About the role:
To undertake high-profile research into, and make publicly accessible, the Greek collections and other related collections across the Museum. To make a major contribution to the management and leadership of the Museum in support of the Museum Operating Plan and all relevant Museum strategies.
Key areas of responsibility:
1. To lead major research projects on, and beyond, the Greek collection including projects involving external partners.
2. To raise money to support research projects on and beyond the Greek collection, including projects involving external partners.
3. To make the Greek collection publicly accessible via high-profile publication, digital, display, and broadcast projects.
4. To contribute significantly to the management of the Museum.
5. Leading, managing and motivating curatorial and research teams, including responsibility for managing performance and supporting professional development.
6. To lead on upgrading the documentation of the Greek collection.
About you:
1. Doctorate and post-doctoral experience (or equivalent).
2. Externally recognized authority in ancient Greek history and archaeology.
3. Track record in securing research grants and income generation.
4. Experience of working with museum collections and displays.
5. Ability to lead and manage curatorial and research teams.
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 a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.
You can view a selection of our impressive collection of prints and drawings in our virtual gallery.
Benefits:
1. Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
2. Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme.
3. Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions.
4. Participation in private and public Museum activities.
5. Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans.
6. Professional and personal development opportunities.
7. Employee Assistance Programme.
8. Discounts on food and gift shop purchases.
Additional details:
For more information about this role, please see the job description. If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details to bmrecruit@britishmuseum.org.
The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a museum which represents world culture.
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