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Curatorial & Collections Assistant (Zoology)
UCL Culture invite applications for the post of Curatorial & Collections Assistant
UCL Culture is a multidisciplinary team committed to connecting the world with UCL through innovative programming and engagement activities. We use our assets in the form of collections, museums, theatre and most importantly our people and know how to mobilise the UCL community, inspiring them to engage people with their research and their research with people. We amplify their work through the delivery of compelling and coherent programmes of events, public engagement activities, public art, performance, exhibitions and permanent museum displays to create cutting edge cultural experiences. We collaborate, light sparks, disrupt and provoke. We use our objects, insights and expertise to reframe questions and surface new ideas. We believe in the power of open because open minds see further.
The Operations team within UCL Culture directly manage our venues, customer interactions, administration and collections. The Operations team sets the standard in these areas to ensure we maintain a quality, compliant and professional service-orientated approach that responds to the strategy of UCL Culture and UCL.
This role will contribute towards the care of the collections, and provide support for teaching and research with UCL collections.
Key Requirements
The successful candidate will have excellent team-working and collaborative skills, with the ability to provide a high standard of customer service. They must have previous experience of working in a museum, with handling a wide range of fragile objects, and experience of collections care and documentation. A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience, and knowledge of museum catalogue software are also desirable.
Collections and Engagement Curator: Natural Science
Hastings Museum & Art Gallery - Collections and Engagement Curators
“A local museum with a global collection that inspires people and connects communities”
Positions:
Human History (world cultures, local and social history) - 26 hours per week
Art (fine art and decorative arts) - 18.5 hours per week
Natural Science (archaeology, zoology, and geology) - 18.5 hours per week
Do you love bringing collections and the stories they hold to life as well as have a passion for working with people? We are looking for a proactive and energetic person with previous experience of curation, engagement or museum learning.
As a Collections and Engagement Curator you will be integral to the success and development of Hastings Museum & Art Gallery as it transforms into a community museum. You will provide curatorial leadership and expertise in community-led initiatives linked to the museum’s business plan. You will be responsible for the curation and the development of the collections and community-led projects with our core and target audiences.
You will be expected to work as part of a small team and be passionate about encouraging participation and dialogue with the local community, stakeholder groups and volunteers. Your previous experience of developing high quality events, exhibitions and displays, learning sessions or community and access programmes will be central to making a success of this new role.
As a key member of our new collections and engagement team you will work with colleagues to develop and deliver new sustainable and engaging opportunities to achieve our ambition to become a community museum.
We understand as a hybrid role that you may have more experience in some areas than others and as such we will support you to develop your skills and knowledge.
About the museum
The Hastings Museum & Art Gallery was established in 1890 with ownership passing the local authority in 1905. Today, the museum is going through a period of significant change as we transform into a community museum. This transformation will ensure that we are relevant to the people of Hastings as well as to visitors to the town. It will see us become a socially engaged organisation focused on community engagement, particularly with groups from disadvantaged areas, minorities and vulnerable groups, as well as have a strong emphasis on promoting health, well-being, education and lifelong learning. Over the next three years we aim to be a more resilient museum with increased external funding and earned income.
Hastings
Over the last decade Hastings has undergone an economic and cultural renaissance. The area’s reputation as cultural centre continues to strengthen with flagship projects such as the RIBA award-wining Pier, Jerwood Gallery and iconic De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill stimulating new cultural economic activity. The town is full of life with plenty of things to do in the evening and at weekends, from the arcades on the sea to bars and cafes in the town centre sitting alongside a full calendar of festivals, arts and cultural events. Hastings is easily accessible by road, rail and bus – with good transport links to London and along the South Coast to places like Brighton.
Hastings Borough Council
Here, we have a vision to create a better Hastings; a strong community, where our residents can enjoy an excellent quality of life in an attractive environment.
We’re working to achieve this through the many services we provide, from regenerating the town centre and improving the cleanliness of our streets and beaches to increasing cultural opportunities and strengthening the local economy. We’re driven by a belief in fairness, a desire to tackle economic and social deprivation, and a recognition of the value of cultural diversity in the town.
To apply
Our main priority for this job role is to find people with the right values and attitude that match our own! If you would like to have an informal chat about applying for this role please call 01424 451151 and speak to our Museum and Cultural Development Manager. To apply please fill out an application form.
Assistant Collections Officer
An Assistant Collections Officer is needed at Buxton Museum and Art Gallery to continue developing and delivering visitor services and collections management at the county's only museum, while the current post holder is seconded to another project.
This appointment will provide an opportunity to help shape the events, exhibition and digital access programmes in a lively museum, whose core collections are the archaeology and geology of the Peak District.
You will have a post graduate experience of working in museums including in collections management and exhibition and events programming, alongside experience of working with the public.
You will understand the role museums play in the delivery of local authority services, and contribute to new ways of delivering museum services to our users and non-users.
As part of a small committed team, you will be able to manage your own time effectively. You may be expected occasionally at weekends or in the evening.
