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      <title><![CDATA[UCM Conservator of Objects]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/ucm-conservator-of-objects" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/ucm-conservator-of-objects</id>
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[UCM Conservator of objects job pack ]]>
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        <![CDATA[As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Conservation Department, including the Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The Object Conservator works in a busy shared conservation service for the University of Cambridge Museums, which is managed by the Fitzwilliam Museum. The Object Conservator works in different museums on a rotational basis, providing advice and practical conservation. The role holder also delivers income generating conservation projects for other Cambridge clients, including colleges. The Object Conservator works with a small team of colleagues delivering shared service contracts, within the context of the wider conservation team in the Fitzwilliam Museum and HKI. We are seeking someone who has broad understanding of practical conservation and technical examination of cultural heritage objects, especially in archaeology and anthropology collections. The role holder will be someone with demonstrable understanding of conservation principles and ethics in line with current best practice, with highly effective communication and influencing skills.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
The Process: Closing date for applications: Monday 6th April 2026 (midnight) Interview Date: Thursday 16th April 2026 The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Please quote reference DA48815 on your application and in any correspondence about this
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Please quote reference DA48815 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2026-03-10T13:49:07+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/research-laboratory-technician-fixed-term" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/research-laboratory-technician-fixed-term</id>
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Research Laboratory Technician ]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The Research Laboratory Technician provides specialist technical support to a research laboratory focused on the scientific investigation of easel paintings. The role contributes directly to the delivery of analytical research and fee-for-service work through hands-on laboratory analysis, sample preparation, and data processing, working closely with academic and research staff.
In addition, the post holder supports the effective day-to-day operation of the laboratory by assisting with the maintenance, servicing, and troubleshooting of specialist analytical equipment, helping to ensure continuity of laboratory activities, compliance with procedures, and efficient use of resources.
We are seeking someone who has practical experience working in a laboratory or technical environment involving specialist equipment and established operating procedures. They require a high degree of precision and accuracy with both excellent communication and organisational skills. They will also demonstrate advanced knowledge of lab technician work involving a critical understanding of relevant theory and/or principles.
In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace, a generous pension scheme, substantial holiday allowance, and a range of employee benefits, including retail discounts.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 18 months in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Interviews for the role will be held on 31st March 26
Please quote reference DB48841 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2026-02-20T11:52:13+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[HR Administrator (Fixed Term) Full-time or 0.8 FTE]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/hr-administrator-fixed-term-full-time-or-08-fte" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/hr-administrator-fixed-term-full-time-or-08-fte</id>
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[HR Administrator (Fixed Term) Full-time]]>
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        <![CDATA[We are seeking a HR Administrator to join our small, supportive HR team on a range of HR administrative duties, including assisting with recruitment and onboarding processes, carrying out right to work processes, dealing with day-to-day HR enquiries, and arranging training administration. The post holder will use their strong admin, IT and organisational skills to keep relevant databases and tracking tools up to date.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a knowledge HR administrative principles and processes, and their high level of awareness of personal impact paired with excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable them to offer a fantastic level of customer service. Strong attention to detail, an ability to prioritise effectively and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the role are key.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment both within the Museum and the wider University, a generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits. You will be based at the Fitzwilliam Museum, which is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region. Founded in 1816, the museum welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year and houses over half a million works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we offer hybrid working, and the role holder will have the flexibility to work some days from home, subject to business needs.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31st December 2027 in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Interviews for the role will be held Wednesday 11th March 2026
Please quote reference DA48740 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2026-02-04T15:02:54+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Museum Educator: Early years &amp; Schools (Part Time)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/museum-educator-early-years-and-schools-part-time" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/museum-educator-early-years-and-schools-part-time</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Museum Educator: Early years & Schools]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
We are seeking an Early Years &amp; Schools Museum Educator to support the development and delivery of programmes for babies, toddlers and school age young people. The post holder will work across museum galleries, dedicated learning spaces and community settings in Cambridgeshire to deliver child led, discussion based sessions that use the collections to promote creative exploration and critical thinking.
