Head of Strehlow

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Northern Territory’s premier cultural and scientific institution. It offers a dynamic and diverse arts, science and cultural program to more than 300,000 visitors each year.

We are a museum and gallery known for our collections and expertise in Aboriginal cultures, natural sciences, histories and arts across Northern and Central Australia and our neighbours to the north.

We connect people to the stories of the Northern Territory. Our collection drives curiosity, exploration and partnerships. Our physical spaces are destinations loved by locals and a must-see for Territory visitors. Our digital connectivity expands the reach of our collection. Our guests tell their friends about their distinctive Territorian experience.

MAGNT has seven venues: MAGNT Darwin, the Defence of Darwin Experience, Fannie Bay Gaol, Lyons Cottage, Strehlow Research Centre, Megafauna Central and the Alcoota Scientific Reserve.About the role

The Head of Strehlow Research Centre provides strategic leadership for one of Australia’s most significant Aboriginal cultural heritage collections. The role leads the Centre’s operations, team and programs while building strong relationships with Custodians, Elders and communities to support culturally appropriate research, collections care and repatriation. Working closely with the SRC Board and MAGNT Executive, the role helps strengthen Aboriginal engagement, cultural governance and partnerships, contributing to MAGNT’s mission of connecting people with the stories, cultures and histories of the Northern Territory.

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Applications close: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm (ACST)