The Western Australian Museum is positioning itself through scientific and academic excellence, public programs and relevant exhibitions to keep pace with the rapidly changing face of Western Australia. The Museum has made a major contribution to the collection, conservation and research of the State’s natural and social history, maritime heritage and the cultural heritage of Indigenous communities in Western Australia.
The Western Australian Museum is part of the Culture and Arts Portfolio, brought together by the Department of Culture and the Arts (DCA). DCA is the State Government agency responsible for the Government’s support of management and development of arts and culture in Western Australia.
Job Description
This position undertakes a range of activities associated with the development, management and use of the Museum’s Aquatic Zoology collections. The role includes managing the collections databases, loans of collection items and undertaking routine work associated with the collections generally.
This position is responsible for organising logistics associated with fieldwork, including liaison with communities, participating in fieldwork, organising equipment and supplies, overseeing the packing and transport of specimens and monitoring safety requirements.
Conducting and assisting with collections research for publication is another responsibility which requires the occupant of the position to maintain and develop current knowledge and expertise in Aquatic Zoology.
Conditions
This is a full time, fixed term vacancy, for a period of 24 months, with a possibility of extension/s and or permanency. There will also be a Pool running for a period of 18 months from the initial appointment. Applicants deemed suitable will be placed into a pool from which full-time, part-time, fixed term or permanent appointments may be made.
A current (within 6 months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department of Culture and the Arts Police Record Screening Policy.
You must have a degree with a major in Aquatic Zoology or a relevant discipline to be considered for this position. All overseas qualifications must have been assessed for Australian equivalency.
You are also required to have a current ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence or equivalent and possess a current Scientific Diving Qualification to be considered for this position.
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