The role involves collaborating with teachers, external specialists, artists, families and colleagues to design and prepare innovative sessions aligned with agreed learning outcomes. The post holder will contribute to evaluation processes, using established methodologies to evidence impact and support continuous improvement of the programme.
This position plays a key part in advancing the Museum's vision and contributes to the four pillars of its Learning and Public Programme: Creating Opportunity, Society and Identity, Health and Wellbeing, and Environment.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, meaning staff are empowered to split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a security check and a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 22nd February 2026
Interviews for the role will be held: week commencing: Thursday 5th March 2026
Please quote reference DA48587 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2026-02-04T10:38:41+00:00</updated>
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      <title><![CDATA[Security Assistant - Full time and part-time positions]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/security-assistant-full-time-and-part-time-positions" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/security-assistant-full-time-and-part-time-positions</id>
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Security Assistant - Full time and part-time positions, Fitzwilliam Museum]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The Security Team provides an active security presence throughout the museum, providing reassurance that safety of the collection, the building and the staff or contractors working in the museum are considered at all times. Security colleagues provide the highest standards of customer services when interacting with the public, ensuring that all interactions with visitors or colleagues are courteous and professional.
The purpose of the Security Assistant role is to assist the Head of Security in maintaining a high standard of security for the Museum, its exhibits, staff, contractors and visitors. They provide a first line response to emergencies requiring them constantly to monitor alarm systems, including leak detection, case alarms, fire alarms and personal assistance alarms as well as CCTV relayed to the security offices or control room. They also provide security escorts for objects, visitors and contractors and cover in galleries when unattended.
The role holder is also available to offer help and guidance to Museum visitors offering the highest standards of customer service and a professional welcome to the Museum.
We are seeking someone with experience of security work in a customer or public facing environment, who has excellent communication skills. In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Interviews for the role will be held: week commencing 2nd March 2026
Please quote reference DA48509 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2026-01-16T15:34:14+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Accounts Assistant]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/accounts-assistant" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/accounts-assistant</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Accounts Assistant Museum]]>
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      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The role of Accounts Assistant supports the financial administration of the Museum and the Hamilton Kerr Institute. This position involves maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices and payments, and providing guidance on financial procedures.
The successful candidate will bring experience in an accounts environment, strong knowledge of finance principles, excellent communication and organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant accounts software.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, meaning staff are empowered to split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 18th January 2026
Interviews for the role will be held: week commencing 26th January 2026
Please quote reference DA48248 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2026-01-16T15:18:54+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Freelance Operational Consultancy]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/freelance-operational-consultancy" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/freelance-operational-consultancy</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Freelance Operational Consultancy ]]>
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        <![CDATA[As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
We are at an exciting stage in our development, as we look to strengthen our day-to-day operations and to grow our out of hours events and gallery hires business, as a key part of our new business model. We are now seeking a freelance consultant to advise on a range of roles which underpin our excellent public offer and enable us to fulfil essential operational functions.
The contract value is &pound;10k and we are looking for availability in January and February to be delivered through desk-based research and onsite visits to Cambridge. We are looking for a good working knowledge of cultural venues and familiarity with operational functions including duty managers, events staffing and keyholding.
Find further details, including how to tender for the consultancy, in the brief.
For follow-up questions and any further information, email Lucy Perman, Chief Operating Officer on lp672@cam.ac.uk
Completed tenders should be submitted by 10am Monday 12th January 2026.]]>
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      <updated>2025-12-11T14:20:44+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Patrons Coordinator]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/patrons-coordinator" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/patrons-coordinator</id>
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Patrons Coordinator ]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The Patrons Coordinator will play a pivotal role in managing the Museums portfolio of existing and prospective Patrons who are a vital part of the continued growth in philanthropic support for the Fitzwilliam. The role is central to the Museums objectives of delivering outstanding experiences for audiences, increasing our reach, engagement and loyalty, and growing philanthropic income. Contributing to the Membership and Individual Giving strategy and managing the day-to-day operations, the Patrons Coordinator is a pivotal new role that will support the strategic development and delivery of the Fitzwilliam Museums patron schemes, currently comprising of a single tier, the Marlay Group, and with new tiers in development. A diverse and highly collaborative role, the Patrons Coordinator will manage all aspects of the administration and stewardship of Patrons and the day-to-day administration of the Marlay Committee who act as ambassadors for the Marlay Group and the wider Museum.
