Vacancy for Archivist at the University of Sheffield

Digital Preservation Coalition; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sheffield offers an exciting opportunity for an Archivist passionate about archives. The role involves managing, preserving, and facilitating access to archive collections, with a commitment to enhancing their digital and physical accessibility. Candidates are expected to have a professional background in archives and records management, with a focus on international standards and digital preservation.

Qualifications

• Recognized professional qualification in archives and records management.
• Detailed knowledge and experience of archive metadata creation according to international standards.
• Understanding of archival arrangement and description principles.

Responsibilities

• Support the care, management, and preservation of archive collections.
• Facilitate use of collections by the public and researchers.
• Develop archives in line with best practices and recognized standards.

Skills

Archive metadata creation

Archival arrangement

Digital preservation advocacy

Education

Professional qualification in archives and records management

Job description

Vacancy for Archivist at the University of Sheffield

9 January 2023

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Grade 6, £28,762 - £33,314 per annum. Potential to progress to £36,386 per annum.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Are you interested in working for a world top 100 University? We have an exciting opportunity in the University Library for someone passionate about archives. The role involves supporting all aspects of the care, management, and preservation of our archive collections, and facilitating their use by the public and researchers.

You will play a key role in developing our archives in line with best practices and recognized standards. This role supports the Library's mission to enable our University to access and utilize the information universe for knowledge creation, application, and communication, especially through Special Collections, Heritage, and Archives. Our aims include increasing the cultural impact and engagement of our collections and enhancing their digital and physical accessibility.

We seek candidates with a recognized professional qualification in archives and records management, with detailed knowledge and experience of archive metadata creation according to international standards, and an understanding of archival arrangement and description principles. The ability to advocate for and develop the digital preservation offer for SCHA is also essential.

We are committed to providing flexible working arrangements, including hybrid models where employees can choose when, where, and how to work.

These posts are advertised on the University recruitment web pages. If you experience any technical issues submitting an application, please contact: [e-mail].

For further queries, please contact the Library HR Section.