Västergötlands Museum is an attractive destination and a well-known cultural institution in Western Sweden and nationally. With one of Sweden's richest collections of artifacts, around 40 buildings, extensive green spaces, and a museum farm, the museum offers a unique combination of cultural heritage, nature, and research.
Västergötlands Museum is an independent foundation dedicated to conducting and promoting cultural heritage conservation and museum activities as well as other cultural activities in Skaraborg. Collaborating with representatives of the state cultural heritage authority in the region and managing the foundation's collections, buildings, land areas, and other assets are also part of the museum's mission.
The museum's founders are the Västra Götaland Region, Skara Municipality, and the Västergötlands Archaeological Society. Learn more about the museum's activities at www.vastergotlandsmuseum.se.
To learn more about our area, visit www.livetiskaraborg.se.
We are in a development phase where several employees will retire in the coming years, so we are now seeking new staff members.
Would you like to become one of our new archaeologists and build on the knowledge and experience that exists in the organization, while contributing new perspectives and ideas?
Job Duties:
The duties involve archaeological contract work where you develop decision-making and knowledge foundations in response to requests, primarily from the County Administrative Board.
You will lead and participate in research projects where you work closely with your colleagues and take responsibility for achieving project goals. You will also participate in other projects as a project team member.
As an archaeologist at Västergötlands Museum, you will also work with cultural heritage conservation matters and issues.
An important part is to build and develop long-term collaborations, both internally and externally.
To thrive in this role, you enjoy collaborating with others, take responsibility for your assignments, and communicate in a clear and attentive manner. You contribute to a good work environment and see the value in building positive relationships.
Qualifications:
· Academic degree in archaeology.
· Substantial experience with archaeological fieldwork and report writing.
· Documented experience in project management within contract archaeology.
· Documented experience leading and conducting research projects.
· Experience with digital documentation techniques.
· Driver's license for cars.
· You must have good ability to express yourself in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.
It is advantageous if you have:
· Higher academic degree or specialization in medieval archaeology/agrarian history.
· Experience applying for external project funding.
· Experience in media communication.
· Experience giving lectures.
Employment Terms:
· Type of Employment: Permanent position with a 6-month probationary period.
· Scope: 100%.
· Start Date: By agreement.
· Work Location: Skara, Västra Götaland.Västergötlands Museum is an attractive destination and a well-known cultural institution in Western Sweden and nationally. With one of Sweden's richest collections of artifacts, around 40 buildings, extensive green spaces, and a museum farm, the museum offers a unique combination of cultural heritage, nature, and research.
Västergötlands Museum is an independent foundation dedicated to conducting and promoting cultural heritage conservation and museum activities as well as other cultural activities in Skaraborg. Collaborating with representatives of the state cultural heritage authority in…