Jobs, Internships & Fellowships Digest: March 6, 2017

  1. Conservator, NYC Department of Records
  2. Conservator: Organics, The British Museum
  3. Book/Paper Conservator, Oxford Conservation Consortium
  4. Conservation and Design Officer, Cambridge City Council
  5. Marie A. Quinlan Director of Preservation, Northwestern University Libraries
  6. Five Monuments Conservation Technician Internship, Central Park Conservancy
  7. Associate Conservator for Paper and Photographs, University of Washington
  8. Two Objects and Paintings Conservation Fellowship, The Brooklyn Museum
  9. Two Conservator Positions for Objects and Sculpture, Sf Art Conservation
  10. Textile Conservator, May Berkouwer Textile Conservation
  11. Senior Lecturer in Objects Conservation, University of Gothenburg
  12. Program Associate, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
  13. Digital Scholarship Project Manager, Yale University Library
  14. Collection Care Specialist, The Church of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints,
  15. Digital Scholarship Project Manager, Yale University Library

1. CONSERVATOR, NYC Department of Records (New York City, NY, USA)

  • Application deadline: March 7, 2017
  • Job ID 281610

The Municipal Archives Division is seeking a conservator to help preserve an important collection of 19th and early 20th-century maps pertaining to Brooklyn.  Under supervision, the conservator will perform the following specialized conservation/preservation tasks:  surface cleaning with appropriate materials, minor paper consolidation, adhesive tape removal, and the preparation of archival enclosures for rehousing.  All preservation work must be in accordance with the American Institute for Conservation’s Code of Ethics.  The conservator will also track treatments performed in a database.  The tasks will be performed in the Conservation Laboratory of the Municipal Archives at 31 Chambers Street.  This job may include lifting and moving heavy cartons and books to and from shelving locations.  This is a temporary grant funded position.

Minimal requirements:

  1. A Master’s degree from an accredited college in Library Science, Archival Science, American History, Political Science, or a related area; or
  2. A baccalaureate degree form an accredited college and one year full-time professional experience in archival, records management or library work; or
  3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have the baccalaureate degree from an accredited college.

Preferred skills:

  • Formal training in paper conservation;
  • Work experience in a conservation/preservation laboratory of a cultural institution with paper-based collections.
  • Experience with MS Access software including the ability to create and manage the application

Residency Requirement:
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

No e-mails, phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.

Note: only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to office of management and budget (OMB) approval.

For more details and to apply, go to: https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/index_new.html?keyword=271823.


2. CONSERVATOR: ORGANICS, The British Museum (London, UK)

  • Application Deadline: March 16, 2017
  • Interviews: April 10 or 11, 2017
  • Part time: 3 days per week (21.6 hours per week)
  • Fixed Term: 14 months in duration from July 2017
  • GBP 25,872 per annum pro-rata

The British Museum is seeking a Conservator to care for the collection through a combination of interventive and preventive measures in support of the Museum’s operating plan and to participate in public outreach activities of the Conservation department.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the conservation of collections made of organic materials, specifically easel paintings and painted & decorative surfaces. The post-holder will prepare objects for loans, exhibitions, permanent displays and storage, whilst also contributing to the department’s outreach activities through public speaking and publishing.

The successful candidate will possess a recognized professional conservation qualification, with emphasis on the conservation of easel paintings, and post training work experience in the museum and heritage sector. With demonstrable knowledge of conservation theory and ethical decision-making, you will also maintain up-to-date knowledge of contemporary principles and practice in preventive conservation.

We are interested in hearing from individuals who can communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and who are experienced at presenting work publicly. As a creative problem solver and influencer, you will be able to deliver set objectives on time and to budget.

To apply, please visit our website at https://tinyurl.com/44s8nvl.


