Curator
We are seeking a Curator to be an integral part of the Collection team at Waddesdon Manor.
You will be responsible for researching, understanding, and communicating the Collections and their histories to connect visitors, wider audiences and communities to Waddesdon. You will participate in an ambitious and inclusive permanent display and exhibitions programme, encouraging innovative thinking and best practice.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
1. Become familiar with the whole Collection and develop research interested in specific areas which complement the existing curatorial skill set. Aspects of the Collection which would benefit from particular focus include but are nor limited to paintings (Dutch 17C paintings in particular), textiles, photographs, prints and drawings, books and sculpture
2. Undertake research as directed and lecture and publish on the history of Waddesdon and its collections and your personal research interests
3. Participate in the planning and delivery of exhibitions, projects and permanent displays, leading on these as appropriate
4. Help to develop, manage and deliver interpretation about the Collection in various forms (print and digital) and work with the curatorial and visitor services team to ensure that it is engaging and inclusive to a wide range of audiences
5. Manage and undertake cataloguing projects...