Museum Collections Specialist, Land Vertebrates and Gallery Renewal

1 day ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Aucklandmuseum Full time
Auckland Museum: Unlocking New Zealand's Natural Heritage

We are seeking an experienced Collection Manager, Land Vertebrates and Gallery Renewal to join our team. This is a permanent, full-time role that involves the expert care of the Museum's Land Vertebrate and Tissue collections.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the collections, developing and strategically planning for collection-based infrastructure, and engaging diverse audiences in the broader fields of science. You will prioritize competing demands from internal and external stakeholders for loans, donations, accessions, research access, exhibitions, and visits.

You will also support the Gallery Renewal process across Natural Sciences by providing collection management expertise for new galleries, coordinating gallery improvements, and collaborating with the wider Natural Sciences team in gallery developments.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the day-to-day supervision of collection technicians and volunteersMake decisions related to the effective function of assigned collection areasDevelop and implement collection management strategies to ensure the long-term preservation of the collectionsPrioritize and manage competing demands from internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will offer:

Tertiary Qualifications:

  • Tertiary qualification in Natural Sciences, preferably specializing in Land Vertebrates

Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a collection management or collections-based role, with demonstrated knowledge of collection management practices

Skill Set:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in managing tissue sample collections
  • Knowledge of Linnean classification systems and taxonomic science
  • Experience in the field collection, preparation, and preservation of Land Vertebrate specimens and genetic tissue samples

Personal Attributes:

  • Respect and sensitivity to the mana of taonga in the care of the collections
  • Ability to build and maintain robust working relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders
  • Ability to manage and supervise volunteers and other staff
  • Excellent attention to accuracy and detail
  • High level of personal initiative, motivation, and common-sense application, with the proven ability to work unsupervised


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