3. BOOK/PAPER CONSERVATOR, Oxford Conservation Consortium (Oxford, UK)

  • Closing date: March 17, 2017 at 12:00
  • Full time: 32.5 hours per week
  • Salary: full-time annual salary of GBP29,301
  • Reference No. OC17001

Oxford Conservation Consortium (OCC) seeks to recruit two full-time permanent conservators of library and archive materials to work on the special collections of its members. OCC is a small but busy conservation studio providing collection care to 16 members, all colleges of the University of Oxford, with library and archive collections of national importance. The postholders will assist with the assessment of the preservation and conservation needs of OCC members, and the implementation of work programs, including carrying out conservation treatments on a wide range of book/paper objects.

For further particulars and application form, see: www.magd.ox.ac.uk/job-vacancies.


4. CONSERVATION AND DESIGN OFFICER, Cambridge City Council (UK)

  • Closing date: March 23, 2017 at Midday
  • Reference 12551
  • £28,203 – £36,019 pro rata

Cambridge and the greater area are growing and changing fast and we need another historic environment specialist to join the team and help promote our city’s built heritage and ensure that it is considered and protected. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate real enthusiasm for and involvement with the historic environment and has a relevant degree, some related working experience and good IT skills (Adobe an advantage). If you would enjoy working in a lively area as part of a busy Conservation team and can deliver authoritative advice, crisp reports, and efficient procedures we want to hear from you!

For an appointment at the Senior level, significant range and depth of experience must be demonstrated across all aspects of the role. IHBC membership will be an advantage.

This post offers a range of benefits including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discount on rail travel
• Interest free season ticket loans for public transport
• Bicycle and car mileage
• Flexible working practices
• Salary sacrifice childcare voucher scheme

The City Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council are working towards a shared Planning service. The existing post is 2-3 days per week with the City Council. There is a possibility of additional days’ work in the District Council area.

The position is available as a career grade post, where appointment will be made based on your education, experience and skills.

For informal enquiries please contact Christian Brady on +44 01223 457160 or by email: Christian.brady@cambridge.gov.uk.
For further information about the role and to apply, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/hgwzk8w.


5. MARIE A. QUINLAN DIRECTOR OF PRESERVATION, Northwestern University Libraries (Evanston, IL, USA)

  • Application deadline: March 24, 2017
  • Reports to the Associate University Librarian for Collections Strategies

SUMMARY
Northwestern University Libraries seek an experienced, collaborative, and creative Director of Preservation to provide vision and leadership for the preservation and conservation of the Libraries’ collections across formats, facilities, and functional areas. As head of a preservation program that spans the care of general circulating collections and the conservation of rare non-circulating materials, the Director is responsible for ensuring immediate and long-term access to a wide variety of resources in a manner that both safeguards materials and promotes their use. In addition to overseeing the work of the Preservation department, the Director has a vital role in setting overall preservation policy for the Libraries, addressing print and analog formats as well as the preservation of digital assets. A recently renovated conservation lab provides an optimal environment for specialized treatments of distinctive materials, and a planned major building renovation creates further opportunities for the Director to help shape how collections are housed and made available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Administers staff, budgets, services, and operations of the Preservation workgroup, overseeing collections care and conservation, including shelf preparation, binding, reformatting, mass de-acidification, disaster preparedness and recovery, and other preservation functions for circulating and non-circulating materials in all physical formats.
  • Establishes policies, plans workflows, and sets priorities for Preservation, working collaboratively and responsively with Preservation staff, the Associate University Librarian for Collections Strategies, the Director of Distinctive Collections, and other key partners from across the Libraries.
  • Directly supervises 2 FTE managers and coordinates directly and indirectly a total of 11 FTE staff, plus student assistants.
  • Maintains and promotes awareness and understanding of developments and trends in the field of preservation.
  • Participates in and supports outreach and educational initiatives, including overseeing a post-graduate conservation fellowship program.
  • Sets standards and practices for the internal and external exhibition of materials and coordinates lending of materials to other institutions for exhibition.
  • Contributes to the development and advancement of the Libraries’ overall collections strategies by articulating and pursuing a comprehensive approach to the preservation of all library resources, including the preservation of digitized collections and born-digital resources.
  • Serves as a member of the Operations Team, the Leadership Team, and other Libraries and University Committees.
  • Represents the Libraries and the University through conference participation and other activities relevant to the profession and Northwestern.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduate degree in librarianship or related field.
  • Progressively responsible experience in the preservation of library and cultural heritage resources.
  • Expertise in a broad range of preservation standards and practices for materials in all formats.
  • Successful project-management experience, including coordinating work across functional areas and reporting lines, consulting closely with curators and other subject specialists, and incorporating services and expertise from vendors and other external organizations.
  • Capability to manage budgets, staff, and other resources responsibly and in accordance with priorities of the Libraries and University.
  • Record of professional engagement and contribution, such as research, publication, and involvement in pertinent professional and scholarly organizations.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Leadership and management skills necessary to:
    • Encourage, mentor, and support staff; model self-leadership.
    • Use shared leadership to harness the energy, resourcefulness, and creativity of everyone in the organization to build sustainable services and solutions in a continually changing environment.
    • Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and building an organization where staff members continually expand their own capabilities.
    • Solicit, respond appropriately, and act on feedback from others
    • Use vision, understanding, clarity, flexibility, and agility to actively design and manage for the future.
    • Work well with a diverse set of individuals and different work styles.
    • Communicate effectively and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
    • Use systems thinking; focus on the whole.
    • Collaborate across the library, with other university departments, and with other research libraries, partners and organizations.
    • Understand the value of library content and services to the user community, while also ensuring alignment of work with university goals and policies.

COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to work in collaborative team-based environment
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Adaptable, ability to adjust to changing environment
  • Customer-focused

ENVIRONMENT
Northwestern University is a highly selective private university with campuses in Evanston and Chicago, Illinois and in Doha, Qatar. One of the leading private research libraries in the United States, Northwestern University Library serves the educational and information needs of the NU community as well as scholars around the world. Its collection contains more than 5 million volumes, a full array of digital resources, and collections of distinction in Africana, transportation, and 20th-century and contemporary music. Northwestern is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA). See more information about University Libraries at: www.library.northwestern.edu.

TO APPLY
Send PDF-formatted file containing letter of application, resume or vita, and names of three references to the attention of Jan Hayes, Director of Organizational Development, to libsearches@northwestern.edu. Applications received by March 24, 2017 will receive first consideration.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities.


6. FIVE MONUMENTS CONSERVATION TECHNICIAN INTERNSHIP, Central Park Conservancy (New York City, USA)

  • Deadline: March 31, 2017

Central Park Conservancy (CPC) with a grant from The Charles Evans Hughes Memorial Foundation is offering five full-time summer internship positions in outdoor sculpture conservation. CPC is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the maintenance and preservation of Central Park. For more information, visit the Central Park Conservancy website at www.centralparknyc.org.

Monuments conservation technicians (MCT) will be involved in the annual program of examination, documentation, preservation and conservation of the bronze and stone sculpture in Central Park in New York City and select special projects.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicants must be active graduate students or recent masters-level graduates in historic preservation, objects conservation or equivalent.
  • Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the US before applying and for the duration of this placement.
  • Applicants must possess a current United States issued driver’s license or equivalent. They must be physically able to lift 50 lbs. and to wear a respirator for up to 5 hours per day.

The summer conservation program will begin on Monday, June 5 and concludes on Friday, August 11, 2017. Pay is $14 dollars per hour. Interested applicants should respond (preferably via email) with a cover letter and C.V. to:
Matthew C. Reiley, Associate Director of Conservation
Central Park Conservancy
14 E. 60th Street, 8th floor
New York, NY 10022
Cell: +1 347-236-9461
Fax: +1 212-535 0448
Email: mreiley@centralparknyc.org

IMPORTANT: Applicants must include “2017 MCT Program” in the subject line of email correspondence.


7. ASSOCIATE CONSERVATOR FOR PAPER AND PHOTOGRAPHS, University of Washington (Seattle, WA, USA)

  • Application deadline: April 2, 2017

The University of Washington Libraries and the Henry Art Gallery have an opening for an Associate Conservator for Paper and Photographs.

