Curator

Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

**Job no**: 520641
**Work type**: Full Time
**Location**: Crawley
**Categories**: Research support
- Play a key role in one of the world’s most significant collections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural material.
- Contribute to a nationally significant research project on Indigenous mental health and wellbeing.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
- Base salary range: $91,833- $97,052p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Berndt Museum, part of the School of Indigenous Studies at The University of Western Australia, is one of the most significant collections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and cultural material globally. It also houses important collections from the Asia-Pacific region. The Museum is a key part of the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education, which leads UWA’s Indigenous Education Strategy and supports Indigenous teaching, research, and student services.

About the opportunity
- Collaborate on an NHMRC-funded research project exploring Indigenous concepts of mental health using arts-based methodologies.
- Provide high-level curatorial support for exhibitions, collections, and community engagement at the Berndt Museum.
- Engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to support culturally appropriate museum practices and research.

**About you**
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in art history, museum or cultural heritage studies, or demonstrated equivalent competency
- Relevant experience in a public art museum or art collection setting
- Experience and knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and standards, including art collection policies and museum registration policies and methods
- Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art
- Aboriginal community engagement or fieldwork experience

Special Requirements
- A willingness to travel (including rurally) and to work flexible hours
- Full Australian Driver's License is desirable
- Current national police clearance certificate
- Confirmation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage will be required for the successful applicant prior to appointment.

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 22 July 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

**Advertised**: 08 Jul 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**:22 Jul 2025**W. Australia Standard Time