University of Sydney Recruiting Curator for Tracey Moffatt Archive — Chau Chak Wing Museum
Curatorial opportunity in Australian contemporary art
The University of Sydney is recruiting a **Curator, Tracey Moffatt Archive** to work with the Chau Chak Wing Museum on its Camperdown campus in Sydney. The role is a full-time, three-year fixed-term professional appointment. The curator will lead the care, development and research access for an important archive associated with the internationally recognised Australian artist and filmmaker Tracey Moffatt.
Archive management and digital access
The position oversees collection management, cataloguing, digitisation, documentation, conservation coordination and arrangements that allow researchers and scholars to access the materials. It also contributes to exhibition planning, interpretive writing and projects that increase public understanding of the collection. The role demands both detailed archival stewardship and the ability to organise complex initiatives across different museum teams.
Research and culturally responsible practice
The appointed curator is expected to contribute to scholarship, the interpretation of artworks and collection records, and partnerships with researchers and other institutions. The employer emphasises ethical care of culturally sensitive materials, cultural protocols and clear communication with stakeholders. The archive includes photography, moving-image work and supporting materials connected with Moffatt's creative practice.
Professional requirements
Applicants should have demonstrated curatorial experience in museum or archives research, collections care and interpretation, alongside strong organisational and project management skills. They must be able to coordinate digitisation and conservation workflows, manage competing deadlines and collaborate effectively with curatorial, research and technical colleagues. Experience working sensitively with culturally significant art collections is important.
Employment, salary and Australian work rights
The university lists a **base salary of approximately A$117,000 per year**, plus **17% employer superannuation**, for a full-time three-year fixed-term position. Applicants must already have unrestricted permission to work in Australia **throughout the entire appointment**. The employer explicitly states that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. A background and pre-employment screening process applies.
Application deadline and documents
The official University of Sydney application page gives a deadline of **Sunday 15 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Sydney time**. Apply through the university's external Workday portal, submitting a cover letter, CV and any requested supporting information. Internal university staff must use the appropriate internal system. Questions about the role or reasonable adjustments can be directed to the recruitment team using the contact details supplied by the university.
About the museum and artist
Chau Chak Wing Museum is the University of Sydney's interdisciplinary museum connecting art, antiquities, natural history and collections research. Tracey Moffatt is a leading Australian visual artist known for staged photographic series, film and video work. The museum has received a significant collection and archive relating to her artistic practice.
Official employer application
University of Sydney's original Curator, Tracey Moffatt Archive job listing and Apply button: https://usyd.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/en-GB/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Camperdown-Campus/Curator--Tracey-Moffatt-Archive_0156949-1
University museum overview and collection exhibition: https://www.sydney.edu.au/museum/whats-on/exhibitions/tracey-moffatt-sorted.html
Important notice
This is an independent edited summary of an external professional vacancy. Confirm the university's current vacancy status, exact salary, experience criteria, employment screening, visa limitations and deadline before submitting an application. The employer's official recruitment information takes priority over this article. Reviewed 11 November 2026.