Heritage Science Lab Lead

British Film Institute (BFI); Dacorum; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

BFI pension scheme with 5% employer contribution

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Complimentary tickets to BFI screenings

Free BFI Player subscription

Discount on BFI merchandise and tickets

Job summary

An iconic film organization is seeking a Heritage Science Manager to lead its Moving Image Conservation Research Laboratory. This role includes managing technical aspects, developing relationships across the film industry, and ensuring best practices in conservation. Ideal candidates will have a postgraduate degree in heritage science and substantial research lab experience. The position offers competitive benefits and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience working within a research lab, centre, or facility.
• Demonstrable experience operating one or more advanced imaging techniques.
• Experience generating and interpreting research data, creating reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the BFI National Archive’s Moving Image Conservation Research Laboratory.
• Manage RICHeS grant budget, ensuring compliance with financial procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and industry peers.
• Coach colleagues in conservation policies and procedures.
• Act as an ambassador for the BFI.

Skills

Postgraduate degree in heritage science or related area

Experience in a research lab or facility

Experience operating XRF

Experience operating FTIR spectroscopy

Experience operating NMR

Experience operating Microfade testing

Experience operating Dynamic Mechanical Analysis

Education

Postgraduate degree in heritage science or related area

Job description

An iconic film organization is seeking a Heritage Science Manager to lead its Moving Image Conservation Research Laboratory. This role includes managing technical aspects, developing relationships across the film industry, and ensuring best practices in conservation. Ideal candidates will have a postgraduate degree in heritage science and substantial research lab experience. The position offers competitive benefits and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workforce.