UCM Conservator of Objects

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.

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.

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.  

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

The Process:

Closing date for applications: Monday 6th April 2026 (midnight) Interview Date: Thursday 16th April 2026. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Please quote reference DA48815 on your application and in any correspondence about this 

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Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.

Please quote reference DA48815 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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