Digital Preservation Specialist

7 days ago


Boston Spa, United Kingdom Digital Preservation Coalition Full time
Job Overview

The Digital Collections Conservator position is an exciting opportunity to support the preservation of digital collections for current and future users.

This role involves working with colleagues to develop preservation plans and ingest collections into the long-term digital repository and Minimum Preservation Tool environment.

Candidates should have experience managing and preserving digital collections, as well as a practical knowledge of digital preservation risks, challenges, and solutions.

Estimated Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum

About the Role

In this role, you will contribute to the development and promotion of best practice for digital preservation within the Digital Preservation Coalition.

You will also support colleagues in implementing the digital elements of the Collection Management Strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in digital lifecycle management and preservation requirements.

  • Developing preservation plans and ingesting collections into the long-term digital repository and Minimum Preservation Tool environment
  • Contributing to the development and promotion of best practice for digital preservation within the Digital Preservation Coalition
  • Supporting colleagues in implementing the digital elements of the Collection Management Strategy
  • Developing a deeper understanding of digital lifecycle management and preservation requirements
Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Experience in managing and preserving digital collections
  • A practical knowledge of digital preservation risks, challenges, and solutions
  • Strong writing, analytical, and time-management skills
  • The ability to work independently and communicate effectively with senior colleagues and others outside of the immediate team environment


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