Project Conservators x 2 - Fixed Term Appointment for 6 months with possibility of extension
About us: Imagine a world without archives: without records, we could not trace our ancestry, hold government and institutions to account or carry out pioneering academic research. Archives matter and at The National Archives we are always seeking new ways to broaden, enable and enhance access to the 11 million records we hold in our collections and to advance their preservation. One such way through which we achieve this is the mass digitisation of our collections in conjunction with commercial partners in genealogy and academic publishing. About the role: Digitisation projects are a key part of The National Archives' business, access and preservation strategies. They involve multiple departments working interdependently to bring a project together, and allow us to build valuable partnerships with external clients and companies. Working as a Project Conservator within the Collection Care Department, you will join a dedicated team of conservators responsible for assessing and preparing records for digitisation. The role has direct impact on the ability of the organisation to deliver large scale digitisation projects, many of which have strong commercial benefits. Maintaining the balance between preservation needs of the collection and commercial aspects of the project is crucial. You will play a vital part in facilitating the smooth running of these projects, ensuring timely delivery, while upholding the professional reputation of TNA. About you: You will have a keen eye for detail and have an ability to work both individually and as part of a team. You should have a good understanding of basic conservation processes and knowledge of current conservation practice and ethical standards. You will have strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise work while under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines and targets. With the need for cross-departmental working, you will also have strong verbal and written communication skills. Join us here in beautiful Kew near Richmond, just 10 minutes' walk from the Overground and Underground stations, and help create a modern national archive that makes our history even more accessible. In return, you'll receive a great Civil Service benefits package that includes flexible working, pension, childcare vouchers, access to sports facilities and opportunities for training and development. CLOSING DATE 15TH April at midnight FOR FULL DETAILS AND TO APPLY PLEASE GO TO: https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=1579391 Kind Regards Julie Runicles Recruitment & Apprenticeships Manager +44 020 8392 5359 Please don't print this e-mail unless you really need to. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- National Archives Disclaimer This email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual(s) to whom they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient and have received this email in error, please notify the sender and delete the email. Opinions, conclusions and other information in this message and attachments that do not relate to the official business of The National Archives are neither given nor endorsed by it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to consdistlist-le...@cool.conservation-us.org Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
