Are you passionate about photography, history, and uncovering stories hidden in collections? Do you already have experience of cataloguing or working in a research environment? This is your chance to play a key part in bringing one of Scotland’s most remarkable photographic collections to life.
We have a rare opportunity to join our Collection & Research team to support the cataloguing of The Annan Collection. This is an extraordinary archive spanning over 150 years of photographic history.
We’re looking for someone who brings strong organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and confidence using digital tools to record and manage information accurately. You’ll be a clear communicator who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team, while also taking initiative when working independently.
You’ll have a qualification in art history, the history of photography, or demonstrable knowledge of a subject area relevant to The Annan Collection, along with some experience of cataloguing or working in a research environment, which can come from any background.
You’ll be at the heart of a major project to create catalogue records and support the digitisation of the collection objects. This will give you the chance to build on your current research skills and grow your knowledge of photography collections. You’ll develop detailed insight of the photographs, negatives, archive documents, camera equipment and ephemera held in the collection.
Importantly you will facilitate access to the collection for internal colleagues and external individuals and groups to help make the collection accessible to a wide public audience. Additionally, you will help work towards a public display of the material from The Annan Collection.
Cataloguing Assistant (The Annan Collection)
National Galleries Scotland, Edinburgh
Full -time and Fixed Term (22 months from January 2026 )
Salary £27,363 - £28,491 per annum (pay award pending)
Application Deadline: 12 noon, 21 November 2025
See the full details and apply here: https://ngs.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/338/Cataloguing-Assistant-The-Annan-Collection
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