The Patrons Coordinator will plan, develop and deliver Patron events and initiatives, work with colleagues in CRM, digital and brand on acquisition and retention campaigns and produce bespoke digital content, communications and marketing materials, and support pathways to further philanthropic giving. A key part of the role involves using tools including the Museums CRM platform Tessitura to manage and analyse memberships and donation data tracking performance against KPIs, identifying trends, opportunities for growth and generating insights to shape future strategy. The role holder will also collaborate with colleagues in CUDAR - Cambridge University's Development and Alumni Relations department on prospects and legacies, ensuring a consistent and joined-up supporter experience and that opportunities for further philanthropic support are identified and managed effectively and efficiently.
In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace, a generous pension scheme, substantial holiday allowance, and a range of employee benefits, including retail discounts.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 4th January 2026
Interviews for the role will be held: 22nd and 23rd January 2026
Please quote reference DA47948 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2025-12-08T15:34:57+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Exhibitions Project Manager (Part Time, Fixed Term)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/exhibitions-project-manager-part-time-fixed-term" />
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Project Manager, Exhibitions and displays]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The Exhibitions Project Manager is responsible for managing allocated exhibitions and display projects from creative inception through to delivery, across departmental teams and external contributors to an agreed scope and following museum approval stages and reporting procedures.
The Exhibitions Project Manager will be assigned to the re-display of the Museum's Italian gallery, part of an AHRC-funded project Italian Renaissance Objects and Spaces of Encounter (ItalianROSE). They will act on initiative and most often independently to identify key issues and drive through activities to a successful and timely conclusion.
They will ensure these outputs match the Museum's aspirations and are delivered collaboratively and with rigour, paying close attention to scope, quality, programme and budget.
The Exhibitions and Displays team manage a diverse programme of temporary and touring exhibitions and displays or interventions in the collections galleries. The Exhibitions Project Manager works as part of this team and is responsible for delivery of the re-display by ensuring effective cross-museum team working, co-ordinating and securing the contributions of others.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, meaning staff are empowered to split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of remote working may vary due to Exhibition needs and will be subject to discussion with your line manager.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 9 months in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 1st December 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: 10th and 11th December 2025
Please quote reference DA47937 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2025-11-19T13:16:27+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Security Assistant]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/security-assistant" />
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Security assistant, Fitzwilliam Museum]]>
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        <![CDATA[As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
The Security Team provides an active security presence throughout the museum, providing reassurance that safety of the collection, the building and the staff or contractors working in the museum are considered at all times. Security colleagues provide the highest standards of customer services when interacting with the public, ensuring that all interactions with visitors or colleagues are courteous and professional.
The purpose of the Security Assistant role is to assist the Head of Security in maintaining a high standard of security for the Museum, its exhibits and staff and visitors, including contractors. They provide a first line response to emergencies requiring them constantly to monitor alarm systems, including leak detection, case alarms, fire alarms and personal assistance alarms as well as CCTV relayed to the security offices or control room. They also provide security escorts for objects, visitors and contractors and cover in galleries when unattended.
The role holder is also available to offer help and guidance to Museum visitors offering the highest standards of customer service and a professional welcome to the Museum.
