Institutional Archivist (Archives & Special Collections)

Dublin City University; Dublin; On-site; EUR 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Dublin City University is seeking an Institutional Archivist (Archives & Special Collections) on a 1.5 year fixed term contract to manage the University’s Institutional Archive, oversee transfers and storage, and support digitisation and preservation efforts.

The role involves cataloguing, finding aids, collection surveys, and close collaboration with the A&SC team to steward rare and heritage materials in physical and digital formats. Closing date: 15 October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Manage the University’s Institutional Archive, including re-boxing and physical transfer logistics.
• Catalogue archival collections and produce finding aids.
• Identify and survey potential collections for archival treatment.
• Collaborate on digitisation efforts and digital collections initiatives.
• Advise on standards for conservation and preservation of print and multimedia resources.

Job description

Position #003495 Institutional Archivist (Archives & Special Collections), 1.5 Year Fixed Term Contract

Role Profile

The successful candidate will join the A&SC Department. They will have responsibility for managing the University’s Institutional Archive, specifically: arranging for the logistics of transfer and storage of archival and related collections (including re-boxing and physical transfer); prioritising the selection of collections for archival treatment; listing, arranging and cataloguing archival collections; producing finding aids; identifying and surveying potential collections; collaborating in the identification of digital collections; engaging in the implementation of digitisation processes; and advising on standards and practices for the conservation and preservation of print and multi-media resources. The successful candidate will work closely with the A&SC team who have responsibility for managing DCU Library’s rare, historic and heritage research holdings in both physical and digital formats.

Salary Scale

Assistant Librarian 1: €49,048 - €66,754. Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.

Closing Date

Thursday, 15th October 2026

Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:

Mr David Meehan, Associate Librarian, Archives & Special Collections Department, Dublin City University.

Email: [e-mail]

Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.

In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.

The University’s Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs

Contact Email : [e-mail] Contact No : +00353 1 700 5149