Digital Preservation Specialist

1 day ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Digital Preservation Coalition Full time
Vacancy for Manuscripts Curator (Discovery and Access)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Archivist to join our Archives and Manuscript Collections team in the Library's Collections, Access and Research Department. The team is responsible for archival collections in the Library dating from the 9th century to the present day and works closely with colleagues across the Library to promote, preserve, research, and manage the archives and manuscript collections.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop the discoverability of the collections through the Library's catalogue system
  • Build capacity within the team for the ongoing collection and management of born-digital materials
  • Work closely with colleagues to promote, preserve, research, and manage the archives and manuscript collections

What We Offer

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a vast and diverse collection of archives and manuscripts. You will also have access to training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a generous annual leave policy.

Our Values

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from people who belong to marginalised communities, particularly people of colour, those from a working class background, disabled and LGBTQ+ people.



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