Assistant Curator (OG-2) -SBP, Karachi

State Bank of Pakistan, Karachi                                                              Qualification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree (16 years of education), in Archaeology or Museology from HEC recognized institutions or from a reputable foreign University

Experience:

• Minimum 08 Years’ post qualification relevant experience in museum or related organization.                   

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Candidates must possess following knowledge and skills:  Comprehensive knowledge of numismatics and ancient scripts.
• Familiarity with photogrammetry, AR/VR applications, and microscopic analysis techniques. Proficiency in the conservation and treatment of ancient coins, with skills in handling fragile artifacts.
• Knowledge of preventive conservation methods for storage, display, and environmental control.
• Ability to organize own workload. Manage museum collection in reserves and exhibit areas including space planning and proper housing to ensure long-term preservation by following ICOM standards. Identify artifacts for acquisitions and loaning of collection for museum. Trace the provenance of museum artifacts applying best practices for authenticating, evaluating, and categorizing them.
• Identify conservation and preservation need of museum collection according to UNESCO’s guidelines.
• Document technical data (physical properties, production technology, and historical context) of museum artifacts.
• Conduct research on museum collections, specifically focusing on ancient coins to determine their historical importance.
• Prepare and display descriptive labels of artifacts in the Museum.
• Identify and assist Acquisition Committee to acquire artifact.
• Carry out or commission research on issues related to the museum and cultural heritage to ensure that the museum is applying right tools and practices in line with the latest research.
• Develop close working relationships with other key functions in the organization.