating how our planet and life on it changes over time and why this matters" - guides our priorities for the next decade. The successful candidate will have a record of outstanding research and publications as well as excellent communication skills, a talent for collaboration across disciplines and an innate ability to engage and enthuse the public and stakeholders through his/her work.
The Page Museum is the site museum for the La Brea Tar Pits, one of the world¹s richest Ice Age fossil sites that has to date yielded an estimated 5 million specimens representing more than 600 species of animals and plants of Late Pleistocene age. These collections afford a huge potential for a broad array of research and public programs and are continuously growing through ongoing excavations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a dynamic, productive, and scientifically significant program of research to build a growing scientific and public profile, overseeing the development and curation of important collections, maintaining and strengthening the NHM¹s presence in key professional and governmental networks, and establishing active internal NHM collaborations, especially with the Education and Exhibits, Marketing and Communications, and Advancement Departments.
◦The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., a strong track record of published research, and experience in generating funding to support research.
◦His/her demonstrated talent for successful public communications will enhance collaborations with non-scientists in the NHM's Education and Exhibits, Marketing and Communications and Advancement Departments.
◦Experience in collections management would be an advantage, as would an interest in creative ways of engaging the public in research (e.g., citizen science).
◦The Curator will be expected to develop an active and publically engaging research program, develop working relationships with local universities, mentor students and postdoctoral fellows, and maintain research through obtaining competitive grants and/or funding from other external sources
◦The candidate must have the vision and capability to build a research program that can be integrated within the NHM¹s ongoing efforts to document and interpret biotic responses to environmental change.
◦He/she will manage the collection's growth and undertake research in ways that increase both its scientific and public appeal.
◦The ability to communicate effectively and engage with a wide variety of audiences, including the public and the NHM¹s various stakeholders is paramount.
◦The successful candidate will be expected to help oversee staff and supervise the NHM's Rancho La Brea program including the collections and excavations
◦He/she will actively participate in a broad range of museum activities, such as exhibits, education, outreach, training of educators, public communications including, but not limited to, media interactions, and fundraising.
◦The successful candidate will be expected to play a key role in the ongoing transformation of the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits.
◦The Curator will also be responsible for building productive ties with local universities, professional associations, educators, and other relevant organizations within the scientific and general community.
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, salary history, and the full contact information of at least three professional references to thayden@nhm.org, Page Museum Curatorial Search, Research & Collections, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA.
Managing Director - Centres for Earth & Space, Fossils & Evolution
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is seeking a motivated individual for the new position of Managing Director, Centres for Earth & Space and Fossils & Evolution. The ROM’s eight Centres of Discovery act as accessible entry points to the encyclopaedic scope of the ROM. They make visible the research and collections activities taking place behind-the-scenes, build community and visitor affinity with a subject area, and ensure a dynamic and visitor-focussed experience.
The successful candidate is specifically charged with advancing the mandate of these two Centres, acting as a champion for the rich content associated with each Centre, and ensuring that the ROM’s public engagement is aligned with the Museum’s research and collections strengths while continuing to focus on the community’s needs and interests. This position reports directly to the Deputy Director, Engagement and responsibilities will include:
Managing/Implementing Centre programs, projects, exhibitions and partnerships:
Work with ROM curators and programmes staff to conceive, develop and implement innovative public engagement experiences based on ROM research and collections; work on cross-departmental teams to co-ordinate and deliver projects; contribute to museum-wide planning and advancement efforts; liaise with senior management and ROM Governors; monitor and report on Centre outcomes.
Planning Centre programs, projects, exhibitions and partnerships:
Work with ROM leadership to develop strategic plans for implementation of Centre objectives and collaborate with ROM Governors to develop and deliver the Centres’ philanthropic plans.
Networking and Capacity Building
ROM point of contact for the Centres for the general public, external partners, and internal stakeholders; develop external relationships and strategic partnerships; conceive and manage specific projects of mutual benefit with external partners; establish and work with external advisory committees; attend and contribute to conferences and meetings.
Qualifications
◦Graduate degree in in Earth Sciences (Geology, Mineralogy or Meteoritics), Palaeontology or related fields;
◦Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a museum, cultural or academic environment with at least four (4) years of progressively responsible management experience;
◦Strong strategic planning skills;
◦Demonstrated experience developing and managing large complex programs, projects, exhibitions and partnerships;
◦Demonstrated ability to work with staff and volunteers across many internal teams, including: curatorial, programming, education, operations, marketing and communications, web and social media, philanthropy (ROM Governors), and volunteer teams;
◦Knowledge of Earth Sciences methods and familiarity with peer-reviewed literature;
◦Experience in the transfer of science content for use by the general public;
◦Comfort and familiarity with technology, including experience with on-line mult-media and social media communication;
◦Excellent communication and presentation skills.
