We currently have the post of Assistant Curator (Living Centres) available.
As Assistant Curator (Living Centres), you will deliver a range of visitor experience activities relating to animal husbandry, including school workshops, early years and baby sessions, and behind-the-scenes tours. You will lead on the legally required identification, interpretation and educational signage throughout the galleries. This includes liaising with illustrators to obtain scientifically accurate identification images, working with design specialists, and writing and editing content.
The role will also involve coordinating conservation activities, such as local beach cleans and off-site fieldwork. You will work with colleagues across the Living Display Centres team to develop the collection in line with our responsibilities as full British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums members and our Collection and Development Plans.
To be successful in this role, you will be highly organised, as the position combines both animal care and visitor engagement responsibilities. You will develop and deliver a range of school sessions, public events and paid-for experiences related to the collection, coordinating these alongside existing bookings and animal management duties. Occasional involvement in animal management activities, including tank maintenance, feeding, enrichment and live food cultures, will also be required.
Due to the responsibilities of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
If you think you match the job description and our organisation ethos then.
National Museum Directors' Council, National Museums Liverpool, World Museum, WilliamBrown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EN
Assistant Curator (Living Centres) in Liverpool employer: National Museums Liverpool
National Museums Liverpool fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging employees to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance public engagement with cultural heritage. The organisation values professional development and offers various opportunities for staff to grow within their roles.
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