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Seize the chance to contribute to research and exhibition planning at the world-renowned V&A Museum.
Overview
Salary No salary declared 😔
Location Cromwell Road, London
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
The V&A Museum is an iconic, globally recognized institution having experienced unprecedented growth recently. With a vast employee network, it caters to diverse clients nationwide. This dynamic and growing environment ensures an enriching work experience.
Role Summary
- Contribute to live research projects in collaboration with museum staff.
- Hands-on experience with collections, cataloguing, and exhibition planning.
- Conduct major research and cataloguing of works by Roger Fenton in preparation for a touring exhibition and publication.
Role Requirements
- A current PhD student.
- Ability to conduct a comprehensive survey of Fenton’s photographs, improve catalogue records, and identify new aspects of his career.
Application Process Details
- Application closing date: Friday 30 May 2025.
- Interview dates: 10-12 and 17-19 June.
- Temporary, Full Time vacancy.
The Role The V&A is pleased to announce a new doctoral placement opportunity for the 2025–2026 academic year. Applications close on Friday 30 May 2025. As part of our commitment to supporting early-career researchers, the V&A offers a range of doctoral placements designed in collaboration with museum staff. These placements give PhD students the opportunity to contribute to live research projects while gaining practical experience with collections, cataloguing, and exhibition planning.
This placement will support the research and cataloguing of works by 19th-century British photographer Roger Fenton in preparation for a forthcoming touring exhibition and publication. The V&A holds a significant number of Fenton’s photographs, including more than 650 prints in the RPS collection, along with additional works acquired by the South Kensington Museum. The placement researcher will conduct a comprehensive survey of Fenton’s photographs, contribute to improving catalogue records, and identify previously overlooked aspects of his career. Their work will provide essential research to inform curatorial interpretation and exhibition development.
The Company The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.
Application Details Interviews: 10-12 and 17-19 June. Applications close on Friday 30 May 2025. This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in 15 days at 23:59 BST.