◦The ability to speak French would be an asset.
Applicants for the position should submit resumes by October 24, 2014 to: Mara Gunner, Human Resources Department, Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2C6 or preferably: e-mail humanresources@rom.on.ca – please quote file no. 2014-082-Managing Director, Centres for Earth & Space, Fossils & Evolution, in the subject line.
Geologist (Paleontology) / Paleontologist
Job Announcement Number: MT-DEU-2015-0001
Control Number: 382713700
About the BLM
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our greatest natural resource. The BLM manages more land – approximately 253 million acres - than any other Federal agency. This land, known as the National System of Public Lands, is primarily located in 12 Western states, including Alaska. The Bureau, with a budget of about $1 billion, also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estates throughout the nation. The BLM's multiple-use mission is to sustain the health and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. For additional information about the BLM, please visit our website.
The position
BLM is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team to serve as a Paleontologist for the Montana State Office, Division of Resources, Planning, and Fire, Branch of Social and Cultural Resources.
This is an Interdisciplinary position that will be filled as a Geologist (Paleontology), in the GS-1350 series or as a Paleontologist, in the GS-0401 series. This position is located in Billings, Montana.
Information about the Billings area can be found at www.billingschamber.com.
Key Requirements
◦U.S. Citizenship is required;
◦Be sure to read the "How to Apply" and "Required Documents" Sections;
◦You cannot hold an active real estate license; nor can you
◦have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Land;
◦Direct Deposit Required;
◦Security Clearance/Background Investigation is required
Duties
The incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of duties including, but not limited to, the following:
◦Developing and maintaining liaisons with professional, amateur, industry, and advocacy groups, and museums and other institutions for the purpose of exchanging accurate information about the management of paleontological resources on the public lands.
◦Administering the Paleontological Resources Use Permit program for Montana and the Dakotas. This includes reviewing all permit applications and all reports of permitted work, preparing and ensuring adherence to professional standards of work and compliance with laws and requirements, and providing expertise as needed in order to monitor permittees for adherence to terms and conditions of permits.
◦Writing and reviewing information on paleontological resources for land use planning.
◦Developing and implementing training program and outreach programs
◦Developing, analyzing and interpreting policy for statewide and regional application.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The work environment involves approximately 70% percent of incumbent’s time in an office environment, and 30 percent in the field (including travel time). The work may involve frequent travel throughout the three state area of Montana, North and South Dakota, and to other distant meeting locations. Fieldwork may involve rugged settings and extremes of weather.
Museum Cataloguer
The Temporary Museum Cataloguer is required to continue the task of identifying, photographing and re-cataloguing all the remaining artefacts in the Charterhouse Museum store and also to record those artefacts that were sold in 2002. Assess the overall packaging and storage of the collection.
History of Charterhouse
Charterhouse was founded in 1611. The original foundation was at Sutton’s Hospital in London. The School moved to its present magnificent site near Godalming in Surrey in 1872. There are now over 800 pupils aged 13 to 18, all but c.60 of whom are boarders. 70 girls a year are admitted to the Sixth Form. The School enjoys outstanding cultural and sporting facilities, and an enviable record of academic and all-round achievement.
In September 2008 the School adopted a policy of terminal assessment for its sixth form courses, most of which are from the new Cambridge International Examinations Pre-U specifications. The School introduced the IB Diploma Programme as an alternative programme of study in September 2011.
The position
Based at one of England's most prestigious public schools, the Charterhouse Museum was founded in 1874 with the purposed of enriching the pupils’ learning and it comprises an extraordinarily diverse collection of archaeology, ethnography, medals and coins, military and historical items, natural history, geology and School memorabilia. The Museum was dismantled in 2002 and many items were sold, but the remainder now requires re-cataloguing. The Museum Cataloguer will be responsible for this task, with particular focus on the Natural History and Geology collection.
Key responsibilities:
1. Identify, photograph and re-catalogue the artefacts in the Charterhouse Museum store.
2. Compile a database of the current Museum collection.
3. Extract data from Museum's historical paper records.
4. Assess the overall packaging and storage of the collection.
5. Liaise with teaching staff to make artefacts available as teaching resources.
Required skills
Essential
• A good first degree and a postgraduate qualification in a Museum-related field.
• Good research skills
• Experience of Museum object handling and storage
• Good IT skills
• Practical skill in photographing objects
• Strong self-motivation, good time-management skills and the ability to work without close supervision in a lone working environment.
