Jobs Archive
Collections Officer
As part of a redevelopment project, the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS) seeks to appoint a Collections Officer to support the preparation and move of the RCS museum collections. The museum collections comprise of organic specimens, surgical instruments, artworks, models and microscope slides. They include historically significant ACE Designated collections and modern Human Tissue Authority (HTA) licenced material.
The Collections Officer will work across multiple sites. They will be responsible for various aspects of collections management and collections care. This includes object cataloguing, packing and movement of collections and location and movement control, using ADLIB Collections Management System. The post-holder will hold a degree in a relevant subject and have demonstrable experience of working with museum collections. They will have a good understanding of museums documentation and experience of using collections databases. Importantly they will have the sensitivity and confidence needed to work with specimens of human tissue and ensure that Human Tissue Authority standards are adhered to.
Director of Biodiversity Banking - Institute for Conservation Research
San Diego Zoo Global is a conservation organization dedicated to the science of saving endangered species worldwide. San Diego Zoo Global operates three world-class facilities: the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research.
Our organization’s vision - we will lead the fight against extinction.
Help us to make a difference for wildlife and begin your adventure with a career at the San Diego Zoo. Join the dedicated crew who are passionate about what they do and strive to create unforgettable experiences for our guests. The San Diego Zoo’s Institute for Conservation Research has an immediate opening for a full-time conservation innovator to develop and lead the research and technical team devoted to our unique Frozen Zoo® cryobank (http://institute.sandiegozoo.org/resources/frozen-zoo®). This position will also interface with our Native Plant Seed Bank, Pathology Archives and other biomaterials collections.
We are specifically seeking candidates with experience managing cryopreservation systems who possess the scientific training preparing them to conduct collection management research and to curate preserved biological collections of plants and animals, as well as skills to develop and manage the Biodiversity Banking team as an enterprising, service-oriented unit. A background that includes a strong understanding of cryobiology, cell biology, tissue culture, gamete preservation, and/or seed banking as well as curation and collection management is desirable.
This position marks Biodiversity Banking’s establishment as an independent unit within the San Diego Zoo’s Institute for Conservation Research and presents opportunities to collaborate with a dynamic research team that includes Community Engagement, Conservation Genetics, Disease Investigations, Plant Conservation, Population Sustainability, Reproductive Sciences, and Recovery Ecology. We are the largest zoo-based, multidisciplinary research and wildlife conservation team in the world and are currently engaged in projects in more than 40 countries benefitting over 100 species.
The successful candidate will oversee the current five-person team and the Frozen Zoo® facilities at the Beckman Center for Conservation Research in Escondido, California, and at the San Diego Zoo. The initial expectation is to adapt the existing group into an independent unit supporting scientific research of other Institute teams while developing a productive new program dedicated to improving the science of cryopreservation and biobank collection management.
Assistant Curator (Natural Science)
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery seeks to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Curator with a specialism within the Natural Sciences to assist us in delivering the Arts Council England Designation Development Fund ‘Accessing Staffordshire Geology’ project. This is an externally funded, full-time opportunity, fixed term until 31st March 2022. We are looking to start the successful candidate on Monday, 01 June 2020.
The post is funded by the Arts Council England Designation Development Fund with the aim of cataloguing, digitising and displaying areas of the Natural Science collections, particularly geology, to improve public access. The project has a strong emphasis on supporting the post-holder to develop curatorial skills in relevant subjects through experience and training.
Collections Assistant (Earth Collections)
Reporting to the Head of Earth Collections, we require a Collections Assistant with experience of working in natural history collections is required for a one-year full-time post within the Earth Collections of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History.
The post holder must have experience of working with geological collections and will work as part of a team to carry out collections-related tasks as and when required, including assisting with loan processes, dealing with enquiries and facilitating visits to the collections. The post holder will also work with the Collections Managers in Earth Collections to help deliver strategic projects, including the main court redisplay programme.
Applicants are required to complete the online application form on Oxford University’s website and include a CV and supporting statement addressing the selection criteria. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants).
Curator of Zoology and Anatomy
Job Purpose
To develop, care for, encourage and facilitate the use and interpretation of the Zoology and Anatomy collections belonging to The Hunterian. The post also undertakes and promotes research and other scholarly initiatives on these collections and engages in teaching, learning and public engagement activity.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To ensure that the collections are efficiently managed, documented and interpreted for their long-term well-being.
- To undertake, facilitate and collaborate in innovative research in the Hunterian Zoology and Anatomy collections and to participate actively in international scholarship relating to these collections the post-holder will be required to write up research findings for publication in leading peer-reviewed journals and through other appropriate media [average 20% of time jointly devoted to research/teaching activity].
- To acquire and update subject related knowledge and provide as appropriate, expert advice to UoG and related organisations on matters pertaining to the collections, and to participate in national and international activities related to the collections.
