The Germanisches Nationalmuseum (GNM) is the largest museum of cultural history in the German-speaking region. With a total of about 1.4 million objects, the museum offers visitors an amazing collection of items. And there is a lot more to discover: We are also a research institution of the Leibniz Association, restoration institute, archive, library and dynamic venue in the city of Nuremberg. We employ more than 250 people in various areas.

At our Institut für Kunsttechnik und Konservierung (IKK) we offer an inspiring work environment in one of the largest and technically most advanced institutions of its kind in Germany. In the studios of the institute our restorers are not only entrusted with the material conservation but also with the technical examination of objects in the collection. Would you like to be a part of the Institute within a modern studio environment in an interdisciplinary context? Then come and join our team – starting on 15 May 2026 – as:

Conservator (m/f/d) of musical instruments

Your role:

Manage our collection of musical instruments with respect to conservation, especially regarding the future redesign of our permanent exhibition
Plan and carry out different conservation and restoration measures
Support collection and storage work, special exhibitions and loan transactions
Guide and supervise interns
Conduct subject-related guided tours
Provide support to external researchers as major point of contact

Your profile:

Degree in conservation/restoration, ideally with a focus on the conservation of musical instruments
Strong knowledge and proven track record in the conservation and restoration of musical instruments
Self-reliant and committed working style along with the willingness to work as part of a team and to take on cross-departmental tasks
Experience with the various restoration activities in a museum advantageous
Solid IT skills (familiarity with MS Office and digital image processing is required) and the willingness to learn how to use our database systems
Good/very good German language skills both spoken and written desirable; a good command of English required; additional languages beneficial; support with German language courses possible depending on individual level of knowledge

We offer:

A permanent position with all the social benefits of public service and a company pension scheme (VBL) in an interdisciplinary, dynamic and open-minded organization
The opportunity to work in a place full of cultural treasures
An extensive, well-equipped library with approximately 700,000 volumes on the subject of art and cultural history
An attractive location in the heart of downtown Nuremberg
A convenient location of the workplace (located directly at the Opernhaus subway station) and a discounted job ticket for public transport
Meals at employee prices in our museum café
Individual training opportunities
A family-friendly environment with flexible working hours

How to apply:

The Germanisches Nationalmuseum values diversity and therefore welcomes applications from qualified individuals regardless of their ethnic, cultural and social background, gender, religion, belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. Severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration if their qualifications are equivalent.

If you are interested in this role, we are looking forward to your application. Please submit your application with relevant documents until 19 March 2026 via our online system.