Documentation Project Manager (Archivist)

National Museums; Cambridge; Presencial; GBP 38.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Employee benefits

Descripción de la vacante

National Museums in Cambridge is seeking a Documentation Project Manager to lead the backlog archival work, develop ISAD(G) compliant cataloguing, and explore integration with ArchiveSearch and Axiell platforms. The role supports collaboration with Cambridge University Library and Archives and requires strong independent decision-making and team skills.

The position offers a supportive environment, generous holiday allowance, pension and employee benefits within the University context.

Formación

• Experience with ISAD(G) standards and archival classification.
• Proficiency in Archive systems (ArchiveSearch) and digitisation.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with ability to work independently.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and catalogue backlog archival materials.
• Coordinate digitisation and ISAD(G) compliant cataloguing.
• Develop procedures compatible with Axiell Collections system.
• Advise on retention or disposal of records using data protection knowledge.
• Collaborate with Cambridge University Library and Archives ArchiveSearch.
• Work independently and with the team, and contribute to the sprint project.

Conocimientos

ISAD (G) knowledge

Archive systems (ArchiveSearch)

Interpersonal skills

Independent decision-making

Team working

Herramientas

ArchiveSearch

Axiell Collections

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a Documentation Project Manager to manage, catalogue and where appropriate, digitise priority backlog areas of the Museum's archival collections as part of a wider Collections Documentation Sprint Project. The role holder will develop and implement an ISAD (G) compliant cataloguing procedure compatible with the newly upgraded Axiell Collections management system, and explore deeper collaboration and integration with the Cambridge University Library and Archives (CULA) ArchiveSearch platform.

The successful candidate will be adept at using Archive systems (e.g. ArchiveSearch) and understanding of classification and format standards (ISAD (G)) and will be able to advise appropriately regarding retention or disposal of records using their data protection knowledge. They will be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and team working skills, paired with the ability to work independently and make decisions.

In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment both within the Museum and the wider University, a generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits.

You will be based at the Fitzwilliam Museum, which is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region. Founded in 1816, the museum welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year and houses over half a million works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia. You will also work with the Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI), which is one of the world's leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As colleagues from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds are currently under-represented within our workforce, we particularly welcome applications from candidates from these communities. We believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences makes us a stronger and more effective organisation.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Interviews for the role will be held on 7th December 2026

Please quote reference DA51661 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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