The
The Rijksmuseum is the Netherlands' national museum of art and history, with a
collection of over 1 million items from and about the Netherlands dating from the
From the Middle Ages through the 20th century. We are at the heart of society, that
is reflected, for example, in our partners and exhibitions, but
also because we want to collect from multiple perspectives and the collection
highlight. We strive for diversity in our teams to achieve this.
The Collections Department is looking for
for the Prentenkabinet Online project:
3 Cataloging Project Staff (M/F/X) for the Print Art Subcollections
and/or photography
Amsterdam, 32 hours per week
The position
The main objective of the project is to clear the backlog in registrations
to the extensive collection of the Rijksprentenkabinet. In addition, it aims to
With this project, the Rijksmuseum is expanding its collection of prints, drawings, and photographs from the
Making the National Print Room more accessible to the general public. After registration
the collections are being digitized and made available online via the Rijksstudio website
made available.
The work of the cataloging project assistant mainly consists of
systematically entering, checking, improving, and completing the
basic information about various subcollections based on the original
objects. The project assistant’s responsibilities also include the substantive
enriching the basic data with subject-based access (iconographic and/or
(historical associations) and documentation. The subcollections are diverse in
in nature and include, among other things, portraits (particularly old prints) and modern prints
and photos. Depending on the subcollection, the project assistant is expected to
We expect to produce 20 to 40 items per 8-hour workday. The project team consists of 12 employees, and the work takes place in
Amsterdam.
We ask
- Academic education
- Demonstrable knowledge of and
- Demonstrable knowledge of
- Experience with handling
- Experience with automated
- Excellent (online)
- Excellent command of the
- Consistent, accurate, and fast
History/Art History.
experience with printmaking and/or photography.
graphic and/or photographic techniques; knowledge of photomechanical
Knowledge of these techniques is a plus.
art objects.
data processing; experience with Adlib CMS is a plus.
information literacy and computer skills.
Proficiency in Dutch and a working knowledge of English, German, and French.
in data entry.
Terms of Employment
The salary ranges from a minimum of €2,727 to a maximum of €3,489 gross per month
(scale 8), based on a 36-hour workweek, excluding vacation pay and
year-end bonus. The museum collective bargaining agreement applies. The appointment is for a term of
December 2023. We also offer 100% reimbursement of travel expenses for distances of 5 km or more and 100%
Reimbursement if you want to park your bike in a secure bike rack at the station
Once you've completed your probationary period, you can apply for a Museum Pass,
which gives you unlimited access to up to 450 museums in the Netherlands. Finally, go
You’ll work in an inspiring, unique work environment, where you’ll regularly
can visit the museum (+1 free guest).
Information
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Marieke van
den Boogaard, Jr., HR Advisor, at 0649577714 or via werken@rijksmuseum.nl. For questions regarding the
To apply for this position, please contact Merel van Erp at m.van.erp@rijksmuseum.nl.
Job Applications
Please submit your complete application by Friday, June 24, 2022
via the application form on our website. This means
a resume and cover letter.
After you submit your application, we will ask you to fill out a questionnaire; this is part
of the selection process. The interviews will take place on July 11 or 12.
A skills test is also part of the application process.
Sales calls are not appreciated.
