Postdoctoral fellowship at British Museum

Postdoctoral Fellow
Scientific Research
The British Museum

Full time
Fixed Term: 2 years in duration with a start date of 6 June 2016

UKP27,905 per annum

Application Deadline:  15 March 2016

The British Museum has an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral
Fellow to conduct research on laser cleaning in the Department of
Scientific Research and the Fellow will be trained in the
application of analytical techniques to answer curatorial and
conservation enquiries.

The role will engage in all aspects of the department's work,
playing a full part in all academic aspects of the department and of
the Museum's wider scholarly programmes and community.

With a PhD or equivalent in a scientific discipline, awarded before
1 May 2016, you will have experimental research experience, the
ability to plan and execute research and experience in a laboratory
and/or research environment.  Experience of research into the
conservation of museum/archaeological objects and materials is
desirable.

With a high level of IT literacy and excellent organisational
skills, you will be able to communicate effectively and clearly to a
variety of audiences.  A publication record or other evidence of
written capabilities would be advantageous.

About the British Museum: Founded in 1753, the British Museum's
remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history
and culture.  With over 6.7 million visitors in 2015, the Museum is
the top visitor attraction in the UK, and its world-famous
collection includes the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures,
Egyptian mummies, the Admonitions Scroll, and the Amaravati
sculptures.

The Museum is an equal opportunity employer, supports a diverse
workplace and offers a competitive benefits package including:

    Membership of the civil service pension scheme

    Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions

    Participate in private and public Museum activities, including
    talks by leading curators from around the world and
    behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for
    and manage their extraordinary collections

    Generous annual leave allowance

    Interest-free season ticket loan

    Child care voucher scheme

    Professional and personal development opportunities

    Employee Assistance Programme

    Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

If you are a positive individual, passionate about the Museum and
would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, please
visit

    <URL:https://www.britishmuseum.org/about_us/jobs.aspx>

for further information and details on how to apply.


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