Curate British Prints & Drawings at The British Museum
September 16 2025
Picture: The British Museum
Posted by Adam Busiakiewicz:
Exciting news that The British Museum are hiring a Curator of British Prints and Drawings (1500-1774) and a Curator of British Prints and Drawings (1775-1885).
According to the job description of the former:
The Museum is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable curator to lead on its renowned collection of British prints and drawings by artists born between 1500 and 1775. This remarkable group includes works by figures such as John White, William Hogarth, Mary Delany, Thomas Gainsborough, and James Gillray.
The successful postholder will be responsible for deepening public and scholarly understanding of the collection through innovative research, exhibitions, and publications, while also advancing its digital accessibility through improved records and imaging. You’ll respond to enquiries, support acquisition efforts, and share your expertise with a wide range of audience, such as researchers and students to patrons and the public.
Both jobs come with a salary of £44,719 per annum and applications must be in by 8th October 2025.
Good luck if you're applying!