We are seeking someone with experience of security work in a customer or public facing environment, who has excellent communication skills. In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
Click the 'Apply' button to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 30th November
Interviews for the role will be held: w/c 8th December
Please quote reference DA47772 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2025-11-12T14:51:36+00:00</updated>
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      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Communications Assistant]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/communications-assistant" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/communications-assistant</id>
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        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[Job pack]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and one of the world's leading university museums. With over half a million works of art and antiquities spanning many cultures and centuries, the Museum has an international reputation for excellence in research, conservation, exhibitions and learning. As well as circa 500,000 visitors who experience the Museum each year, we share our collection and programmes with a much wider audience than can physically visit through our touring exhibitions, loans, community engagement, digital content and research.
The Communications team sits within the Audiences and Brand directorate, which is responsible for growing the Museum's visibility, reach and engagement, increasing income, and building meaningful and impactful relationships both internally and externally. The directorate brings together a number of key functions, including audience insight, CRM, PR and media relations, internal communications, marketing, digital content, interpretation, membership and individual giving. The Communications Assistant is a new role within the directorate, providing important day-to-day coordination and delivery support across both internal communications and PR and media relations. The role works closely with the Internal Communications Lead, Press and Media Lead, and a range of external stakeholders and partners including journalists, producers, film crews, artists and PR agencies. The postholder will provide administrative, operational and creative support to help ensure the smooth and effective delivery of all communications activity, and to deliver a professional and high-quality experience for colleagues, media and stakeholders.
The Communications Assistant coordinates and delivers a range of creative, administrative and operational activities to support the effective planning, development and delivery of internal communications and PR and media relations across the Museum.
Working with the lead for internal and corporate communications, the Communications Assistant supports the planning, development and delivery of internal communications, drafting and publishing content across channels such as the intranet, Teams, newsletters, staff briefings, digital screens and email updates. The role coordinates internal events, including all-staff meetings, Bitesizes and staff breakfasts, assisting with organisation, recording, editing and distribution. The role holder also maintains the internal communications calendar, manages the internal inbox, responds to queries and escalates issues where needed, researches and develops content ideas with teams across the Museum, and assists with monitoring and reporting on internal communications reach and impact using analytics, email reporting and event data.
Working with the lead for media and external communications and with the Museum's PR agency, the role holder manages media enquiries, escalating as required, and liaises with teams across the Museum to deliver informative and timely responses. They maintain press image banks, contact lists and content systems; support the organisation and delivery of media events, visits, press trips, photography and filming; distribute press packs; and monitor and share media coverage. The role also contributes to delivering the wider PR strategy, working with curatorial, research, public programmes and retail teams to identify opportunities, shape narratives and support media activity.
We are seeking someone bright and enthusiastic with a strong track record of delivering administrative and operational activities. The role holder will be someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and who can maintain strong working relationships with a diverse range of people.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, meaning staff are empowered to split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of remote working may vary due to organisational needs and will be subject to discussion with your line manager.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
The Process:
Closing date for applications: midnight Sunday 7th September 2025
Interview Date: 25th &amp; 26th September 2025
Please quote reference DA46794 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-08-01T12:32:51+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[University Museums Group Coordinator (Part Time, Fixed Term)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/university-museums-group-coordinator-part-time-fixed-term" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/university-museums-group-coordinator-part-time-fixed-term</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
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        <![CDATA[University Museums Group Coordinator]]>
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        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
University Museums Group (UMG) is a membership organisation that supports and advocates for the university museum sector in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, representing the interests of university museums to funders and stakeholders.
The UMG Coordinator supports the UMG Co-Chairs and Executive committee, playing a proactive role, coordinating the activities of the Group and supporting its aims. We are seeking an individual who has excellent administrative experience with a working knowledge of the museum sector. They will be an excellent communicator and adaptable when it comes to scheduling and completing tasks. A methodical ability is sought with strong analytical skills and a positive, open-minded and pro-active approach.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment both within the Museum and the wider University, generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits.
