Digital Archives Assistant

2 weeks ago


University of York, United Kingdom University of York Full time

**Department**:
The Archaeology Data Service (ADS) is a world-leading digital repository which provides digital data archiving services for UK archaeology. We are a recognised component of UKRI’s research infrastructure and hold the CoreTrustSeal. We are based in the University of York but work closely with external partners, both in Higher Education and in the public and commercial archaeological sectors. In addition to our internal bespoke systems that underpin the workflows of our digital preservation activity, the ADS also hosts public-facing services to facilitate the collection of digital material. These include ADS-easy for online deposition of files, and OASIS, a system for the recording of fieldwork events in the UK, hosted on behalf of national heritage agencies. The ADS is located within the Department of Archaeology in the medieval King’s Manor building in central York. The successful applicant will be a member of staff at the University of York, including a pension scheme and a wide range of Employee benefits. The ADS also implements a flexible working policy with hybrid working available.

**Role**:
The role of Digital Archives Assistant is an entry-level position to ADS to help develop the next generation of skilled digital archivists. The main purpose of the role is to carry out routine, established administrative and IT processes in order to facilitate the smooth running of the ADS and support the Digital Archivists. The post-holder will be line-managed by the ADS Collections Development Manager. This position is aimed at either someone who is at an early stage of their career. It is envisaged as a fixed term trainee role, normally for 3 years. It is anticipated that the post-holder will spend much of their time focussed on the archiving of the digital outputs of commercial projects, but there will be opportunities to be involved in ADS research projects.

**Skills, Experience & Qualification needed**:
You should have:

- a general education to include 5 GCSE passes at Grade 4 (C) or above, including Maths and English, or equivalent educational qualifications.
- working knowledge of common proprietary and open-source computer software.
- an ability to work on your own initiative, with appropriate guidance/direction.
- good accuracy and attention to detail and be able to complete tasks to a specified standard.
- the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.

Interview date: To be confirmed

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