Advertised from 3 February 2026

Role

The National Centre for Music (NCM) are seeking an experienced research consultant to uncover and tell the history of the former Royal High School as they take on the operation of the iconic building at the foot of Carlton Hill. This role is made possible through the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund who are funding an Activity Plan that will engage local communities, stakeholders, partners and audiences in the significant heritage story and destination of the former Royal High School. 

Our Research Consultant will scope and manage research projects that will enable the NCM staff, consultants and audiences to understand the full history of the former Royal High School. Research areas of interest include 

• The history of the building
• The history of the former Royal High School (including its founding values)
• The stories of the pupils and staff of the former Royal High School (focusing on well-known alumni)
• The stories relating to the objects held at The Royal High School, Barnton

Our Research Consultant will establish a group of volunteers and/or community partners to help undertake this important research, and work with other members of the team to find ways of expressing this history to our audiences.

Application notes

If you would like more information about this role, please download our recruitment pack through our website https://www.rhspt.org/news/recruiting-national-lottery-heritage-fund-supports-new-roles-national-centre-music. If you would like to speak to a member of our team prior to application, please get in touch to arrange a chat by emailing hello@ncmscotland.org.uk.