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Join the British Museum's Journey of Historic Discovery as a Curator for Anatolian and Eastern Mediterranean Collections
Overview
Salary £33803
Location Bloomsbury
Nomad Friendly? In-person- Bloomsbury United Kingdom
Expires Expires at anytime
The British Museum, a custodian of history boasting over two million years of human culture, is seeking a passionate curator to explore and showcase its Anatolian and eastern Mediterranean collections. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team during an exciting time of transformation, contributing to the museum's Masterplan and the redisplay of its world-acclaimed galleries.
Role Summary:
- Collaborate across departments to develop and deliver innovative displays.
- Engage actively in the public program through talks, seminars, and lectures.
- Lead and support research projects in line with the Museum's strategies.
- Contribute to fundraising and income generation initiatives for the Museum.
Role Requirements:
- BA/BSc in a field relevant to ancient Anatolia and the eastern Mediterranean.
- Specialist knowledge in the archaeology and history of the regions.
- Proven experience in fieldwork, research, and publication.
- Proficiency in relevant modern and ancient languages.
- Experience managing collections and some familiarity with management issues.
Application Process Details:
- Competitive benefits including civil service pension and generous annual leave.
- Free access to museums, exclusive talks, and behind-the-scenes opportunities.
- Interest-free loans for travel and accommodation, and discounts on museum offerings.
- Opportunities for professional and personal development.
- Support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
About the role: To undertake research into and make publicly accessible the museum’s Anatolian and eastern Mediterranean collections within the Department of Greece and Rome, in support of the Museum’s Masterplan, the Museum Operating Plan and all relevant Museum strategies. This opportunity arises at a unique moment, as the department is rebuilding its strength (with five permanent curatorial appointments to be made in 2024) and as the Museum is about to embark on an ambitious plan to redisplay many of its permanent galleries.
Key areas of responsibility: To work as a team member with colleagues within and beyond the department of Greece and Rome to develop and deliver our displays and to deliver the Masterplan. To collaborate with colleagues from across the Museum to develop innovative cross-departmental displays on our Anatolian and eastern Mediterranean collections (including the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Artemision at Ephesus, and the Nereid Monument), and on the full range of human history. To participate in the Museum’s public programme, delivering talks, seminars, lectures, participating in and organizing conferences and seminars and broadcasts To deliver and to assist in developing research projects on parts of the collections in consultation with the Keeper and Head of Research, including working with external partners. To assist in raising money to support research projects; and to contribute to general income generation for the Museum.
About you: BA/BSc (or equivalent) in a relevant subject Specialist knowledge of the archaeology and history of ancient Anatolia and the eastern Mediterranean Experience of fieldwork, research and publication Some knowledge of relevant modern languages Some knowledge of ancient Greek Experience of working with a collection Some experience of management issues (people, projects, budgets)
About the British Museum: Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is one of the leading visitor attractions and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures, Egyptian mummies, the Admonitions Scroll, and the Amaravati sculptures.
Benefits: The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including: Membership of the civil service pension scheme Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections Generous annual leave allowance Interest-free travel, bicycle and rental deposit loans Professional and personal development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Discounts on food and gift shop purchases
