Assistant Archivist (CSLIB1182)

Are you a professional archivist with a commitment to collections access and discoverability? Do you have an eye for detail and an ability to apply standards to clean catalogue data? Can you make a positive contribution to our team and our collections?

As an Assistant Archivist, you will ensure that our collections are professionally processed and accessible to customers both in our research centre and remotely. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure that collections effectively support teaching and research within the University, and exhibitions and other public outreach. You will also contribute to the development and improvement of Special Collections and Library activities and services. The Library holds the Customer Service Excellence award, and you will help maintain high standards for all of our customers.

You will join Special Collections and Galleries with responsibility for completing the amalgamation of the University’s Central Record Office Collection with the University Archive. You will implement appraisal schemes and create (ISAD(G)) compliant finding aids in the Special Collections collection management system. You will work to improve the discoverability of the Central Record Office material through the University Archive catalogue.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Jen Zwierink, Archivist

Tel: 0113 343 6377 

Email: j.m.zwierink@leeds.ac.uk

Further information about the Library http://library.leeds.ac.uk/

Closing Date: 04 Jan 2019
Category: Administrative and Clerical Support