To oversee the archival management and curatorial understanding of the photographic collections of the University of Edinburgh, managed as part of its Heritage Collections, to internationally recognised standards. To improve finding aids and contextual information in collaboration with archivists, librarians and curators, and media specialists. To develop relationships with academic and local communities to share and disseminate content and research scope out work required for further understanding these collections and to lay foundations for future activity in this area.
Main responsibilities
- Undertake a survey of photographic material to enable progression of cataloguing and management of the photographic collections in physical or digital formats to international standards such as ISO, and including digital preservation. Structure and disseminate any research findings in catalogue data, systems and in written and verbal form. (30%)
- Development of specialist collections knowledge such as understanding of the history of photographic processes and principles, by working with academic, technical, cultural or community partners to create, manage, teach with and evaluate collections-based collaborative and/or interdisciplinary projects. Manage interns and project staff that result from working with the Research Collections Discovery and Projects Team to develop grants and projects. (30%)
- Conduct collections-based or professional sector research which will further engender a research and collections culture within the Research Collections team and the wider University. (20%)
- Input into the curatorial development of the University’s Heritage Collections including new acquisitions, planning and policy development; working with relevant conservation and collections management staff to ensure that Accreditation standards are upheld in maintaining the security and preservation of the collection while facilitating access for researchers, students, and the public. (10%)
- Monitor professional developments and draw on expertise to represent and promote the University through knowledge and contributions to the heritage, cultural and engagement sector both nationally and internationally. (10%)
This post is full-time (35 hours per week) fixed term contract for 36 months. However, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.
The salary for this post is £41,064 to £48,822 per annum (UE07).
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Postgraduate Degree in field of Archival, Library or Museum Management.
- Experience of managing photographic collections to internationally recognised standards.
- Ability to apply relevant knowledge, skills and techniques in research, discussion and dissemination.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to form and cultivate strong relationships with people from a wide variety of backgrounds based on credibility, trust and mutual respect.
- Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex topics simply and compellingly to non-specialist audiences.
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