Job opportunity

Are you a leader in science looking to make a difference? This may be the opportunity you have been searching for!

The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State’s natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life-long learning, and developing and hosting world-class exhibitions.

The WA Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse working environment and providing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and young people. The Museum values the importance of a work environment which is representative of the wider community and which supports a variety of perspectives.

Conditions

We currently have available one (1) full time permanent vacancy available for immediate filling. 

A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department’s Police Record Screening Policy.

Job Description

The Head of Science position is responsible for the strategic direction of the WA Museum Functional Area of Science, by initiating, developing, coordinating and leading multidisciplinary and collaborative curatorial work and research projects, through building robust networks and a focused team, advocating internally and externally a strong strategic focus on delivering the Museum’s vision.

How to apply for this position.

• Applicants are required to apply on-line and must provide;
• a comprehensive CV
• no more than four (4) A4 page (Word or PDF document) outlining your demonstrated skills and knowledge in relation to the Work-Related Requirements that are listed on the attached Job Description Form

For further details on how to apply please read the attached 'Appliant Information Package'.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact a member of the HR Team on (08) 6552 1718 or email hr@museum.wa.gov.au for further assistance.

Please note that all of the Essential Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.

For further job related information, please contact Diana Jones on 9212 3715 (not to be contacted for an Applicant Information Package).

NO FAXED, LATE OR PROFORMA APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.