Project Curator: Ancient Anatolia
The British Museum Closing date: Sun, 30 Aug 2026
- Full time
- £30k-£40k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the care, documentation and interpretation of one of the Museum's most significant collections as part of a major gallery redevelopment programme. Working closely with curatorial, collections management and documentation colleagues, you will take day-to-day curatorial responsibility for the Museum's collections from ancient Anatolia, with a particular focus on sculptural and architectural material.
Working alongside leading specialists in the archaeology and history of the ancient Mediterranean, you will help shape future research, documentation and display of an internationally important collection and contribute to its accessibility for audiences, researchers and communities.
If you are a specialist in ancient sculpture and/or architecture with a focus on ancient Anatolia and a commitment to collections stewardship, research and collaboration, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Job Requirements
A Master's degree in a relevant subject area, ideally with memberships of relevant professional societies
Specialist expertise in ancient sculpture and/or architecture with knowledge of the archaeology and history of ancient Anatolia and the eastern Mediterranean
Experience conducting original research and publishing scholarly work
Experience working with museum collections, archaeological objects and collection documentation systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including some knowledge of relevant modern languages, ideally with command of spoken Turkish
The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities
A thoughtful and culturally sensitive approach to collections, research and public engagement
Experience of engaging public audiences with the archaeology or history of the ancient world and knowledge of Ancient Greek would be advantageous
Job Responsibilities
Daily curatorial responsibility for the collections from Ancient Anatolia, particularly sculptural and architectural material
Support and contribute to the upgrading of the documentation of the collection, working closely with relevant colleagues across the museum
Provide curatorial support for relevant storage moves
Assist with the development of research projects and display plans, particularly relating to the redevelopment of the Western Range galleries
Support the day-to-day running of the department, including overseeing study-room visits, organising seminars and supervising volunteers
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Project Curator: Ancient Anatolia
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Museums
- Role: Curation
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Sun, 30 Aug 2026
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Location:
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Job: Project Curator: Ancient Anatolia
Job: Project Curator: Ancient Anatolia
Organisation: The British Museum
Postcode: WC1B 3DG
How to Apply
All applications should be made via the British Museum website by 23:59 on Sunday, 30 August 2026
- Contact name: Anna George
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The British Museum
Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists such as Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.