• Enthusiasm for developing museum teaching resources
Desirable
• An interest in Natural History and Geology, as well as wide-ranging historical and archaeological knowledge
Download the job specification (pdf) - http://www.charterhouse.org.uk/Mainfolder/Charterhouse/EmploymentOpportu...
Download the job application form (doc) - http://www.charterhouse.org.uk/Mainfolder/Charterhouse/EmploymentOpportu...
Download information about the recruitment and application process (pdf) - https://charterhouseschool.fluencycms.co.uk/Mainfolder/CharterHouse/Empl...
Please send the completed application form, together with a covering letter, by email or post to:
Human Resources, Charterhouse, Godalming, Surrey GU7 2DX
For any questions please contact Mrs Eleanor Blevin, Director of Human Resources:
Tel: +44 (0)1483 291506 / EleanorBlevin@charterhouse.org.uk
Curatorial/Research Associate, Ornithology and Mammalogy Collections
Review of applications will begin 27 October 2014 and continue until the position is filled.
The Cornell University Museum of Vertebrates (CUMV) is seeking an ornithologist or mammalogist to curate and grow the collections through an organized program of accession in-volving Cornell students in all aspects of museum-based activities. We are interested in a leader for all aspects of the program, from field collections through specimen preparation and curation, to use of the collections in modern specimen-based research. The successful candidate will curate the Ornithology and Mammalogy Collections (including co-supervision of a full-time collections manager) and maintain an active research program in collections-based research.
The CUMV is a unit of the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and is housed in the modern Imogene Powers Johnson Center for Birds and Biodiversity, along with the Lab of Ornithology and its 200 plus faculty and staff. The CUMV holdings include over 1.25 million specimens, including over 60,000 bird and 38,000 mammal specimens and a substantial tissue collection. The CUMV includes space for teaching, specimen preparation and molecular work; a walk-in freezer; X-ray lab; dermestarium; etc. Cornell supports a diverse community of faculty, staff and students pursuing an uncommonly large number of programs and projects in vertebrate biology, ecology and evolution.
Qualifications: Applicants should have a Ph.D. in ornithology, mammalogy, or related area, have broad knowledge of birds and/or mammals, have experience working with natural history collections, and display an interest in interacting with students and the broader scientific communities at the Lab, Cornell and beyond.
Inquiries are encouraged to either of the co-chairs of the search committee: Prof. David W. Winkler (dww4@cornell.edu) or Prof. Jeremy B. Searle (jbs295@cornell.edu). Please submit (as a single pdf file) a CV, a letter describing your vision for future collections-based research and education, and the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three individuals who can serve as references to: curator_search@cornell.edu.
Cornell University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
Taxidermist
Inspiring people, connecting Scotland to the world and the world to Scotland
National Museums Scotland is one of the UK's leading museum services. It has a national and international reach and operates four museum sites.
A major redevelopment programme has transformed the National Museum of Scotland and it is now the most visited attraction in the UK outside London. Inspired by a £80 million Masterplan, the redevelopment made fundamental changes to what we offer visitors, making much more of our beautiful building and rich collections to reveal our treasures in new ways. Two phases have been completed - on time and on budget. To date over £60m of investment has been provided by the Scottish Government, the Heritage Lottery Fund, and over 1,000 generous donors.
The next phase is an ambitious £14.1 million vision for our internationally important collections of Art & Design and Science & Technology.
As well as a vibrant annual programme of exhibitions, events and digital experiences across our museums and collections, we are restoring two historic hangars at the National Museum of Flight with exciting new visitor displays and creating new research and storage facilities at the National Museums Collection Centre
Taxidermist
£26,369 to £29,564 per annum plus membership of Civil Service pension scheme
You will be responsible for the collection, preparation and conservation of animal specimens within the Department of Natural Sciences.
You will develop your specialist knowledge to improve the quality and longevity of display specimens, and to promote access to the collections.
You will hold the Guild of Taxidermists professional qualification, or equivalent, and will have good knowledge of a wide range of taxidermy techniques, as well as knowledge of anatomy, to HND level or equivalent, and of potential health and safety issues. Your knowledge and appreciation of natural history, live animals and behaviour will enable you to use drawings, photos and video to produce display taxidermy of the highest quality. You will have proven experience in museum taxidermy or similar, including working with other professionals to contribute to exhibitions and experimentation. Good colour vision, the ability to preserve and mount skins, sculpt, mould and cast, and excellent manual dexterity, are essential, as is a full driving licence.