You will be based at the Fitzwilliam Museum, which is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region. Founded in 1816, the museum welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year and houses over half a million works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia. This includes sculpture, ceramics and decorative arts, paintings, drawings, prints, illuminated manuscripts, money, literary and musical autographs and the archives of artists and others.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, meaning staff are empowered to split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of remote working may vary due to project needs and will be subject to discussion with your line manager.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 2 February 2028 in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 14th August 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: 29th August 2025
Please quote reference DA46714 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-07-29T17:17:00+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Membership and Individual Giving Coordinator]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/membership-and-individual-giving-coordinator" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/membership-and-individual-giving-coordinator</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[membership development giving coordinator museum]]>
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      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is a sub-department of the museum and is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in paintings conservation and heritage science.
With over half a million works of art and antiquities spanning many cultures and centuries, the Museum has an international reputation for excellence in research, conservation, exhibitions and learning. As well as circa 500,000 visitors who enjoy the Museum each year, we share our collections with a much wider audience than can physically visit through our touring exhibitions, loans, community engagement, digital programmes and research.
The membership and individual giving team is part of the Audiences and Brand directorate which is responsible for building audiences, growing the Museum's visibility, reach, engagement and income, and cultivating relationships regionally, nationally and globally that are meaningful, relevant and impactful. The division encompasses a wide range of key functions including audience insight, CRM, PR, marketing, digital, interpretation, membership and individual giving, and internal communications.
The Membership and Individual Giving Coordinator is a pivotal new role that will support the strategic development and delivery of the Fitzwilliam Museum's membership and individual giving programmes, with responsibility for managing a refreshed and revitalised Friends scheme and optimising pathways to generating greater in-person and digital donations and support. Working in collaboration with colleagues in the Audiences and Brand directorate and with teams across the Museum, the role holder will use data-driven insights, creative ideas, and strong interpersonal and organisational skills to achieve agreed KPIs and targets.
With strategic oversight from the Membership and Individual Giving Manager and support from the Membership Assistant, the role holder will deliver the cultivation, stewardship and administration of the Friends scheme to shape and deliver outstanding experiences for our supporters, strengthen engagement and loyalty, recruit new Friends, boost retention and maximise lifetime value.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we have adopted a system of hybrid working, meaning staff are empowered to split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of remote working may vary due to project needs and will be subject to discussion with your line manager.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date - 7th September 2025 Interviews - week of 22nd September 2025
Please quote reference DA46760 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-07-29T16:51:35+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Creative Studio Coordinator (Part Time)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/creative-studio-coordinator-part-time" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/creative-studio-coordinator-part-time</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[creative studio coordinator]]>
      </summary>
      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is a sub-department of the museum and is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in paintings conservation and heritage science.
The Public Programmes team at the Fitzwilliam Museum offers a dynamic programme of public events including talks, residencies, performances, workshops, courses and curated responses online and onsite. The Public Programmes team work with the colleagues from around the Museum to help shape the programme for the future inspired by the Fitzwilliam collections, exhibitions and research.
This work is central to the purpose and aims of the Museum, offering an inclusive and accessible learning experience for a broad range of audiences. The programme both drives inclusion and community work, and offers income generation opportunities via certain audience groups.
The Creative Studio Coordinators provide a key role in the delivery of the programmes, working in the Museum's dedicated Studio space and supporting the delivery of a range of in-person creative experiences for audiences, alongside some digital courses (in development) and if required, also supporting outreach opportunities alongside Learning team colleagues.
The Fitzwilliam Museum Creative Studio is a space for a broad range of audiences to experience interdisciplinary creative learning opportunities. Role holders enable colleagues to deliver inclusive, safe and accessible activity in the Studio. Working across the Learning and Public Programmes, these audiences include early years and families, schools and teachers, young people, adult learners, community and social groups. Role holders are also expected to work with senior colleagues to support the development of new specialist-led onsite and online courses, masterclasses and workshops in the Creative Studio, facilitating the opportunity for audiences to experience materials, skills and tools.
The Creative Studio Coordinators plan and organise practical logistics for group work, including preparing the room layout appropriately, and the provision of specialist artists' materials and tools. They hold a coordination role around the use of the Studio, utilising planning, project management and administration skills, and also hold an important compliance role, utilising safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management skills.
