Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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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
Natural History Museum
You will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Museum's Attenborough Studio as part of the Museum's NHM Studios team.
Date posted: 14/10/2020
Deadline: 28/10/2020
Location:
Kensington and Chelsea, LondonCategory:
MarketingSalary:
Up to £29382 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5000
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
This new role in Wakehurst’s Marketing & Strategic Communications team will be crucial in building Wakehurst’s reputation, driving visitation and membership growth, and creating an engaged stakeholder network in support of Wakehurst’s ambitious future development plans.
Date posted: 09/10/2020
Deadline: 01/11/2020
Location:
Wakehurst, West Sussex RH17 6TNCategory:
MarketingSalary:
The salary is from £38,200 per annum, depending on skills and experience.Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
00000000000
National Railway Museum
Do you have experience of working with volunteers and young people? Are you passionate about STEM engagement?
Date posted: 12/10/2020
Deadline: 25/10/2020
Location:
National Railway Museum, YorkCategory:
OtherSalary:
£21,000 per annum (pro-rata)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079424222
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
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
National Portrait Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery’s award-winning publishing programme comprises a wide range of books, catalogues and paper products. Rights and Images manages the licensing of the collection for editorial and merchandise as well as the Intellectual Property of the Gallery’s extensive National Collection. We are seeking a proactive individual to provide administrative support to both teams.
Date posted: 09/10/2020
Deadline: 26/10/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
£17,888 per annum (full time equivalent £22,360 per annum)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02073122482
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Kew Foundation’s Business Services team brings together expertise in fundraising systems, insight and data analytics, gift processing, data protection, campaign management and prospect development, with the purpose of enabling effective fundraising.
Date posted: 09/10/2020
Deadline: 25/10/2020
Location:
Kew Gardens, TW9 3AECategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£35,000 - £45,000 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
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
British Museum
Finance
Full-Time
Permanent
£41,965 - £45,867 per annum
Application Deadline: 12pm on 1 November 2020
The British Museum is seeking a Management Accountant to join the Finance department and provide a first-class management accounting service across the Museum.
Date posted: 19/10/2020
Deadline: 01/11/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£41,965 - £45,867 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Science Museum Group
Are you looking for an influential Learning and Development role that drives significant culture change? Can you translate the latest L&D theory and thought leadership into practical, real-life solutions?
Date posted: 12/10/2020
Deadline: 01/11/2020
Location:
London, Manchester, Bradford or YorkCategory:
EducationHR
Salary:
£45,000 - £50,000 DOE and locationContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4222
National Portrait Gallery
This is a great opportunity to join the National Portrait Gallery as the Inspiring People: Skills and Knowledge Exchange Manager.
Date posted: 15/10/2020
Deadline: 28/10/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£31,083 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7306 0055
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
British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a Head of Corporate Relations to join the Development department. The main purpose of this role is to maximise sponsorship and philanthropic income from the corporate sector through exceptional relationship management and supporter engagement. Supported by a team of three and situated within the wider Development department.
Date posted: 09/10/2020
Deadline: 29/10/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£48,982 - £54,607 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a Head of Conservation to join the Collection Care department. The main purpose of this role is to deliver a major contribution, to the care, preservation and delivery of public access to the collection and lead the conservation team in supporting the Museum’s operating plan and relevant strategies.
Date posted: 14/10/2020
Deadline: 02/11/2020
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£48,982 - £54,607 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
+44 (0)20 7323 8000
Imperial War Museums
Imperial War Museums has developed an exciting new vision for its research services and we are looking for an exceptional information professional to develop and implement our plans. Research services are part of the IWM Institute, IWM’s new innovation hub which launches in November 2020.
Date posted: 02/10/2020
Deadline: 30/10/2020
Location:
LondonCategory:
LibrarianOther
Research
Salary:
£48,550 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7416 5000
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
Science Museum Group
Do you have experience of senior leadership in a complex, multi-site organisation? Can you lead a large museum estate operation with a mix of historic and modern buildings?
Date posted: 29/09/2020
Deadline: 25/10/2020
Location:
Multiple locationsCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSenior management
Salary:
£70-80,000 paContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 4222
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