Reporting jointly to the Director of Preservation Services at UW Libraries and the Deputy Director of Exhibitions, Collections, and Programs at the Henry Art Gallery, the Associate Conservator will provide conservation treatment of photographic and paper-based materials following the AIC Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice.  In consultation with current staff, s/he will set priorities and coordinate workflows for conservation treatment.  The Associate Conservator will work on unique and diverse collections from both the UW Libraries and the Henry and provide professional advice and education to staff, interns, and other libraries and cultural heritage institutions in the region, as needed.

This position is currently funded for three years (September 1, 2017 through August 31, 2020) with the possibility of an earlier summer 2017 start date.

For additional information, or to apply, see: goo.gl/Fd5Mrd. Applications submitted by Sunday, April 2, 2017, will receive priority consideration. This position is supported through a generous grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.


8. TWO OBJECTS AND PAINTINGS CONSERVATION FELLOWSHIP, The Brooklyn Museum (New York, USA)

  • Application must be received by May 1, 2017

The Brooklyn Museum is offering two Andrew W. Mellon Postgraduate Fellowships, one in paintings and one in objects conservation. Each position will be two years with the option of a third, each commencing in September 2017. The Fellow will carry out examinations, research, and treatments, produce and maintain technical documentation, and participate in preservation activities within the Museum. The applicant should be a graduate of a recognized conservation training program.

Each Fellowship includes an annual stipend of $43,000.00, full benefits including health insurance, and $2,500.00 in travel funds. Applications should be sent electronically as pdf files containing: statement of interest, résumé, and three examination and treatment reports with photographic documentation.

These documents should be sent to Lisa Bruno at lisa.bruno@brooklynmuseum.org. Please include in subject line: “Andrew W. Mellon Fellowships Conservation.”

Confidential supporting letters from three conservation professionals familiar with the applicant’s work should be sent directly to: Lisa Bruno, Carol Lee Shen Chief Conservation, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11238, or at e-mail above.

All application materials must be received by May 1, 2017. Receipt of application will be confirmed by e-mail.

Brooklyn Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for positions are considered without regard to race, creed, color, country of origin, sex, age, citizenship, disability, or sexual orientation. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.


9. TWO CONSERVATOR POSITIONS FOR OBJECTS AND SCULPTURE, SF Art Conservation (San Francisco, CA, USA)

SF Art Conservation seeks to recruit two full time objects conservators, one at associate level and the second at assistant level, to join our growing company. The positions are full time, and come with health benefits and retirement packages.

The company is located in San Francisco and conserves a broad range of three-dimensional objects in the studio, outdoor sculpture and public art. Our clients include museums, City institutions and major private collections. Experience with inorganic materials and outdoor sculpture will be beneficial.

Responsibilities will include conservation assessment, treatment, and documentation of objects and sculpture, and occasional supervision of technicians and interns.

Master’s degree in Conservation and a minimum of three years of recent experience with objects is required.

Apply to:
Rowan Geiger,
Director of SF Art Conservation
1189 Tennessee Street
San Francisco CA 94107
rowan@sfartconservation.com
Tel: +1 (415) 407-0728

Please include a letter of intent, resume, and contact information for three professional references.


 10. TEXTILE CONSERVATOR, May Berkouwer Textile Conservation (Sudbury, Suffolk, UK)

  • short term contract

We are looking for a qualified textile conservator to temporarily assist us in our small, but busy, private Studio in Suffolk.  The Studio undertakes a diverse range of projects working for public and private clients, locally, regionally and nationally.  We treat a wide variety of textiles including furnishings, tapestries, embroideries, banners and rugs; more information may be found on our website www.mbtexcon.co.uk.  Sudbury holds a wealth of textile history and is served by a train line from London, Liverpool Street.

This is a 3-month post commencing mid-March 2017 (or soon after) until mid-June.  Terms and conditions of work are negotiable but we are open to part-time proposals.  Salary will depend upon experience and skills, bearing in mind the salary scales recommended by the Institute of Conservation.