During group sessions Creative Studio Coordinators, in support of departmental colleagues as required, may provide creative and technical skills - such as running practical demonstrations, using skill-sharing and coaching skills, and tailoring guidance appropriately for audiences to thrive in the studio environment. Role holders may be asked to deliver studio sessions on weekdays or at weekends in unforeseen circumstances i.e. due to sickness absence.
We are seeking someone who has strong interpersonal and communication skills. The role holder will be someone with strong artistic skill who is able to think creatively and imaginatively to anticipate and solve problems and identify opportunities.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 10th August 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: 2nd - 5th September 2025
Please quote reference DA46590 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-07-29T16:43:23+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Research Associate: Graham Reynolds Curatorial Fellowship in British Art (Fixed Term)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/research-associate-graham-reynolds-curatorial-fellowship-in-british-art-fixed-term" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/research-associate-graham-reynolds-curatorial-fellowship-in-british-art-fixed-term</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[Job pack]]>
      </summary>
      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is a sub-department of the museum and is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in paintings conservation and heritage science.
The Fitzwilliam Museum holds an important collection of British art, across paintings, drawings, prints, miniature, sculpture, decorative arts and books, spanning the Medieval era through the present day. This is an exciting opportunity for an early career researcher to be develop their curatorial practice around British Art (1700-1950). The post holder will have the opportunity to build partnerships in the University of Cambridge and beyond, and participating in research networks such as the Collections-Connections-Communities initiative. We particularly encourage applicants who will seek to bring new perspectives to these collections, including from under-represented audiences and considering collection histories.
The post holder will gain skills and experience in all aspects of curatorial work and museological practice, including temporary displays and exhibitions, communication skills and public programming, and collaborating. They will support the Senior Curator, Prints &amp; Drawings, including with collections enquiries and access, and work with other curators, collections management staff, photographers, the documentation team, conservators, scientists, learning staff and other colleagues across the Museum and the wider University.
The post holder will have keen interest in aspects of British art, and preferably some knowledge or experience of working in a museum, library or archive. They will be adept at working independently and as part of a team, with excellent IT and digital skills. In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 36 months. The three-year fellowship is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Thomson Collection at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), and the fellow with have the opportunity for annual placements at the AGO in Toronto, a national museum within a major multicultural city.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 13th July 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: w/c 28th July 2025
Please quote reference DA46437 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-07-03T15:13:21+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Exhibition Project Coordinator]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/exhibition-project-coordinator" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/exhibition-project-coordinator</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[Exhibition Project Coordinator]]>
      </summary>
      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[Be a part of something amazing...
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries.
The Exhibitions Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating the delivery of the Fitzwilliam Museum's exhibitions and display programme through excellent administration.
The role holder will coordinate the work on the Exhibitions and Major Displays team, and will coordinate the successful delivery of small exhibition projects and/or assist Exhibition Project Mangers on larger exhibitions and display projects.
We are seeking someone who has extensive track record of project coordination in the arts and cultural sector. The role holder will be someone with excellent interpersonal and consultative skills and an ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse range of people, both within the organisation and externally.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 22nd June 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: 4th July 2025
Please quote reference DA46198 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-06-06T11:26:02+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Assistant Conservator, Manuscripts &amp; Printed Books (Fixed Term)]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/assistant-conservator-manuscripts-and-printed-books-fixed-term" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/assistant-conservator-manuscripts-and-printed-books-fixed-term</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[job pack]]>
      </summary>
      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[Be a part of something amazing..
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is a sub-department of the museum and is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in paintings conservation and heritage science.
The Assistant Conservator will work as a member of a small, dynamic team to ensure the long-term preservation of the internationally significant manuscript and printed book collections of the Fitzwilliam Museum and make them accessible for the purposes of study, research, exhibitions, and the benefit of future generations.
