Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Science Museum Group
Are you a champion of providing excellent administration skills?
We are focussed on igniting curiosity in our diverse audiences, aiming to grow their ‘Science-Capital’ inspiring the next generation of scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians (STEM).
Date posted: 06/07/2017
Deadline: 23/07/2017
Location:
MultipleCategory:
OtherSalary:
£17,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4319
Imperial War Museums
As a member of the Retail and Admission team you will be in a key, customer facing role, welcoming visitors to the museum, providing them with detailed information and consistently delivering the highest standards of customer service.
Date posted: 07/07/2017
Deadline: 24/07/2017
Location:
IWM London, Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesAdministration
Salary:
£18,330 per annum + 20.0% employer pension contributionContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 416 5000
Imperial War Museums
The Retail and Admissions department welcomes over 2 million visitors each year.
Date posted: 13/07/2017
Deadline: 26/07/2017
Location:
Churchill War Rooms - Clive Steps, King Charles Street, Westminster, London SW1A 2AQCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£18,330 per annum pro rata + 20% employers pension contributionContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 7416 5000
Horniman Museum and Gardens
We are looking for two ambitious and creative Visitor Hosts to interact with our audiences, enrich their visits and take care of their health, safety and well-being.
Date posted: 18/07/2017
Deadline: 26/07/2017
Location:
SE LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
circa £19,500 per anum (pro rata)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 8699 1872
Imperial War Museums
As a member of the Retail and Admission team you will be in a key, customer facing role, welcoming visitors to the museum, providing them with detailed information and consistently delivering the highest standards of customer service. A strong drive for achieving sales targets and the confidence to approach visitors and actively sell a wide range of products is essential.
Date posted: 19/07/2017
Deadline: 30/07/2017
Location:
IWM London, Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZCategory:
AdministrationFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
£18,330 per annum pro rata + 20.0% employer pension contributionContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0207 416 5000
Royal Museums Greenwich
If you're a friendly and engaging individual who can deliver an exceptional customer experience, this could be the exciting new role you're been waiting for. It's your chance to be the welcoming face of Royal Museums Greenwich as you help our visitors thoroughly enjoy this amazing place.
Date posted: 21/07/2017
Deadline: 30/07/2017
Location:
GreenwichCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083128514
Science Museum Group
To help us promote engagement with our visitors, we are looking for a Collections Assistant to join us at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford on a permanent basis.
Date posted: 21/07/2017
Deadline: 09/08/2017
Location:
BradfordCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£18,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4319
The Wallace Collection
We currently have an opening in our Collections Services Department for an Archivist and Records Manager.
The Archivist and Records Manager has sole responsibility for the cataloguing and management of both the Wallace Collection’s historic archive and modern records and will play a vital role in the delivery of the museum’s objectives.
Date posted: 04/07/2017
Deadline: 24/07/2017
Location:
Central LondonCategory:
ArchivistSalary:
£25,000 to £27,500 depending on experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7563 9565
Science Museum Group
Are you skilled in appraising museum archives for their importance? Would you like to use your knowledge to contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime museum project?
The Science Museum Group is looking for an Assistant Archivist to play an important role in the Once Collection project – our strategic initiative to re-imagine how our collection is cared for, accessed and shared.
Date posted: 05/07/2017
Deadline: 24/07/2017
Location:
Science MuseumCategory:
OtherSalary:
Up to £22,000 + benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4319
Science Museum Group
Would you like to develop and deliver financial processes in an inspiring environment?
The home of human ingenuity, the Science Museum Group is the most significant group of science and industry museums in the world, sharing a mission to engage people in making sense of the science that shapes our lives.
Date posted: 05/07/2017
Deadline: 23/07/2017
Location:
National RoleCategory:
OtherSalary:
Circa £26,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4319
Science Museum Group
Are you passionate about improving opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths subjects?
Science Museum Group showcase a world-class collection of objects through interactive galleries and exhibitions at 5, prestigious, museums nationwide.
Date posted: 06/07/2017
Deadline: 23/07/2017
Location:
National RoleCategory:
OtherSalary:
£21,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4319
Science Museum Group
The Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester are looking for a passionate Explainer Team Leader to join the Learning and Public programmes department on a permanent basis.
Date posted: 07/07/2017
Deadline: 23/07/2017
Location:
ManchesterCategory:
EducationFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
£23,695 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4319
British Library
We are looking for a Cultural Events Assistant to join the British Library. Please click 'more information' below for further details. Please visit the British Library website to apply.
Date posted: 07/07/2017
Deadline: 23/07/2017
Location:
St Pancras, LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Salary is £21,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02074127000
British Library
We are looking for a Project Cataloguer and Researcher (England and France 700-1200) to join the British Library. Please click 'more information' below for further details. Please visit the British Library website to apply.
Date posted: 07/07/2017
Deadline: 16/08/2017
Location:
St Pancras, LondonCategory:
AdministrationConservation
Curatorial
Other
Research
Salary:
Salary is £26,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02074127000
Imperial War Museums
The Volunteer Programme Manager is responsible for the recruitment, training and management of 100 volunteers at IWM North. The role is responsible for developing and evaluating the award winning volunteer programme and to take the lead on accessing relevant partnerships and funding to ensure that the innovative volunteering programme for which IWM North is known continues to thrive and develop.
Date posted: 07/07/2017
Deadline: 26/07/2017
Location:
IWM North, Trafford Wharf Rd, Stretford, Manchester M17 1TZCategory:
AdministrationFinancial
Fundraising / development
Other
Outreach
Salary:
£25,500 per annum + 20.9% employer pension contributionContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 416 5000
Natural History Museum
The finance team have a vacancy for two Assistant Management Accountants, who will report to the Senior Management Accountant and support the team and Head of Finance in ensuring a high level of service to internal and external users of the Finance Department, primarily in terms of information provision.
Date posted: 11/07/2017
Deadline: 24/07/2017
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
FinancialSalary:
up to £30,000 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
(0)20 7942 5000
Natural History Museum
The role of the Financial Accounts Assistant is to assist and support the Financial Accountant in their duties, primarily in the areas of account reconciliations, fixed assets, cash management, VAT, year-end accounts and audit preparation.
Date posted: 11/07/2017
Deadline: 24/07/2017
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£25,195 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7942 5000
British Museum
The Development Operations team are currently looking for a new Database Assistant to provide essential database support for the team and particularly for the maintenance and updating of accurate Membership gifts and records.
Date posted: 11/07/2017
Deadline: 25/07/2017
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
AdministrationFundraising / development
Salary:
£20,744 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8299
University of Cambridge Museums
Supervised by the Research Scientist and Keeper of Manuscripts and Printed Books, the role holder will analyse medieval and Renaissance illuminated manuscripts with a combination of non-invasive analytical tools.
Date posted: 11/07/2017
Deadline: 20/10/2017
Location:
CambridgeCategory:
ConservationResearch
Scientific
Salary:
£25,298 - £29,301Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01223 764840
Tate
An exciting opportunity for an experienced project manager
Date posted: 12/07/2017
Deadline: 23/07/2017
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationCuratorial
Exhibitions
Other
Salary:
£24,774 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 4997