Assistant Curator

Royal Collection Trust
Decorative Arts
the Palace of Holyroodhouse
Permanent
£23,000 per annum, plus benefits
37.5 hours per week, over 5 days, Monday to Friday

It's uncovering new stories, and expanding the horizon of our knowledge

It’s working as one team to deliver impressive projects. And it’s the satisfaction of presenting, and promoting, one of the world’s greatest and most diverse art collections. This is what makes working for Royal Collection Trust so exceptional.

In terms of both quality and diversity, our collection of art is breath-taking, with works dating from the 1400s to the present day.

It's a 'living' collection, yet there are fascinating stories here that have lain untold for decades. Joining the team at the heart of uncovering these at Holyroodhouse, you'll help to research and bring them alive – not just through inspiring exhibitions but also displays,, presentations and catalogues.

Developing your own expertise, as well as the teams' knowledge, you'll also share your discoveries with a wider audience through presentation and interpretation.

At the same time, you'll make sure the collection is expertly maintained and preserved, and will edit and update existing online records, ensuring they are accessible and easy to navigate.

Drawing on expertise from teams across Royal Collection Trust, collaboration will be part of your daily routine and will be key to your success.

And as developing your curatorial skills, you'll bring people closer to a truly unique history.

With a relevant degree and a clear interest in and knowledge of Western Art history, you'll be an asset to our team.

You'll have previous experience of working in a museum or art gallery with an existing understanding of creating displays and exhibitions.

You've used cataloguing database systems previously and have a working knowledge of relevant practices and the challenges of working with a historic collection.

With an eye for detail and good command of relevant IT programs, you'll be confident presenting works through online platforms.

You also have an excellent understanding of the preservation and conservation issues that relate to various works of art including paintings, photographs, decorative surfaces and prints and drawings.

Being methodical with strong administration skills, you'll be able to plan and deliver large scale projects and, being self-motivated, means you'll also be comfortable working independently to achieve consistently high standards.

As an exceptional communicator with a proactive approach, you'll enjoy collaborating with team members and colleagues who are specialists in their own field.

Vacancy Closing Date: 01/08/2018, 23:55

This vacancy is closed to applications.