Curator of Natural Sciences

Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery Trust, Carlisle is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, experienced and highly organised individual who is passionate about the care, curation, learning potential and development of natural sciences collections to join the Collections & Programming team at Tullie House in Carlisle.

The postholder will lead on the development of the Natural Sciences Collection (which are subject to a current Designation application) in relation to engagement activities, acquisitions, collections care projects, research, exhibitions and collection displays. This will involve working in collaboration within the Trust and external organisations.

Candidates must have demonstrable knowledge and experience of Natural Sciences collections, developing engagement activity and exhibitions and liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires a degree in a relevant subject and a postgraduate qualification in museum/gallery studies and/or an AMA or equivalent experience. Knowledge of documentation systems and experience of working with volunteers will also be essential, as will excellent communication skills.

Closing date 12pm Monday 10 August 2015. Application form and more information from http://www.tulliehouse.co.uk/about-us/vacancies