Collections Project Officer

Collections Project Officer

Do you have knowledge of the procedures for documenting and handling museum collections? Would you like to be part of the team working on the re-location and refresh of a variety of objects at the Science Museum?

About us

We are assembling a team to deliver important collection moves at the Science Museum in London. These roles will be instrumental in delivering changes to the museum's permanent galleries, including the re-location and refresh of the museum's Space Technology displays, including objects like Tim Peake's spacecraft and items used on NASA's Apollo programme.

We are recruiting for two Collections Project Officers to join on a fixed term contract for 6 months, working full-time, 35 hours per week. This position is based at the Science Museum in London.

About the role

As Collections Project Officer you will work to inventory, pack and palletise objects ready for their moves, whether to a new gallery or to the museum's collections stores in at the Science and Innovation Park in Wroughton, Swindon.

You will work systematically through collections on display to capture and record object information in SMG's collections management database (Mimsy XG), including examining and documenting the condition of each object and assigning each object a new label and barcode.

You will be handling a range of objects, providing condition grades and identifying collections requiring specialist conservation. You will utilise your good awareness of hazards in collections to identify hazardous objects and materials within the collection and work with conservators to ensure correct processes are followed and that objects are documented to the required standard.

About you

Joining us, you will have knowledge or awareness of the procedures for documenting museum collections and an awareness and understanding of Health and Safety issues in relation to museum objects and hazardous materials in museum collections. You will have knowledge of the procedures involved in safe packing, handling, and moving of museum objects.

Crucially, you will have good attention to detail and be able to maintain a high level of accuracy when completing tasks, e.g. when creating database records. You will be an effective communicator, with the ability to work well as part of a team to solve problems and meet deadlines in time-sensitive situations.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer

Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

1. Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
2. Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
3. Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
4. Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
5. Wellbeing. All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
6. Colleague networks. Our colleague-led networks are an informal forum for colleagues to come together to discuss topics of shared interest and lived experience. They create a space for people to exchange ideas, discuss best practice, socialise and build a sense of community.
7. Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
8. Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
9. Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.