Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
For enquiries about any of the vacancies listed here please contact the relevant organisation directly.
Click here for links to other museum sector jobs resources and vacancy listings
Click here for links to more information on jobs and volunteering at NMDC member organisations
Science Museum Group
Fundraising Events Executive based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 20/05/2025
Deadline: 03/06/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
EventsFundraising / development
Salary:
Up to £28666 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Black Country Living Museum
Black Country Living Museum is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager to lead our Engagement team who deliver our industry leading living history visitor experience. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role overseeing the teams who bring the past to life for our visitors. You'll be at the heart of our day to day visitor experience.
Date posted: 20/05/2025
Deadline: 08/06/2025
Location:
DudleyCategory:
OutreachSalary:
£38,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0121 557 9643
National Gallery
The National Gallery has a unique opportunity for a Corporate Development Officer.
Date posted: 20/05/2025
Deadline: 01/06/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£35,700 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
2479
Science Museum Group
Events Sales Executive based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 20/05/2025
Deadline: 03/06/2025
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
EventsFundraising / development
Salary:
£30576 - £32529 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Science Museum Group
Junior Merchandiser based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 20/05/2025
Deadline: 10/06/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Up to £33072 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Oxford Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) divisional office in the new role of Deputy Registrar.
Date posted: 20/05/2025
Deadline: 03/06/2025
Location:
Central Oxford across all GLAM institutionsCategory:
RegistrarSenior management
Salary:
£64,228 - £74,191 per annum
British Museum
Conservator: Treasure
Collection Care and Moves
Full-time, 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Fixed term (until 31 March 2026)
Date posted: 19/05/2025
Deadline: 02/06/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Up to £32228 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Science Museum Group
Audience Researcher based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 19/05/2025
Deadline: 02/06/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
EducationFront of house/visitor services
Other
Outreach
Salary:
Up to £27807 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Imperial War Museums
We’re looking for a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of the museum’s ambitious ‘Transforming IWM Duxford’ initiative — a bold redevelopment project designed to reimagine the site with innovative experiences, enhanced facilities, and a more welcoming environment.
Date posted: 19/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
Duxford, CambridgeshireCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesExhibitions
Salary:
£41,500 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
na
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
The East Asia Section of the Bodleian Libraries is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated and creative individual to work as the Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies), supporting world class research and teaching in Chinese and Korean Studies for Social Sciences and the Humanities.
Date posted: 19/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
KB Chen China Centre Library, Dickson Poon Building, Canterbury Road, OX2 6LU Bodleian Japanese Library, Nissan Institute Building, 27 Winchester Road, Oxford OX2 6NA Other Bodleian Humanities LibrarCategory:
LibrarianSalary:
Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum
National Museums Liverpool
Our people are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations. We pride ourselves on being a place for everyone, but we are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities we serve.
Date posted: 16/05/2025
Deadline: 11/06/2025
Location:
Lady Lever Art Gallery (Wirral)Category:
Front of house/visitor servicesOther
Salary:
£12.60 per hourContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01514784444
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term for 12 months
Salary £29,888 - £32,602 per annum (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 16/05/2025
Deadline: 27/05/2025
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
AdministrationBuildings and facilities
Salary:
£29,888 - £32,602 per annum (pay award pending)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
Royal Museums Greenwich
We are looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to join the team on a fixed-term contract for 12 months.
Date posted: 16/05/2025
Deadline: 28/05/2025
Location:
SE10 9NFCategory:
OtherSalary:
£29,400 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083128565
Imperial War Museums
This four-month role offers an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Collections Registration team at IWM Duxford.
Date posted: 16/05/2025
Deadline: 11/06/2025
Location:
Duxford, CambridgeshireCategory:
Collections CareRegistrar
Salary:
£23,587.00 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
na
Science Museum Group
Senior Press Officer based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 16/05/2025
Deadline: 30/05/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
MarketingPress/PR
Salary:
Up to £35707 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
National Museums Liverpool
Our people are at the heart of National Museums Liverpool. Colleagues from across the NML team make a difference every day, creating memorable experiences for everyone and challenging expectations. We pride ourselves on being a place for everyone, but we are always aiming higher, aspiring to be representative of the communities we serve.
Date posted: 16/05/2025
Deadline: 11/06/2025
Location:
Across all National Museums Liverpool venues (Liverpool & Wirral)Category:
EventsSalary:
£12.60 per hourContract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01514784444
The National Archives
As the Corporate Safety Advisor, you will take the lead in delivering innovative solutions and embedding a culture of safety at The National Archives.
Date posted: 15/05/2025
Deadline: 29/05/2025
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
Health and SafetyOther
Salary:
£45,000 - £50,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
Science Museum Group
Marketing Manager based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 15/05/2025
Deadline: 29/05/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
MarketingPress/PR
Salary:
Up to £42000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Amgueddfa Cymru-National Museum Wales
Development Co-ordinator (Trusts and Foundations), National Museum Cardiff
Date posted: 15/05/2025
Deadline: 28/05/2025
Location:
CardiffCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£28,054.16 – £34,561.50Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01392 829 400
British Library
The Government and Official Information Team is looking for a content expert to manage and promote our historic collections and select and acquire current materials in print and electronic formats.
Date posted: 15/05/2025
Deadline: 02/06/2025
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Collections CareLegal
Research
Salary:
34,608Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113