Museum Conservator (Parramatta Project)

• Full time, fixed term until 30 May 2026
• Exciting opportunity for an experienced Museum Conservator to promote the Nicholson Collection
• Base Salary $95K + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

Working as part of the Chau Chak Wing Museum team, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Museum Conservator to support the management and conservation of the Nicholson Collection through pop up museums across Parramatta and Greater Western Sydney. As the Museum Conservator, you will have accountability across decision making pertaining to the Museum’s procedures and protocols; overseeing and executing the preventative conservation of objects and collections will be one of your key priorities.

In this role, you will engage local communities at venues including libraries, shopping centres, public thoroughfares, and schools to promote the research, collections and work of the Museum.

About you

• is qualified in a relevant area of specialisation and holds a valid NSW driver’s licence (essential)   
• demonstrates expertise across safe working with chemicals, museum practices, exhibitions management, and awareness of ethical standards of conservation
• ascertains a high degree of attention to detail and care in the treatment and conservation of museum collections
• charismatic and personable in nature with an innate passion for education
• strongly communicates with impact through verbal and written forums and demonstrates ability to advise, negotiate and liaise with stakeholders within and external to the University of Sydney
• bi or multilingual with preference given to Arabic, Mandarin, Cantonese, Farsi or other highly spoken non-English language in western Sydney
• has experience in museum collections database systems preferably EMu.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship may be considered for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

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