Project Archivist (Cambridge History of Innovation Project) (Fixed Term) Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
Working with the Principle Investigators, Dr Katrina Dean (Cambridge University Library) and Dr Shailendra Vyakarnam, and an Advisory Group consisting of members of the Cambridge innovation community, researchers, archivists and curators, we are seeking a Project Archivist to carry out research and undertake an archive survey of Cambridge technology innovation archives, document the findings including the results of archive appraisals and produce a scoping study recommending collection development and resource implications.
We are seeking candidates with experience of research using contemporary archives, and experience working in an archive or research environment, advanced research and analytical skills, excellent communications skills, and an interest in or knowledge of post-War and contemporary science, technology, and innovation.
Ideally, you may also have experience of undertaking an archive survey or familiarity with archive survey methods, curating contemporary archives and familiarity with archive cataloguing standards. You will have an undergraduate degree and may possess a postgraduate degree in a relevant field for example archives and records management, history of science, science and technology studies or business and innovation studies.
This role is for 1 year in the first instance supported by a Higher Education Innovation Fund grant.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BAME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our institution.
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If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Dr Katrina Dean, Keeper of Archives and Modern Manuscripts at [email protected]
The closing date for applications is 18th August 2023.
The interview date for the role is 31st August 2023 (TBC).
Please quote reference VE37626 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