Details of this post and of all our vacancies can be viewed on www.nms.ac.uk
For further information and an application pack, please visit www.nms.ac.uk, telephone 0131 247 4094 (answerphone) or email applications@nms.ac.uk, stating reference NMS14/523.
Closing date for completed applications is by Friday 3rd October 2014.
National Museums Scotland is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Science Communication Manager
Role description: The Science Communication Manager is responsible for the development of content for the Museum’s science communication programme and for its delivery, leading and managing a team of face-to-face science communicators. They and their team will work collaboratively and build relationships with colleagues across Public Engagement (in particular Audience Development; Visitor Experience, Learning and Outreach; and Business and Commercial) and Science. The Science Communication Manager will think creatively about new formats and innovations in science communication and lead training for science staff in face-to-face engagement.
This role reports to the Head of Content Development.
Salary: £36,473 per annum plus benefits
Contract: Permanent Appointment
Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 6th October
Role competences: BEFORE beginning your application - Please read the section below about the ‘Online Application Process’ carefully.
If you wish to be considered for this role you will need to address each of the following competences in the ‘other information’ section of your online application:
1. MSc in Science Communication, equivalent relevant qualification or significant relevant experience.
2. Extensive experience of developing and delivering face-to-face science communication activities in a museum, gallery, or similar context.
3. Demonstrable interest in natural sciences and the environment.
4. Experience of leading scientific content development and managing staff either as a project leader or line manager.
5. The ability and confidence to manage, influence and inspire stakeholders and team members at all levels and find appropriate solutions to conflicting priorities.
6. The ability to align the development of science communication content and its outputs with Museum strategy and target audiences.
7. Excellent planning skills with proven experience of prioritising and managing multiple concurrent projects and tasks, including those undertaken by others, whilst ensuring deadlines are met.
8. Proven problem-solving abilities, thinking beyond the immediate issue to broader impacts and organisational goals.
9. The ability to identify ways to improve working systems and processes in order to maintain quality and meet targets and objectives.
10. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Online application process: You are required to provide a response to ALL of the role competences listed above within the ‘Other Information’ section of the online application form (up to 140 words per competence). In order to demonstrate how you meet each competence fully, please provide specific examples from your achievements, knowledge, skills and/or experience.
IMPORTANT: The ‘Other Information’ section will ‘timeout’ after 35 minutes and any information not saved during this time will be lost. Please therefore prepare your answers on a separate document before transferring and saving them to your application.
The ‘Additional Questions’ regarding right to work in the UK and age are mandatory questions and any applications received without these answers will not be considered.
Please review your application fully before pressing ‘submit application’ as you will not be able to make any further amends after submitting, and any applications received which have not addressed ALL competences in full and/or the mandatory questions will be rejected.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted outside of the online application process or as a substitute for completion of the competences.
Two Academic Positions
One post in Ecology & Evolution
One post in Biodiversity, jointly appointed between Imperial College London and the Natural History Museum
Lecturer salary in the range £45,950 - £51,200 per annum
Senior Lecturer/Reader minimum starting salary: £56,450 per annum
Chair minimum starting salary: £71,760 per annum
Silwood Park Campus
Imperial College’s Department of Life Sciences is looking to make two academic appointments in the broad area of Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity. The posts will be based at the Silwood Park Campus (http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/silwoodparkcampus).
The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader/Chair in Ecology & Evolution, will contribute to the mission of the Department of Life Sciences at Imperial College London, and further develop and promote the College's work in ecology and evolution. The purpose of the role is to improve fundamental scientific understanding of biological and ecological processes and systems. In addition, the post holder will be required to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the Department.
The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader/Chair in Biodiversity will be jointly appointed with the Natural History Museum. In this case, the post holder will contribute to the missions of the Departments of Life Sciences at both Imperial College London and the Natural History Museum, and further develop and promote the College's and Museum’s work in biodiversity omics. The purpose of this role is to improve fundamental scientific understanding of biological diversity and systems. In addition, the post holder will be required to contribute to joint postgraduate teaching within both Departments as well as undergraduate teaching at Imperial College London’s Department of Life Sciences.
The successful candidates will be expected to have a good honours degree and a doctorate (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area. You will also have an international reputation for research and innovation in ecology and evolution commensurate with the current stage of your career, underpinned by a record of first-class journal publication. You must also be able to demonstrate the potential to raise significant research funding from UK and EU sources to maintain and enhance the College’s leading research activities. Experience of teaching at undergraduate and Masters’ level, and postgraduate student supervision, are not essential, but would be an advantage.
