Tāmaki Paenga Hira: Tui tui hono tangata, whenua me te moana.
Auckland War Memorial Museum: Connecting through sharing stories of people, lands and seas.
Auckland Museum is a much-loved culture and heritage organisation at the heart of Auckland's identity, committed to outstanding management of its world-class collections, developing and sharing engaging content through its galleries, exhibition, events, educational programmes and the permanent and volunteer staff who tell the Museum's stories. We are Auckland's home of commemoration as well as the country’s oldest research institution and a major tourist destination.
Job Description
Mō te tūranga | About the role
We are looking for an Associate Curator, Archaeology to join our team. This permanent role supports the provision of curatorial expertise to develop Auckland Museum’s Archaeology collection, promote collection access and answer public enquires. They will have a role in contributing to the development of exhibitions and undertake research activities related to the Archaeology collection.
This role is responsible for:
Facilitating access to the Archaeology collection for iwi, hapū, whānau, researchers etc
Responding to enquires on the Archaeology collection
Contributing to collection development and new acquisitions for the collection
Undertaking research on the Archaeology collection
Desired Skills and Experience
Ō pūmanawa | What you will bring
Relevant post graduate qualification or extensive experience in a relevant field
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Archaeology collections
Knowledge and experience working with and handling faunal collections
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to Archaeology collections and their interpretive value, and as a core resource for museum activities
A collaborative approach and excellent interpersonal skills will be essential in dealing with diverse groups including, iwi and whānau, researchers, the public and museum project teams, across all tiers of the museum
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
Flexible work arrangements to enhance your work and home life
Availability to purchase additional annual leave
An award-winning wellbeing programme including free membership with Boost app and Myeveryday wellbeing
An active social club which is part of the fabric of Museum life
Life insurance from your first day and discounted Health Insurance
Free museum membership and other staff discounts
Discounted onsite parking
Accredited by Rainbow tick
Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
Tono mai i tēnei rā! | Apply today!
Closing Date: Sunday, 24 August 2025. We may contact strong candidates regarding interviews prior to the closing date of this advert. Starting salary guide: $79,000 to $83,900 pa dependant on relevant experience.
You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this full-time position. Please view the position description here or select the apply button to view if on the seek platform.
Auckland Museum offers a rich and fulfilling work life where we embrace diversity and nurture our bicultural capability as demonstrated in our Teu le Va and He Korahi Maori strategies. We also offer a range of great benefits such as flexible work and leave and an award-winning wellbeing programme.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of a fabulous New Zealand organisation committed to telling our national and Auckland stories, reflecting our unique place in the South Pacific.
He Oranga Tangata ka ao
Enriching lives. Inspiring discoveries
