Archival Consultant for Rail Industry Records
2 days ago
About Us
The Science Museum Group is a world-class museum group that inspires futures. We are committed to building a workforce that is open for all and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Our team is passionate about preserving railway records and making them accessible to the public.
We have received funding to recruit an officer to conduct a survey of records of the modern railway industry as held by current rail franchises across England, Wales, and Scotland. The role would lead on a project to work with the RHDAB and the rail industry to identify and survey the records held by rail franchises and make recommendations for designation.
Job Description
Salary: Approximately £35,000 - £40,000 per annumThis is a full-time (35 hours per week) role on a fixed-term contract for one year. Based at the National Railway Museum in York with hybrid working available.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct a physical survey of records held including providing advice, guidance, and recommendations to companies in scope regarding designated records.
- Communicate and advocate for the project to a wide range of stakeholders raising the profile of rail industry archives generally.
- Work closely with the RHDAB and the rail industry to identify and survey the records held by rail franchises and make recommendations for designation.
Requirements
- Relevant experience with archives or records management.
- Awareness or experience of digital archiving, digital preservation, or managing digital archives.
- Ability to build relationships and advocate for the preservation of railway records.
Benefits
- Support with personal and professional development.
- 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Enhanced contributory pension.
- Unmind App and other wellbeing support.
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