- To engage with faculty in the relevant Schools and Colleges across the University, maintaining existing relationships and initiating new ones in order to develop and deliver innovative and multi-disciplinary collections-based teaching and research programmes.
- To work with the Curators for Entomology and Science and Medical History Collections, to develop new strategies for the future conservation, display and interpretation of the Zoology and Anatomy collections; to participate in public engagement and knowledge exchange programmes, using the collections in innovative ways, collaborating with colleagues/researchers as required.
- To facilitate physical, digital and intellectual access to the collections for HE and other groups and to encourage use of the collections by the widest possible learning audiences, including dissemination though exhibition, digital media and other means. This will include contributions to ongoing digitisation programmes in relation to content management systems, in discussion and collaboration with Hunterian or other colleagues, and for the zoology material in particular to feed collection data to appropriate global aggregators.
- To assist in the development of the collections in accordance with The Hunterian's strategic development plans.
- To identify potential sources of funding and secure such funds through grant applications as appropriate, either as an individual or team member and to manage resources effectively and be accountable for their use in relation to the collection.
HOPE for the Future Learning Officer (2 posts)
The Museum of Natural History is embarking on an ambitious project, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to deliver a plan of activity to safeguard the British Insect Collection and use it to inspire the public. The project is called HOPE for the Future: Heritage, Outreach and Preservation of Entomology.
The museum wishes to appoint two learning experienced officers to work with the existing learning team to deliver significant components of the NLTF activity plan. The project will develop and deliver an ambitious level of working in the community including a significant schools outreach programme, with a focus on schools in areas of disadvantage, and will establish an out-of-school engagement programme for young people, allowing extended engagement with the collections and the museum.
The Learning Officers will be responsible for delivering a demanding schools outreach programme, with a focus on delivering Insect Discovery Days, based on the CREST framework, allowing students to gain a recognised certificate as part of their experience of engaging with heritage.
Applicants are required to complete the online application form (via the University of Oxford job website) and include a CV and supporting statement addressing the selection criteria.
For further details please contact the Head of Education, Sarah Lloyd, sarah.lloyd@oum.ox.ac.uk, 01865 282537
Closing date: Monday 13th January 2020 - 12 noon
Interview dates: Wednesday 5th February and Friday 7th February 2020
Zoological taxidermist/preparator, specializing in mammals
The State Natural History Museum of the 3Landesmuseen in Braunschweig is offering a permanent full-time position (39.8 hrs/week).
Zoological taxidermist/preparator, specializing in mammals (m/f/d)
Responsibilities:
The position is based in the vertebrate collection and exhibit of the State Natural History Museum (SNHM) and includes the following specific tasks:
• independent planning and realization of zoological taxidermy and conservational work for specific scientific problems and exhibition projects
• independent planning, realization and documentation of complex conservation and restoration of unique historical specimen and type specimen
• monitoring of and care for the collections and exhibits, especially of the dioramas, also including object loans, and with attention to preventative conservation and Integrated Pest Management
• digitization of the collection, participation in the setup and maintenance of the database
• participation in installation and de-installation of exhibitions
• participation in emergency planning
• passing on knowledge in training and further education
• preparation and execution of activities in education, exhibitions and public relations
Qualifications
Required education and experience:
• degree or vocational training in zoological taxidermy/preparation, preparation technician or equivalent. Applications are also accepted if degree is only earned in 2020.
• thorough and comprehensive knowledge of and practical experience in all established preservation and preparation methods and techniques for vertebrates
• expert knowledge of and practical experiences in the restoration and repair of historical, often contaminated, specimen
• expert knowledge of anatomy and morphology of vertebrates
• general knowledge of taxonomy and vertebrate systematics
• thorough expert knowledge of and practical experience in handling natural history collections, including their scientific use, conservational standards, laws and regulations
• thorough knowledge of workplace safety regulations
• good foreign language skills, especially German and English
• familiarity with database systems
• knowledge of and experience in handling optical equipment (microscopes, scanners, photo- and digitization stations)
• valid driver’s license
• physical fitness as well as above-average craftsmanship
Preferred qualifications:
• creativity, flexibility, open-mindedness, initiative, and independence
• excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
• high sense of responsibility and reliability
• preparedness for interdisciplinary cooperation
• preparedness to work on weekends and holidays
• preparedness to attend conferences and further training
We are:
The 3Landesmuseen are Lower Saxony’s largest national museum group, located in Braunschweig, comprised of the Braunschweig State Museum, the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum and the State Natural History Museum run by the federal state of Lower Saxony.
With almost 270 years of history, the State Natural History Museum is considered one of the oldest natural history museums world-wide. It is responsible for keeping approximately 500,000 specimen, some of which date back to the 17th century. Through scientific research and topical exhibitions, the museum attracts about 70,000 visitors a year.