The post is offered initially for eighteen months from start date.
Apply
https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/libraries-commissioning-communities-and-p...
Geology Projects Trainee
Location: County Durham, Stanhope (and across the North Pennines area)
Salary: £57.00 - £60.75 per day (training bursary)
Closing Date: 06/05/19
Applicants are invited for a 12 month geodiversity projects traineeship with the North Pennines AONB Partnership.
The North Pennines AONB Partnership is the management body for the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark.
We are currently offering a training opportunity in geoheritage interpretation and education that would enable you to work with skilled professionals from our team and colleagues from partner organisations.
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Earth Science graduate who wants to develop their potential for a career in the geoheritage field.
This traineeship is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Candidates must be able to meet the transport requirements of the post. The work will be based 5 days a week in our offices in Stanhope.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held in Stanhope on 23 May 2019.
To apply, please visit:
https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/Temporary_Geology_Projects_Trainee/...
For information on the role itself, please contact Naomi Foster on 01388 528801 or via email at naomi@northpenninesaonb.org.uk
Naomi Foster
Geology Projects Officer
naomi@northpenninesaonb.org.uk
Associate Curator
Associate Curator
Science Museum Group
UK, England, London
Closing Date: 28/04/2019
Are you passionate about communicating the history of science to a wide audience?
As part of a review of our temporary exhibitions programme, we are seeking an Associate Curator of Exhibitions to join the Curatorial team to focus on research and development of content. As Associate Curator you will support the development and delivery of imaginative and creative content by working with stakeholders and external partners to deliver a strong a compelling visitor experience. You'll identify opportunities for new acquisitions or materials, ensure accurate documentation of objects and work with our Design and New Media teams to help create rich and immersive exhibitions.
Joining us, you'll have good knowledge of science or the history of science.
You will have experience delivering compelling and exciting content; with an ability to communicate ideas and issues around science for non-specialist audiences.
You'll have excellent interpersonal skills, with an understanding of best practice in museum collections and research.
You will be offered excellent benefits, including 25 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme, BUPA medical and dental care, an annual season ticket loan and numerous staff discounts whilst developing your career in a world class museum group.
For further information please see our website:
http://bit.ly/2IkOD4z
Curator - Sciences (Natural History/Space/Science & Technology)
Curator - Sciences (Natural History/Space/Science & Technology)
Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Center
Kuwait, Salmiya
Job Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Kuwaiti Dinars 2250 to 2500 per month (68,000 GBP to 75,000 GBP annually tax free) Negotiable
Closing Date: 30 May 2019
To support the Head of Programmes in developing the public education and outreach potential, to support with curation and expansion of its natural science/space & science and technology exhibits, and to help inspire public understanding of, and involvement in, natural science through exhibits and programming.
Duties:
- To drive content development and delivery of all Sciences programming conducted by the museum's education department, seek collaboration with the Education and Technical Events Production Department whenever possible (programs may include lecture series, field trips, special events, conferences, workshops); deliver public programs and invited lectures; provide natural science content and oversee any sciences content provided by other staff for website.
- Ensure museum content is reviewed and updated
- Develop Museum Manuals to include policies & procedures
- Participate in departmental meetings and proactively contribute
- To plan and execute Sciences exhibitions with the Exhibits Team.
- Monitor and maintain budgets for programmes
- To participate in defining and articulating exhibit/program objectives and expected outcomes based on identifiable audience needs/interests and target audience segments. This includes providing expertise in developing, planning and implementing school and public programs.
- To organise the presentation of lectures and excursions to diverse audiences.
- To collaborate with the museum education department to plan and lead lectures, trips, tours and interpretive programs with an emphasis on local and regional natural history to diverse audiences.
- To collaborate in the development and presentation of exhibitions and adjunct programming, and may supervise various interns as appropriate.
- To represent the Museum at professional meetings, forums and/or workshops as required.
- To provide curatorial content, research and planning for exhibit design, construction and renovation, including participating in the Museum's changing exhibition program and permanent exhibits.
- To contribute curatorial content to exhibit-related programming.
- To develop and maintain partnerships with organisations and institutions throughout the region and internationally.
- To assist with maintenance, enhancement, and operations of Natural History Museum, Science & Technology & Space Museum exhibits and exhibit environments as directed by supervisor.
- To conduct training of education staff, interns, teen and adult volunteers.
- To perform other tasks and duties as requested to meet business unit, department and cultural district requirements.