Under the supervision of the Senior Conservator (Manuscripts and Printed Books), the role-holder will undertake conservation work on bindings, paper and parchment, and will be able to give preservation and handling advice as required. Typical material for treatment includes medieval and Renaissance illuminated manuscripts, non-western manuscripts, fine printed books dating from the 15th to the 21st century, manuscript and printed music, literary autographs and archival material. The role holder will contribute to ongoing research through their excellent practice of interventive treatments and preservation measures.
The manuscript and printed book conservation team also provides 600 hours of commercial conservation services to Trinity College annually. While the Senior Conservator is responsible for providing book and archive conservation work to Trinity College, they may delegate some projects to the Assistant Conservator, who will carry out treatments agreed between the Senior Conservator and the Fellow Librarian of Trinity College under the Senior Conservator's supervision.
The role holder will have relevant experience of carrying out complex book conservation treatments to the highest standards with great attention to detail. A can-do attitude, flexibility, good communication skills, and ability to work respectfully in a small team in a small workshop are a must.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment to grow skills and experience, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 8th June 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: 16th July 2025
Please quote reference DA46014 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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      <updated>2025-05-28T15:15:47+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[HR Coordinator [Temporary Cover- 1 Year] 29 hours p/w]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/hr-coordinator-temporary-cover-1-year-29-hours-pw" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/hr-coordinator-temporary-cover-1-year-29-hours-pw</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[HR Coordinator job pack]]>
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        <![CDATA[We are seeking an HR Coordinator to join our small, supportive HR team by coordinating the HR processes, providing clear and accurate advice to individuals and managers on a range of HR policy and employment relations issues. The post holder will carry out general administration relating to HR processes and payroll duties, using their strong IT, interpersonal and organisational skills to effectively coordinate these processes.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate factual &amp; theoretical knowledge of HR administration and their high level of awareness of personal impact paired with excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable them to offer a fantastic level of customer service. Strong attention to detail, an ability to prioritise effectively and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the role are key.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment both within the Museum and the wider University, a generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits. You will be based at the Fitzwilliam Museum, which is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region. Founded in 1816, the museum welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year and houses over half a million works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia.
To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we offer hybrid working, and the role holder will have the flexibility to work some days from home, subject to business needs. 4 days/29 hours: Pattern of work to be agreed.
Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for 1 years or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, and a security check.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
Interview will be Thursday 22nd May 2025
Please quote reference DA45859 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-05-06T11:00:08+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Senior Curator: Mediterranean Antiquities]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/senior-curator-mediterranean-antiquities" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/senior-curator-mediterranean-antiquities</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[Senior Curator: Mediterranean Antiquities job pack]]>
      </summary>
      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[Be a part of something amazing...
The Fitzwilliam Museum is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, welcoming around 500,000 visitors a year: it acts as a bridge between the University, the city and the rest of the world, with a vision to 'open up the past to transform our future'. Founded in 1816, the Museum houses over 500,000 works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia. This includes sculpture, ceramics and decorative arts, paintings, drawings, prints, illuminated manuscripts, money, literary and musical autographs and the archives of artists and others. The Museum contributes to the University's mission in delivering research and teaching grounded in and inspired by the collection, using curatorial, conservation, science and practice-based methodologies.
The collection includes an internationally significant collection of antiquities from the ancient Mediterranean world, including Greek and Roman sculpture, ceramics, bronzes, terracottas and jewellery. A substantial collection of prehistoric, Mycenean and Minoan material includes excavated material from Cyprus, Greece and Etruria. Western Asian collections include ceramics, palace reliefs from Nineveh and sculptures from Yemen.
The Senior Curator: Mediterranean Antiquities will be the Museum's curatorial and research lead around the collections of Mediterranean Antiquities, and undertake a modest amount of teaching within the Faculty of Classics. The post-holder will work closely with other curators, including e.g. those responsible for the Egyptian collection and the ancient money collection, while forging new and exciting intellectual connections between the Museum and the wider University.