We offer:
• a full-time position and salary according to pay grade 9 TV-L, depending on personal qualifications. Employees covered by collective agreements are also entitled to a yearly bonus (paid on December 1, so-called “Christmas allowance”) as well as a company pension scheme
• a challenging and varied occupation in a dedicated team
• professional and personal advancement by encouraging personal strengths and further education
• a future-proof position and flexible working hours
Severely disabled applicants will be given preference in cases of equal qualifications.
In an effort to further equal opportunities, the 3Landesmuseen want to encourage applications by the underrepresented gender in this pay grade. Therefore, applications by men are particularly welcome. Applications from all nationalities are welcome.
We are looking forward to work documentation of mounted specimen.
We prefer applications by e-mail and ask for a consolidated pdf-file not exceeding 5 MB in size.
We would like to point out, that application documents sent in by mail cannot be returned. The documents will be destroyed according to data protection regulations after the conclusion of the application procedure.
Please direct your enquiries to Ms. Claudia Kamcke (Tel: +49 531 1225 3300) after January 23, 2020.
Please send your applications with compelling documents (CV, certificates) as well as a detailed description of your practical experience to
3Landesmuseen, z. H. Frau Andrea Fleischmann, Museumstraße 1,
38100 Braunschweig, Tel. +49 531-1225-4300,
E-Mail: a.fleischmann@3landesmuseen.de
Application deadline is Febuary 15, 2020.
Librarian
The African Natural History Research Trust (ANHRT) is a charitable research trust and museum focused on African entomological biodiversity. Our research is aimed at increasing the scientific knowledge of African insects with an emphasis on Lepidoptera.
We are looking for an experienced full-time librarian who will support the arrangement, cataloguing and use of the archives held at ANHRT. The archive contains a variety of formats including volumes, loose papers, plans and maps, illustrations and photographs, including photographic slides and negatives.
It is essential that you have an ability to lift, carry and move collection material using trolleys, kick stools and lifts on a regular basis, e.g. to move items from stacks to shelves. There will be a frequent need to carry items upstairs.
Due to the location of ANHRT you must have a full driving licence and your own car.
To apply for this job:
1) Please provide your current CV for the attention of Molly Carter to enquiries@anhrt.org.uk
2) By return you will receive an ANHRT application form which you are required to complete and return to accompany your CV as part of your application.
Development and Membership Assistant
Development and Membership Assistant
Dorset Museum
£18,000 pro rata (0.6 FTE, Fixed Term 18 month Contract)
Dorset Museum closed in October 2018 for a £15 million pound redevelopment. Complete with new galleries, a learning centre, collections storage, a library and visitor facilities the new Museum will become a cultural destination at the heart of Dorset's community.
Owned and managed by the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society, the Museum is an independent museum, receiving financial support from Dorset Council. Open to anyone with an interest in Dorset's past to join, the Dorset Natural History and Archaeological Society (DNHAS) is an educational charity with around 2000 members.
The new Dorset Museum will open in Summer 2020 with ambitions to welcome 100,000 visitors a year.
Main Purpose of Post:
The Development and Membership Assistant will support the delivery and administration of the DNHAS fundraising strategy, its membership scheme, membership recruitment, cultivation, activities and stewardship.
The full Job Description and Person Specification is available from
The Secretary,
Dorset Museum,
The Old Warehouse,
31A Durngate Street,
Dorchester, DT1 1JP
or secretary@dorsetcountymuseum.org
The deadline for applications is: 12noon, Thursday 12th December 2019
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 18th December in Dorchester.
Application should be by CV with a covering letter demonstrating how you fit the job description and person specification.
Dorset Museum,
The Old Warehouse,
31A Durngate Street,
Dorchester, DT1 1JP
Natural History Collections Assistant
Interview Date - Thursday 9th January 2020
The Service
Portsmouth Museums & Visitor Services is responsible for the care of the city's museum collections and for making them accessible to both residents and visitors. The service operates six museum and heritage sites across the city - Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery, The D-Day Story, Portsmouth Natural History Museum, Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum, Southsea Castle and Eastney Engine Houses. We deliver activities and projects to engage and inspire a range of audiences and involve them in the development and delivery of the service.
What is the role?
The purpose of the role is to assist in the delivery of 'Wild about Portsmouth', a HLF funded project. You will assist the Curator of Natural History in helping to make the collection accessible for display, events and research. They will work alongside museum staff, stakeholders and volunteers to help develop and promote our natural history collections.
You will contribute to social media postings, update museum records, rehousing and reorganising collections as well as uploading images on Modes Complete (Museums database). The post holder will be responsible for contributing to the development of the Wild About Portsmouth activity plan and will work with volunteers and work experience student as necessary.
What you need to succeed?
We are looking for a well organised, methodical person who has great attention to detail and a real passion for natural history.
The successful candidate will have strong IT skills with experience of working with Microsoft Office applications, databases and using social media in a professional manner. If you have excellent communication and customer care skills along with flexibility and an interest in natural history we want to hear from you!