Job detailsJob reference: 2025R000467 Date posted: 04/06/2026 Application closing date: 21/06/2026 Location: Corporate Headquarters, Cultra Salary: £37,694 to £38,990 per annum (pay award pending) Package: Generous annual leave entitlement, flexi-time, civil service pension scheme Contractual hours: 37Basis: Full timeJob category/type: Curatorial Curator of VertebratesNational Museums NI is a leading cultural institution and is responsible for ensuring that its significant collection is developed, cared for and accessible to the widest possible audience. Almost one million people enjoy our four museums each year, and through loans, research, community activity and digital programmes we engage a much wider audience than those who physically visit our museums.National Museum NI's specimen collections date back to the early 1800s. The Curator of Vertebrates plays a central role in the management and development of the vertebrate collections. The main purpose is to develop the collections through curation of existing and new material, audit, rationalisation and digitisation of the collection.We are looking for a Curator of Vertebrates who will be responsible for the care, cataloguing, and development of preserved vertebrate collections, ensuring specimens are available for research, education, and exhibits. The role involves managing both dry-preserved items (eggs, skins and skeletons) and a few fluid-preserved specimens, acquiring new acquisitions, overseeing specimen loans, and facilitating the use of the collection for scientific study and public display.To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.WHJS1_NI