Senior Museum Registration Lead - Acquisitions & Loans (P/T)

University of Sydney; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 96,000 - 118,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney invites a Senior Museum Registration Officer – Acquisitions and Loans to lead documentation and management of complex loans and acquisitions. The role ensures accurate, compliant collection records and supports safe movement of objects throughout their lifecycle.

You will work within the Collections team on collection care, packing, transport, and policy input, collaborating with internal and external partners to maintain high standards of

Qualifications

• Experience managing museum/gallery databases and EMu data management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for improving workflows.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead documentation for inward/outward loans nationally and internationally.
• Oversee registrations, movement, packing, storage and location control of objects.
• Administer acquisitions, including Cultural Gifts and related records.

Skills

EMu proficiency

Data management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Object handling

Documentation practices

Project coordination

Communication skills

Tools

EMu

Job description

The Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney invites a Senior Museum Registration Officer – Acquisitions and Loans to lead documentation and management of complex loans and acquisitions. The role ensures accurate, compliant collection records and supports safe movement of objects throughout their lifecycle.

You will work within the Collections team on collection care, packing, transport, and policy input, collaborating with internal and external partners to maintain high standards of