In-Demand History research Jobs in Sydney, Nsw

Assistant Research Curator
Museums of History NSW —Sydney NSW
- $92,632 - $102,936 a year
- Temporary
- Writing skills
- Research
- Microsoft Office
14d
Assistant Curator Contemporary International Art
Art Gallery of NSW —Sydney NSW
- $92,632 - $102,936 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
- Databases
14d
Student/Graduate Planner
Bayside City Council —Rockdale NSW
- From $65,382.19 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee assistance program
2d
Policy & Project Officer
Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport —Sydney NSW
- $116,981 - $129,492 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
4d
Manager, Heritage Centre
Royal Agricultural Society of NSW —Sydney Olympic Park NSW
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Sales
- Research
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
8d
Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence
Macquarie University —Macquarie University NSW
- $127,138 - $150,425 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Research
11d
Assistant Project Officer
Museums of History NSW —Sydney NSW
- $102,936 - $113,579 a year
- Call employer
- Administrative experience
7d
Claims Consultant - Your Experience. A New Career. Join Our Claims Team.
TAL —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
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Postdoctoral Fellow
Macquarie University —Macquarie University NSW
- $112,550 - $120,621 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Research
1d
Business Analyst - Single Digital Patient Record
Single Digital Patient Record Implementation Authority —Sydney NSW
- $118,821 - $140,201 a year
- Weekend availability
- Analysis skills
- No degree
- Epic
- Annual leave
8d
Diversional Therapist Level 1-2 Mental Health
NSW Health —North Parramatta NSW
- $79,419 - $113,301 a year
- Full-time
- Computer skills
1h
OMEGA Client Advisor | Bondi
Swatch Group —Bondi Junction NSW
- Weekend availability
- Sales
- Research
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
7d
Quality Control Officer
Perfection Fresh Australia —Homebush NSW
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
Quick Apply
8d
Senior Event Research Analyst
Destination NSW —Sydney NSW
- $116,981 - $129,492 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Research
19h
ScotsX Teacher and Curriculum Designer
The Scots College —Bellevue Hill NSW
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
3d
Diversional Therapist Level 1-2 Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $79,419 - $113,301 a year
- Full-time
- Computer skills
3d
Project Support Officer
Bayside City Council —Bexley NSW
- $81,708.32 - $91,513.35 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- No degree
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
4d
Community Engagement Manager, Data Centres (Australia)
Anthropic —Sydney NSW
- Hybrid work
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- AI
- Parental leave
JAG - Assistant Designer
Sportscraft —Mascot NSW
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Construction experience
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
School Principal
Macquarie University —Macquarie University NSW
- $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- University
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program

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Assistant Research Curator

Museums of History NSW -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Temporary | Contract
$92,632 - $102,936 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Writing skills
Research
Microsoft Office

Full Job Description

Reference number

req136

Occupation

Curation

Work type

Contract / Temporary

Location

Sydney City

Salary Information

From AUD $92,632.00 to $102,936.00 per year

Closing date

11 September 2026 at 10:00am

Assistant Research Curator

Help uncover and share the stories that shape NSW. As an Assistant Research Curator, you’ll explore and research our collections and places, uncover and share new stories, and identify opportunities for exhibitions and public programs that inspire curiosity and connect people with the history, collections and archives of Museums of History NSW.

What the opportunity is:

Employment with Museums of History NSW.
Assistant Curator Grade 2. Remuneration package includes salary ($92,632 - $102,936), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
Temporary full-time employment for a period up to 2 years.

What we do

Museums of History NSW brings together a portfolio of iconic museums, rich collections and heritage sites, the nation’s oldest archive collection, vital recordkeeping services and expert staff.

We bring history to life by sharing the stories of our places and collections. Through the State Archives Collection, we manage NSW’s official documentary heritage, supporting government transparency and the public’s right to access information.

These two roles do not just sit side by side – they inform and enrich each other. By preserving and making accessible our places, collections and archives, we create opportunities for people to explore the past and better understand their own place in the world. By supporting lifelong learning and inviting people to come together, we promote civic literacy, empathy, wellbeing and belonging.

We believe that history belongs to everyone. This is the promise and the purpose of MHNSW.

Museums of History NSW is a state cultural institution, established under the Museums of History NSW Act 2022. It is an agency of the NSW Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport (DCITHS).

What you'll do with us:

This role provides curatorial research services that contribute to the interpretation, documentation, promotion and development of collections to create informative, compelling and engaging research-based curatorial content that meets the objectives of Museums of History NSW’s strategic and business goals.

For more information on the role, please contact Dr Aaron M. de Souza, Manager, Research via [email protected] or 02 8239 2396.

What you need to do to apply

To apply you will need to submit the following:

A one to two page cover letter outlining how your skills and experiences meet the essential requirements for this role.
A current resume listing two referees, and
Respond to the 2 targeted questions (no more than 300 words per answer). Your responses to the targeted questions should be submitted online during your application and not included in the covering letter.

What you need to tell us - Targeted questions:

1. Tell us about an object-based research project that you’ve worked on that resulted in a public-facing outcome. Outline the data and methodology you used, the public outcome, and how you translated your research into an engaging outcome for your audience.
2. Describe a situation in which you initiated or were part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary research project. Outline the project, the different disciplines involved, and how you contributed to the collaborative outcomes.

Essential requirements of the role:

Tertiary qualifications in history/museums studies/heritage interpretation or related field and experience working in a cultural, museums or heritage environment.
Experience in researching, writing, developing and evaluating innovative and engaging research-based interpretation projects in a cultural, museum or heritage environment.
Familiarity with current research methodologies and approaches, and evidence of their application to public-facing outcomes.
Experience working with a wide range of software applications used to maintain and update information eg, Microsoft Suite, records databases and collections management systems.
Willingness to work across MHNSW sites and ability to travel to multiple locations.

Also note:

For additional resources to help prepare your application and understanding of the process, please refer to Applying for a job.
Our team can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks. If you are a person who requires adjustment and would like to request assistance, please contact [email protected].
For technical support with your application, please contact [email protected].
To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check with NSW Police.

Submit your application before the closing date: 10am Friday 11 September 2026.

Diversity and Flexible Working

We are expert keepers and tellers of history, and its many stories, peoples, and cultures. We want to create a team and workplace that reflects this diversity as well as the diversity in the communities we serve. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better, more inclusive results and connects our people to our communities, to our history, and to each other.

Our vision is to support and empower First Nations people, communities and culture, and across the sites that we care for, we are committed to shifting perspectives, truth telling and delivering honest reflections on history.

We understand that flexibility means different things to different people and are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where and when possible.

If you are a First Nations applicant who would like to have a yarn about the role, or require additional support, please contact Dennis Taylor our Manager First Nations Employment & Engagement on 02 8239 2284 or via [email protected].

Our team can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.

If you are a person who requires adjustment and would like to request assistance, please contact Liz Akerboom on 02 8239 2355 or via [email protected].

For more information, please visit:

Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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