Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Scientific Research department. This Fellowship offers an exciting opportunity for an early career researcher with a doctorate in a science discipline to conduct research on West African metals and metallurgy.
Date posted: 27/10/2020
Deadline: 23/11/2020
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ScientificSalary:
£30,348 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
+44 (0)20 7323 8000
Natural History Museum
We are looking for an Infrastructure engineer to play a key role in the realisation of an ambitious digital strategy.
Date posted: 26/10/2020
Deadline: 09/11/2020
Location:
Kensington and Chelsea, LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
£37000 - £40000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5000
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Marketing team.
Date posted: 26/10/2020
Deadline: 08/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationMarketing
Senior management
Salary:
£55,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 4997
British Museum
As the Head of Resilience Planning you will play a vital role in the emergency and business continuity planning for the UK’s leading visitor attraction.
Date posted: 26/10/2020
Deadline: 08/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesOther
Security
Salary:
£48,982 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are seeking a Head of Technical Services with exceptional strategic, communication and relationship management skills to lead our highly skilled Technical Services Department.
Date posted: 23/10/2020
Deadline: 01/11/2020
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ConservationSenior management
Technician
Salary:
£44,500.00 - £51,000.00Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422937
The National Archives
The role of Access Manager requires an individual capable of managing a varying and sometimes heavy workload with good decision-making and communication skills.
Date posted: 23/10/2020
Deadline: 08/11/2020
Location:
The National Archives, Kew, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 4DUCategory:
OtherSalary:
£27,223Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 3985 5979
Tate
Fantastic opportunity to join our conservation team!
Date posted: 23/10/2020
Deadline: 04/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareConservation
Salary:
£26,959 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 4997
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
We have a vacancy for an Electro/Mechanical Technician to join our Estates team, supporting our existing capability and following through on any repair requests from our stakeholders.
Date posted: 22/10/2020
Deadline: 15/11/2020
Location:
Kew Gardens, TW9 3AECategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£32,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on skills and experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
00000000000
National Gallery
The Patrons Officer provides vital administrative and fundraising support to the Patrons programme and is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with current and new patrons.
To apply please visit our website at www.nationalgallery.org.uk/jobs.
Date posted: 22/10/2020
Deadline: 04/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationFundraising / development
Salary:
£26,780Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 2885
Museum of London
From before the Romans to present day ravers we tell the story of London and Londoners and there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team - so why not make this the place to discover your story of London?
Date posted: 21/10/2020
Deadline: 03/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£27,773Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Natural History Museum
You will play a key role in collating, generating & analysing critical data to support decision-making
Date posted: 21/10/2020
Deadline: 11/11/2020
Location:
Kensington and Chelsea, LondonCategory:
ResearchScientific
Salary:
Up to £30877 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5000
Natural History Museum
You will primarily be leading data analysis, with an focus on publication ready figures and datasets as well as any software development and testing
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 03/11/2020
Location:
Kensington and Chelsea, LondonCategory:
ResearchScientific
Salary:
Up to £38037 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5000
Natural History Museum
You will use molecular biology techniques to aid research, the development of molecular diagnostics, and support for funded research projects
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 03/11/2020
Location:
Kensington and Chelsea, LondonCategory:
ResearchScientific
Salary:
Up to £30877 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5000
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Kew Foundation is looking for an experienced and creative individual to join us as Editorial Content Manager. Playing a vital role in the Engagement team, you’ll be responsible for developing and writing editorial content for member, patron and donor audiences and across various communication channels
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 01/11/2020
Location:
Kew Gardens, TW9 3AECategory:
MarketingSalary:
£30,000 - £32,000 per annum, depending on skills and experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
00000000000
National Galleries Scotland
The Art Works Director
It is anticipated that the initial term of the project will be 6-9 months to take the project through RIBA Stage 2 and thereafter, subject to funding and approvals, it is likely that the successful candidate will lead the project through to completion.
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 15/11/2020
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesCollections Care
Health and Safety
Salary:
Salary depending on experienceContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
07714124033
Birmingham Museums Trust
With our new joint CEO's joining us in November, marking an exciting new chapter for Birmingham Museums Trust and the city. We are now seeking a motivated individual with experience in Collections Management to join our Collections Team..
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 15/11/2020
Location:
B7 4RQCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£25,020 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Birmingham Museums Trust
With our new joint CEO's joining us in November, marking an exciting new chapter for Birmingham Museums Trust and the city. We are now seeking an ambitious and innovative trust fundraiser looking to develop a career in the non-profit sector.
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 15/11/2020
Location:
B3 3DHCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£26,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
As a Control Room First Line Manager you will play a key role to provide first line management to deliver excellent visitor and security services through a team of staff and day to day security operational services within the Security Control Room
Date posted: 20/10/2020
Deadline: 01/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
SecuritySalary:
£28,159 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Railway Museum
Are you skilled in building and managing corporate relationships? Do you want to play a part in generating income for a world-class museum?
Date posted: 19/10/2020
Deadline: 02/11/2020
Location:
National Railway Museum - YorkCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£30-35,000 paContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4222
Natural History Museum
You will be build meaningful and lasting partnerships with a range of organisations from the local community and across target London boroughs!
Date posted: 19/10/2020
Deadline: 02/11/2020
Location:
Kensington and Chelsea, LondonCategory:
OutreachSalary:
Up to £34421 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5000