Leader of Antiquarian department for the
Museum of Copenhagen
The Museum of Copenhagen aims to become a known and respected source for the capital's past and a
relevant platform and resource for the citizens’ voice on the city of Copenhagen’s present quality of life and
its future choices.
The Museum of Copenhagen has the antiquarian responsibility for Copenhagen and Frederiksberg
municipalities.
The Museum of Copenhagen seeks a department leader for archaeology and cultural environment /
antiquarian department
The Antiquarian department comprises all the archaeology and cultural environment work within the Museum
of Copenhagen. The previous leader of this department starts a new position from August 1st, and we seek
the successor as soon as possible.
The museum has in recent years undergone many important changes and has thus developed significantly –
this is especially due to the archaeological excavations for the new Metro Cityring construction.
The antiquarian department has now - temporarily – circa 65 employees, organised in a number of smaller
units with their own middle managers. There are already developed methodologies, standards and
procedures for excavations, documentation and archaeological finds. A major focus for the coming year's
work will be to develop and formulate the rich material into research projects.
The leader of the antiquarian department will be part of the leader group managing a young, internationally
diverse workforce, with professional and personal development opportunities.
The leader of the antiquarian department shall - in close cooperation with other units and other
leaders in the museum  lead a department that comprises the museums’ antiquarian tasks and responsibilities - from
archaeological sites of all periods of the history of Copenhagen to documentation and advice regarding
cultural environment in the planning stage
 develop, initiate, direct and coordinate the research and publication plan for the archaeology, starting with
the important studies in recent years - from the completed excavations of St. Clements Cemetery and
Assistens Cemetery, and the on-going excavations at Kongens Nytorv and Rådhuspladsen to the upcoming
excavation at Gammel Strand – It will also include on-going investigations which the museum undertakes as
part of Danish Museum law Chapter 8 work
 develop, consult and advise authorities and contractors around the investigation, documentation and
preservation of heritage and cultural environments. This will be undertaken by the museum in a qualified
manner, contributing as part of the public debate about Copenhagen as a historical and contemporary city,
using the museum's knowledge of the antiquarian field in the proceedings
 prepare work plans and manage resources in the antiquarian department
 participate actively in the strategic development of the museum as a whole
Qualifications:
 PhD or equivalent documented qualifications with international publications in archaeology, history,
ethnology or similar subjects
 the desire and interest in joining the museum's multi-faceted workplace
 proven managerial responsibility with significant budgetary and personnel responsibilities in a museum or
a similar collaborative project
 proven experience in the leading, planning and organising large and complex projects, working with many
associates and under tight schedules within multi-faceted institutions
 ability for analytical and strategic thinking
 communication and collaboration skills both internally and externally and the ability to maintain cooperative
relationships with very different partners
Wages and employment are under the current agreement with the Municipality of Copenhagen and the
principles of “New Salary”. Copenhagen sees diversity as a resource and appreciate that employees each
contribute their particular background, personality and abilities.
The start date is as soon as possible. Questions should be addressed to museum director Jette Sandahl,
+45 2721 1643
Application deadline: 5th September 2011. 12pm local time.
Applications should be submitted electronically titled "antiquarian leader" to jetsan@kff.kk.dk
Any attachments to be submitted in hard-copy can be sent to the Copenhagen Museum, attn. Jette Sandahl,
Absalonsgade 3, 1658 Copenhagen V