Heritage Preservation Specialist
11 hours ago
Role Overview:
The Digital Preservation Coalition is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Heritage Preservation Specialist to join their team. This exciting opportunity will involve working on a Collaborative Doctoral Partnership project titled 'Informing our Heritage Future(s): Preserving our Digital Past(s)'.
Key Responsibilities:
- To explore the challenges facing the heritage sector in capturing, selecting, and archiving digital data sets for future accessibility and interoperability.
- To develop and implement effective solutions for preserving digital heritage data using new technologies such as laser scanning and LIDAR.
- To work closely with stakeholders to ensure that digital data management systems are aligned with the Heritage Information Access Strategy (HIAS).
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum
Job Description:
This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project that combines heritage preservation, digital data management, and collaborative research. The successful candidate will be based at the University of York and Historic England, with opportunities to work with a wide range of stakeholders across the UK.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- PhD or MSc in a relevant field such as digital heritage, cultural heritage preservation, or computer science.
- Strong understanding of digital data management principles and practices.
- Experience with new technologies such as laser scanning and LIDAR.
Benefits:
- A competitive salary of £25,000 - £30,000 per annum.
- The opportunity to work on a high-profile project with significant impact on the heritage sector.
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
Others:
The Digital Preservation Coalition is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
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