Curator of Archaeology

Leading on the key management and ethical issues relevant to Archaeology and Numismatics collections – you will use your archaeological knowledge and digital skills to build connections between people and the material we hold. Collections strengths range from hyper-local (finds from excavations in the city of Manchester) to globally-connected (with particular strength in eastern Mediterranean civilisations). We are looking for someone who can incorporate socially engaged practice into the way that they work and who will include multiple perspectives from diverse communities in collections documentation and interpretation.

Manchester Museum is proud to be part of the University of Manchester, so a diligent and engaging approach to building research and supporting teaching is essential. We are also one of the north’s most popular visitor attractions so you’ll need to be a brilliant communicator, able to talk about complex ideas to wide-ranging audiences. Your creativity will be critical to the continuous improvement and future redevelopment of our Archaeology Gallery and to developing inclusive public programmes within and beyond our walls.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to enrich our team with varied perspectives and experiences that reflect our collections and community.

Interviews: Week commencing 24^th February 2025

What can you expect in return

The University will actively foster a culture of inclusion and diversity and will seek to achieve true equality of opportunity for all members of its community.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.  All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Alexandra Alberda, Acting Deputy Head of Collections

Email: Alexandra.Alberda@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support: jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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