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Exhilarating opportunity to work as a Project Curator for the Nile Valley Bioarchaeology Collection at the transformational phase of the British Museum
Overview
Salary
£36396
Location
Bloomsbury
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary - As one of the most frequented museums in the UK, the British Museum is currently going through a notable period of transformation. By joining us at this extraordinary time, you'll get the chance to contribute significantly to the work we're doing. Role Summary -
- Document and enhance public access to the Nile Valley bioarchaeological collection.
- Conduct recording and preliminary analysis of human skeletal remains.
- Upgrade the documentation and facilitate public access to the collection digitally.
- Deliver talks, seminars, and lectures in support of the Museum’s public programme.
Role Requirements -
- Should have proficiency in human skeletal and dental identification.
- Conviction in ethical standards in curation.
- Experience with museum documentation and databases.
- Excellent communication skills.
Application Process Details -
- Competitive benefits include generous annual leave, pension scheme, complimentary exhibition tickets, free entry at cultural organisations, interest-free loans, and mental health support.
The British Museum, located in Camden, is one of the UK's most visited museums with over 6.5 million visitors in 2024. As we undergo a significant transformation both intellectually and physically, we are excited to offer the role of Project Curator for the Nile Valley Bioarchaeology Collection. This role is based in the dynamic Egypt & Sudan department.
The role: As a Project Curator, you will be responsible for documenting and enhancing public access to the Nile Valley bioarchaeological collection. This includes recording and preliminary analysis of human skeletal remains recently donated by Sudan’s National Corporation for Antiquities and Museums. You will lead on upgrading the documentation and making the collection, along with knowledge about it, publicly accessible via digital platforms. Additionally, you will support the Museum’s public programme by delivering talks, seminars, and lectures, and identify research potential for future projects.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will hold an MSc (or equivalent) in Human osteology, biological anthropology, or bioarchaeology. You should have expertise in human skeletal and dental identification, knowledge of ethical standards in curation, and experience with museum documentation and databases. Excellent communication skills are essential.
Benefits: Joining our team means being part of a world-renowned institution that values history, culture, and innovation. We offer 25 days of annual leave (rising to 30 after long service), plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays. Enjoy a generous civil service pension scheme, complimentary exhibition tickets, free entry at national and international cultural organisations, interest-free loans, mental health support, a subsidised staff canteen, and more.
Our Values: We are driven by values that include caring deeply, embracing the unknown, sparking curiosity, and valuing many voices. We are committed to equality and diversity, ensuring a working environment where everyone can thrive.
