Head of Zoology & Biodiversity Research

The Royal Society; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales invites applications for Head of Zoology to lead a seasoned curatorial team and steer ambitious research and public engagement programmes within Wales' national museum.

You will secure funding from UKRI and other bodies, drive collections development, mentor staff, publish scholarly outputs, and foster interdisciplinary partnerships while supporting Strategy 2030 and ensuring biodiversity research remains globally relevant.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent qualification in zoology or related field.
• Experience with museum collections management and curatorial leadership.
• Track record of successful grant applications and securing external funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead zoology curatorial team and drive innovative research.
• Manage research budgets and oversee project funding.
• Publish academic outputs and promote open dissemination of findings.
• Foster partnerships with higher education institutions and research bodies.
• Deputise for Head of Department as required and mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Grant writing

Budget management

Research publishing

Team management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Public engagement

Education

PhD in Zoology

Job description

Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales invites applications for Head of Zoology to lead a seasoned curatorial team and steer ambitious research and public engagement programmes within Wales' national museum.

You will secure funding from UKRI and other bodies, drive collections development, mentor staff, publish scholarly outputs, and foster interdisciplinary partnerships while supporting Strategy 2030 and ensuring biodiversity research remains globally relevant.