Please send your CV and an introductory letter to info@mbtexcon.co.uk

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact: May Berkouwer, Principal Conservator, +44 1787 370840.


11. SENIOR LECTURER IN OBJECTS CONSERVATION, University of Gothenburg (Gothenburg, Sweden)

  •  Permanent post
  • Location: Department of Conservation, University of Gothenburg
  • First day of employment: October 16, 2017 or as agreed on
  • Reference number: PER 2016/632

The Department of Conservation offers professional degree programs and research on issues of cultural heritage, landscapes, cultural environments, buildings, gardens, cultural historical objects, and interiors. In Gothenburg, we offer degree programs for building preservationists, conservators, and leaders in the fields of sloyd and traditional handicrafts. In Mariestad we offer programs in building construction, garden, and landscaping crafts. For more information, see www.conservation.gu.se

Collaboration is an important component of what we do-collaboration among the different branches of the department, between degree programs and research, and with the surrounding society nationally and internationally. Conservation demands expertise in a broad range of knowledge that includes fields in the natural sciences, the humanities, and the social sciences.

Specific subject description
The conservation program is profession-linked and aims to provide both theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in preventive and interventive conservation methodology. In their first three years (BSc), students are provided with a general objects conservation training. In the final two years of their training (MA), students focus on one of the recognized materials-based conservation specializations. Structure and choice of courses aim to give students the necessary knowledge in science and cultural history so that they are provided with a thoroughly holistic basis with which to enter professional practice. Training is based on a multidisciplinary approach in which scientific and cultural disciplines are integrated.

Job assignments
The position includes planning, teaching, leading, and developing courses at both bachelor and master’s levels, as well as providing advice and supervision to students on research skills and thesis writing. Work with the doctoral program, teaching in other departmental programs, laboratory management, and other departmental responsibilities may be required. The holder of the position is also expected to develop within the students an understanding of the connection between practical conservation and the broader field of cultural historical practice. Research and development work in the field of objects conservation as well as collaborative activities with the practice on local, national and international levels, are obvious tasks. The position requires deep knowledge and long experience in the practice of conservation of objects with a broadly-based experience from cultural historical oriented practice, as well as advanced skill in planning and collaboration, social skills, flexibility, and creativity. Applicants are expected to be able to teach in Swedish within two years of accepting the position.

Eligibility
The qualifications for academic positions are given in Chapter 4, Section 3 – 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in University of Gothenburg’s Appointments Procedure for Teachers. Applicants must have a doctorate (PhD) degree in a subject related to conservation of objects. The ability to teach in Swedish or English is a requirement.

Assessment
In judging an applicant’s qualifications, teaching and professional expertise will be given equal weight and are the most important grounds for evaluating applicants. In evaluating teaching skill, the applicant must have documented experience in teaching theoretical and practical conservation at the university level and particular emphasis will be placed on experience with planning, organizing, and leading courses. In evaluating professional skill, particular emphasis will be placed on deep expertise and experience of practical conservation work in the field of conservation.

Additional information
Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step and raises many questions about what to expect. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your accompanying spouse/partner please visit www.science.gu.se/english/about/career. For more information about the Faculty of Science please visit www.science.gu.se/english/. Also, we can offer relocation services.


12. PROGRAM ASSOCIATE, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation (New York, NY, USA)

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation (“Foundation”) is a not-for-profit, grantmaking organization that seeks to strengthen, promote, and, where necessary, defend the contributions of the humanities and the arts to human flourishing and to the well-being of diverse and democratic societies. It makes grants in five core program areas (higher education and scholarship in the humanities; arts and cultural heritage; diversity; scholarly communications; and international higher education and strategic projects). The Foundation seeks a Program Associate in the Arts and Cultural Heritage Program (ACH) reporting to the program officer with responsibility for Art History, Conservation, and Museums. The position requires close collaboration with the senior program officer, program officers, ACH program staff, and other Foundation staff, particularly with grant management associates in the General Counsel’s office. The work is detail-oriented and requires accuracy, the ability to anticipate outcomes, multi-tasking, flexibility, efficiency, patience, and discretion.