You will shape and deliver collections-based research, displays, public programming and curatorial work on these collections to support the Museum's Vision and Mission, the Research &amp; Impact Strategy and the Business Plan. We particularly encourage approaches that consider the present-day and global relevance of these collections, and how communities connect with these objects and artworks.
The post-holder will be knowledgeable about, and have experience of working with, Mediterranean Antiquities, have experience of exhibitions/displays, and be committed to developing new collection perspectives, including researching, teaching, exhibiting and publishing the work of diverse and under-recognised artists or cultures.
The role is a Linked Appointment with the Faculty of Classics, with 20% of the role comprising contributions to the teaching, research and administration within that Faculty. The post-holder will be a senior member of both the Faculty of Classics and its 'D Caucus' (responsible for teaching and research in classical art and archaeology). Within the Faculty of Classics, the post-holder will have opportunities to supervise students (including at PhD level), and will be eligible to apply for generous additional research Faculty funding to support research, impact, outreach, widening participation and fieldwork activities.
This is a University Academic appointment, entitled to apply for Quasi Sabbatical Leave (that is equivalent to Sabbatical Leave) after being in post for three years, with entitlement of one term in every six, which can be accrued. The role holder, after one year in post, will be eligible for the University's Academic Career Pathways promotion scheme
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment within the Museum, Faculty of Classics and the wider University, generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Closing date for applications: 1st June 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: W/C 23rd June 2025
Please quote reference DA45817 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
      </content>
              
      <updated>2025-05-06T10:56:29+01:00</updated>
    </entry>
      <entry>
      <title><![CDATA[Senior Curator: Historic &amp; Modern Paintings]]></title>
      <link rel="alternate" href="https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/about-us/work-with-us/details/senior-curator-historic-and-modern-paintings" />
      <id>https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/news/senior-curator-historic-and-modern-paintings</id>
      <author>
        <name><![CDATA[The Fitzwilliam Museum]]></name>
      </author>
      <summary type="html">
        <![CDATA[Senior Curator: Historic & Modern Paintings job pack]]>
      </summary>
      <content type="html">
        <![CDATA[Be a part of something amazing...
The Fitzwilliam Museum is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, welcoming around 500,000 visitors a year, it acts as a bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, with a vision to 'open up the past to transform our future'. Founded in 1816, the Museum houses over half a million works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia. This includes sculpture, ceramics and decorative arts, paintings, drawings, prints, illuminated manuscripts, money, literary and musical autographs and the archives of artists and others. The Museum contributes to the University's mission in delivering research and teaching grounded in and inspired by the collection, using curatorial, conservation, science and practice-based methodologies.
The museum holds significant Italian paintings of the 13th to 18th centuries, 18th-early 20th century French and British paintings, Flemish and Dutch paintings of the 16th and 17th centuries, and an internationally renowned collection of Italian, French and British drawings and watercolours.
The Senior Curator: Historic &amp; Modern Paintings will be the Museum's curatorial and research lead around those collections.
You will shape and deliver collections-based research, displays, public programming and curatorial work on these collections to support the Museum's Vision and Mission, the Research &amp; Impact Strategy and the Business Plan. We particularly encourage approaches that consider the present-day and global relevance of these collections, and how communities connect with these objects and artworks. You will be encouraged to work collaboratively within the Fitzwilliam Museum and across the University of Cambridge.
The post-holder will be knowledgeable about, and have experience of working with Historic &amp; Modern Paintings, have experience of exhibitions/displays, and be committed to developing new collection perspectives, including researching, teaching, exhibiting and publishing the work of diverse and underrecognised artists or cultures.
This is a University Academic appointment, entitled to apply for Quasi Sabbatical Leave (that is equivalent to Sabbatical Leave) after being in post for three years, with entitlement of one term in every six, which can be accrued. The role holder, after one year in post, will be eligible for the University's Academic Career Pathways promotion scheme
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment within the Museum, Faculty and the wider University, generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
Closing date for applications: 1st June 2025
Interviews for the role will be held: W/C 23rd June 2025
Please quote reference DA46032 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.]]>
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