Be a part of something amazing.
As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the city and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world class exhibitions, award-winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Conservation Department, including the Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world’s leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.
About the Role
The Object Conservator works in a busy shared conservation service for the University of Cambridge Museums, which is managed by the Fitzwilliam Museum. The Object Conservator works in different museums on a rotational basis, providing advice and practical conservation. The role holder also delivers income generating conservation projects for other Cambridge clients, including colleges. The Object Conservator works with a small team of colleagues delivering shared service contracts, within the context of the wider conservation team in the Fitzwilliam Museum and HKI.
About You
We are seeking someone who has broad understanding of practical conservation and technical examination of cultural heritage objects, especially in archaeology and anthropology collections. The role holder will be someone with demonstrable understanding of conservation principles and ethics in line with current best practice, with highly effective communication and influencing skills.
In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment, an attractive pension scheme, generous holiday allowance and many employee benefits such as a shopping discounts scheme.
How to Apply
For further information and to apply, please visit the University of Cambridge Vacancies Website before the applications close on Sunday 5th April 2026 at midnight.
Interview date is scheduled for Thursday 16th April 2026.
Please quote reference DA48815 on your application and in any correspondence about this position.