Algorithmic Archive Research Officer: Curatorial & Technical

Digital Preservation Coalition; Town of Oxford; Hybrid; CAD 67,058 - 82,395; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days of annual leave

Childcare services

Family leave schemes

Discounted bus travel

Season Ticket travel loans

Job summary

A leading library organization is looking for two full-time Research Officers for their Algorithmic Archive Project. The Curatorial & Policy Research Officer will focus on the documentation of social media and algorithmic data, while the Technical Research Officer will handle software development and configuration. Both roles require excellent communication skills and a passion for archiving contemporary life. The salary ranges from £36,024 to £44,263 per annum, along with generous benefits including 38 days of annual leave and family-friendly policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent IT literacy and capacity for new technologies.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical contexts for archiving.
• Substantial experience in software configuration and development.

Responsibilities

• Communicate passion for documenting contemporary life.
• Design and deliver project investigations.
• Contribute to professional networks for sustainable community standards.

Skills

Knowledge of social media platforms

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Experience in curatorial or collections work

Expertise in software development

Job description

A leading library organization is looking for two full-time Research Officers for their Algorithmic Archive Project. The Curatorial & Policy Research Officer will focus on the documentation of social media and algorithmic data, while the Technical Research Officer will handle software development and configuration. Both roles require excellent communication skills and a passion for archiving contemporary life. The salary ranges from £36,024 to £44,263 per annum, along with generous benefits including 38 days of annual leave and family-friendly policies.