Education & Experience
- A Master's Degree or related field required; or combination of education and work experience or A Bachelor's Degree in Arts, supplemented with 2 - 4 years curatorial experience
- Solid knowledge anchored in traditional and academic study in his/her field of work, but also extremely creative and excited about the potential of innovative and futuristic ways to explore our present and our past achievements in the arts and sciences
- A first class communicator with the gravitas and credibility to develop relationships with internal stakeholders
- Experience in effective and dynamic public speaking, educational programs and lectures, and creating and teaching standards-based curriculum. An appreciation of diversity, inclusion and community profiles, experience of responding to diverse and changing client and community needs
- Competent knowledge of the ideas discussed in all our museums and a great understanding of cross-disciplinary and cross-pollination of ideas in the arts, sciences and between different cultures
- To demonstrate an ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a style appropriate to a diverse audience's technical understanding and capabilities
- Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, the importance of natural history and specimens
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
- A demonstrated passion for communicating the process and product of natural science to the public
- Proven ability to work as part of a team, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with fellow employees, volunteers and general public
- Experience of working in the Middle East
- Solid written and spoken English
- Spoken Arabic
- At least two (2) years post-graduate experience in museum or similar environment. A strong and engaging people manager who actively leads and drives the team from the front and inspires excellence
Apply
hr@ascckw.com or e-mail Mr. Ahmad Fazlullah on a.fazlullah@kncd-kw.org
Ahmad Fazlullah
Human Resource Manager
a.fazlullah@kncd-kw.org
Museum Volunteer Coordinator
The University Museum of Zoology reopened in 2018 after a major re-development project, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. We are now inviting applications for the post of Museum Volunteer Coordinator. The position is a fixed term contract available for two years (with the possibility of renewal) at the University of Cambridge.
The role is within the University Museum of Zoology, which contains collections designated as being of national and international importance. This post is crucial in the development and delivery of the exciting volunteer programme at the Museum. You must be an enthusiastic person that can help the museum to deliver an excellent visitor experience and who loves to communicate and interact with a wide range of people.
22 hours per week: Working hours include a full day on Saturdays as part of the post-holder's normal working week, plus two weekdays (which weekdays the post-holder works is negotiable).
Head of Learning
Reporting to the Director, the role holder is responsible for the management of the Learning Team which delivers the Garden's adult education programme, horticultural learning, community projects, outreach activities, schools' programme, HE and FE learning and family event activities.
The role holder will devise, support and contribute to the delivery of learning programmes for schools, colleges and universities and for the general public through life-long learning and recreation.
The role carries responsibility for design and delivery of the entire education and widening participation programme at the Garden.
The team currently delivers over 60 adult education courses and workshops, and facilitates over 400 school visits (both assisted and unassisted) per year.
The role-holder will have direct responsibility for the organisation of the adult education programme, oversight of interpretation throughout the Garden and is a member of the Garden's senior leadership team, contributing to general strategy discussions and supporting the Director in the delivery of the Garden's targets.
Project Officer: Joseph Hooker Correspondence Project
Project Officer: Joseph Hooker Correspondence Project (18 hrs/week,1 year FTC)
The Joseph Hooker Correspondence Project is making available an online repository of the personal and scientific correspondence of Joseph Hooker, the second Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and an important 19th century botanist and explorer.
The project aims to transform people's understanding of the important role Joseph Hooker and Kew have played in the development of botany worldwide.
Hours of work: Part time
Part-time hours per week: 18 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term (FTA)
Contract end date: 1 year
Salary: £25,456 per annum pro rata
Location: Kew Gardens, Richmond
Closing Date: 07/04/2019
This post will enhance access to Hooker's papers through detailed cataloguing, transcribing and research on the collection and through maintenance and development of the Joseph Dalton Hooker Correspondence website, as well as participating in out-reach events to promote the life and science of Joseph Hooker.
The post-holder will be educated to degree level, with a postgraduate qualification in archive management or equivalent experience, a good understanding of archival cataloguing, the ability to read nineteenth century writing and good communication skills.
The post is based within the Archives, which manages the institutional collection of Kew's historic record of activities, as well as collections and other documents relating to the history of botany.
Geological Collections Assistant – Cambridge
Description
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for a Geological Collections Assistant with experience of working in Earth Science storage facilities to join the Research Development & Support (ReDS) team.
The successful candidate will assist the Geological Collections Manager with the review of current holdings, cataloguing and archiving of samples and entering data into the Geological collections database.
Purpose
To assist the Geological Collections Manager with rationalising specimen storage, cataloguing and archiving specimens, and maintaining the Geological Collections Database.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Earth Sciences
Duties
• Assist with processing and cataloguing backlog and new geological collections.
• Assist with archiving and storing of geological specimens.
• Assist with curating the collections by labelling and physically organising the collections to make specimens more accessible.
• Create and edit specimen level data records into the Geological Collections Database.
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the Director of BAS.
On-line application forms and further information are available on our website at www.bas.ac.uk/vacancies.
These are also available from the Human Resources Section, British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: (01223) 221508.
Please quote reference: BAS 45/19
Closing date for receipt of application forms is: 28th April 2019
Interview date: 15th May 2019
Proposed start date: As soon as possible
BAS is an Equal Opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and promoting equality in careers in science, we hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award and have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme of activity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities and disabled people are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are open to a range of flexible working options including part-time or full-time employment as well as flexible hours due to caring or other commitments.