You must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skill with an ability to convey ideas and concepts clearly and effectively to a range of audiences through a variety of methods and media. You must have the ability to lead a research team, managing the finances and your staff. You must also have the ability to communicate and inspire students as you will be expected to contribute to our undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes.
For appointment to Senior Lecturer/Reader, in addition to the above, candidates must also have an exceptionally strong research record in ecology, evolution or conservation science or a closely related subject, and a proven track record of securing research funding. You will also be expected to have extensive experience in postgraduate teaching and undergraduate teaching across a range of subjects within (or close to) the fields of Ecology, Evolution or Conservation Science, together with a track record of successful postgraduate student supervision and postdoctoral mentoring.
For appointment to the position of Chair, in addition to the above, you will also be expected to have an international reputation for your research, and strong leadership qualities in areas which enhance and extend those of the Group.
The potential for productive research collaboration with existing staff within Imperial’s Department of Life Sciences, and the College more broadly will also be carefully assessed.
Fellows and previous applicants are welcome to apply.
Please contact Professor Vincent Savolainen (Deputy Head of Life Sciences at Imperial College London, v.savolainen@imperial.ac.uk) for informal queries about both posts. You can also contact Professor Ian Owens (Head of Science at the Natural History Museum, i.owens@nhm.ac.uk) and/or Dr Tim Littlewood (Head of Life Sciences at the Natural History Museum, t.littlewood@nhm.ac.uk) for informal queries regarding the joint appointment with Natural History Museum.
Imperial Managers lead by example - http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/hr/procedures/support/opportunities/expectations
Committed to equality and valuing diversity. We are also an Athena SWAN Silver Award winner, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Two Ticks Employer and are working in partnership with GIRES to promote respect for trans people.
Closing Date
6 October 2014 (midnight BST)
How To Apply
Our preferred method of application is online via this website. Please download the following application form and save to your computer. Once completed, please upload your application form prior to submitting your application.
Please note that CVs should be submitted for Academic posts and must be accompanied by an application form.
Chairs and Readers application form - http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/employment/appformnotes1
Lecturers and Senior Lecturers (Clinical and Non-clinical) application form - http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/employment/appformnotes2
Should you have any queries please contact:
Miss Victoria Ireton - v.ireton@imperial.ac.uk
Job Description and Person Specification
Further Particulars - Academic position in Ecology & Evolution - http://tinyurl.com/mza5rh7
Further Particulars - Academic position in Biodiversity (joint appointment with the Natural History Museum) - http://tinyurl.com/ncs3wsc
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Head of National Public Programmes
Role description:
The Natural History Museum is one of the world’s great public museums, uniquely positioned through its collection and research to engage a broad audience in learning about the history, diversity and future of the natural world. A key ambition in a new Museum strategy for public engagement seeks to grow and deepen engagement with national audiences and build a world class national public programme.
Reporting to the Head of Visitor Experience, Learning and Outreach, the Head of National Public Programmes is a new role and responsible for working with colleagues across Public Engagement, Science Group and Development to define a National Engagement Strategy for the Museum that will include a national programme to engage public audiences with the collections, natural history, scientific work and broad expertise of the Museum and also a programme to develop collaborations to share and build skills/knowledge/capability amongst partner organisations.
The UK national public programme will strengthen the Museum’s position as a national institution through focussed strategic engagement, maximising the benefits of the Museum’s work and delivering high profile and high quality public value.
Salary: Range of £40,000 to £45,000 per annum. An exceptional candidate could expect a salary toward the upper end of the range
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 28th September 2014
Interview: Week commencing 6th October 2014
Role competences:
1. A good first degree, preferably in natural sciences, education or a related subject
2. Highly experienced practitioner in the cultural sector, preferably within museums, able to demonstrate a good understanding of audience engagement, public programming, current cultural sector issues and government policy affecting museums
3. Substantial experience of networking, generating diverse partnerships and stakeholder engagement amongst organisations with varying working practices and cultures
4. Exceptional communication skills able to build rapport and support across a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
5. In-depth experience of developing and delivering successful and collaborative strategies that are aligned to organisational objectives
6. Broad experience and success in securing funding to support activity
7. Proven experience in complex programme management , able to manage a large and diverse portfolio of activity
8. Excellent organisational and time management skills and able to work unsupervised
9. Experienced in robust financial management and reporting
Online application process:
Completing the online application form.
You are required to address each criterion from the competences (requirements) section of the role specification (section 3).
Please provide specific examples from your achievements, knowledge, skills or experience to demonstrate how you meet each of these competences for the role.
Please use one field per competence and using no more than 140 words per field, provide us with the information of how you meet this competence.