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The Collection Enhancement Project (CEP) is the Australian Museum’s digitisation program, aiming to standardise and streamline digitisation activities across the Museum. The CEP is managed within two streams – Natural Science collections and Cultural collections – based on the specialised requirements and expertise needed to digitise such varied collection material. The focus within the Natural Science collections is to digitally register specimens to address legacy data issues, capture high resolution images, and barcode the specimens along with the relevant storage facilities. The aim of Natural Sciences CEP is to improve collection management, audit capabilities, and accessibility of the collections.
The Collection Data Cleansing Officer supports the Collection Enhancement Project (CEP) through analysing and optimising the quality, accuracy and consistency of the Australian Museum’s collection and digital asset data across its Collection Management System, EMu, and Digital Asset Management System, Fotoware. Working within the Collection Systems team and with internal stakeholders, the role assists with aligning collection metadata, preparing and remediating data for CEP activities, undertaking user acceptance testing during system installations and upgrades, and providing user support. This is an opportunity to contribute to the integrity and accessibility of information relating to the Museum’s diverse natural history, archival and cultural collections.
You will be paid a competitive total remuneration package of $88,529 - $94975, including an annual salary of $78,000 - $84799, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation (currently 12%) and annual leave loading.
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You are a detail-oriented and methodical professional with experience in data cleansing, data management and working with large datasets, ideally within a museum, cultural, archival or natural history collections environment. You can accurately apply data standards, identify and resolve inconsistencies, and maintain data integrity across collection systems, with experience using EMu and/or Fotoware considered an advantage. You are comfortable learning new technologies, managing competing priorities and escalating complex issues when required, while working collaboratively with colleagues and providing clear, practical support to system users
To be eligible for this role at the Australian Museum, you must hold full working rights in Australia and meet all essential requirements listed in the position description.
The Australian Museum is truly a great place to work. We aim to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations’ culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs.
The Australian Museum acknowledges that we operate on the lands, waters and skies of many First Nations Peoples. As Australia’s first museum, we share the responsibility of advocating for Country and honouring First Nations Peoples and knowledges.
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Besides working together with other like-minded people, you will have access to professional development opportunities and dedicated Wellbeing programs.
Applicants must submit
As part of the online application process, you will be prompted to answer the following targeted questions:
The successful candidate applicant will be subject to national criminal records check.
Contact person: Collection Systems Manager, ICT – Jaever Santos at jaever.santos@austmus.gov.au
The Australian Museum is committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve.
We actively encourage applications from First Nations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, including physical, sensory, cognitive, intellectual, neurological, psychosocial, and chronic health conditions, whether visible or hidden; people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; people of all ages; members of the LGBTQIA+ community; and people from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager or include your requirements in your application. This may include alternative formats, communication support, flexible interviews, accessible locations, or extra assessment time. Any information you share will be kept confidential.
The Australian Museum is a place of exploration and discovery, inspiring responsibility for our world by promoting knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of science, nature and culture. For over 190 years the Australian Museum has been at the forefront of Australian scientific research, collection and education.
The Australian Museum is a NSW Government-funded cultural institution.