POSITION DETAILS
Responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:

  • Actively participate in the formulation of new proposals for funding, including advising grantees in preparation of the narrative and financial components of proposals.
  • Monitor grantee performance, including careful review of all reports, financial information, and other communication with directors and primary investigators. Execute related follow up.
  • Work with program assistants on routine grant management, including modifications, extensions, payments, etc.
  • Assist with drafting of quarterly dockets of grant recommendations and special reports to the Trustees and senior staff.
  • Participate in meetings with current and potential grantees; take notes and maintain notes and files on grant and potential grant activities.
  • Represent the Foundation at public meetings and conferences as assigned.
  • Attend periodic program and administrative staff meetings.
  • Contribute to the maintenance of electronic and paper files pertaining to all program activity.
  • Undertake research in connection with current and new initiatives.
  • Conduct occasional site visits at grantee and non-grantee institutions, as directed by supervisors and as appropriate to the program’s mission and priorities.
  • Help plan and coordinate arrangements for on- and off-site meetings.
  • Assist Foundation staff with updating or drafting website copy.
  • Respond to general inquiries, requests for information, and unsolicited requests for funding.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Requires a Master’s degree in a humanities discipline, plus a minimum of two years of experience working in an academic humanities department or cultural institution. Preference will be given to candidates with an art history degree and/or museum, conservation, or cultural heritage data management experience. The position is not suitable for PhD’s.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of organizational practices and field-wide trends in arts and cultural heritage.
  • Strong experience in financial analysis and program administration. Facility with survey design and complex data analysis a plus.
  • Fluency with aspects of the ACH program’s strategic priorities beyond core area of expertise.
  • Superior communication skills including writing, editing, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent analytic, critical thinking, and organizational skills with a precise attention to detail.
  • Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a high-volume and fast-paced environment to complete assignments on regular deadlines.
  • Ability to anticipate and solve problems proactively.
  • Indefatigable work ethic with an adaptable temperament, curiosity, and a good sense of humor.
  • A high degree of competency in the MS Office suite, particularly Excel and Word. Experience with SharePoint or other asset management system preferred.
  • Commitment to promoting and maintaining a collegial, collaborative work environment.

Qualified candidates should carefully review the Mellon Foundation’s website and the Arts and Cultural Heritage program’s strategic priorities. Candidates should apply by submitting a thoughtful cover letter indicating their fit for the position, together with a resume at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=theandreww&jobId=44087&lang=en_US&source=CC3.

We will consider each response carefully, but contact only those individuals we feel are most qualified for the position. The position does not pay relocation. No emails or phone calls, please.

The Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and excellent working conditions.


 13. DIGITAL SCHOLARSHIP PROJECT MANAGER, Yale University Library (New Haven, CT, USA)

  • Requisition:  41927BR
  • Appointment Term: 12 month

Yale University seeks a Project Manager (PM) who will be responsible for coordination and completion of projects for Digital Scholarship Services (DSS) in the Yale University Library. This position will oversee all aspects of digital scholarship project management by setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress of projects. The PM will prepare reports for upper management regarding status of projects and be familiar with a variety of digital scholarship concepts, practices, and procedures. Relying on experience and judgment, the PM will plan and accomplish goals by performing a variety of tasks across a spectrum of technologies and digital services. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Reports to the Director of Digital Scholarship Services.

Essential duties:

  • Helps define, assess, execute and complete Digital Scholarship Services projects.
  • Serving as team lead, coordinates activities among team of librarians, data specialists, developers, and other experts.
  • Plans, tracks, and communicates resources, tasks, and processes for DSS.
  • Participates in development, maintenance, and day-to-day oversight of projects in support of digital scholarship services.
  • Collaborates with the Library IT and central ITS to ensure that appropriate hardware, software, and licensing support are available for DSS initiatives.
  • Works with Assessment Librarian and DSS staff to document and share project metrics and progress.
  • Keeps up to date on trends related to digital scholarship, research data, web publishing, educational technology, digital humanities, scholarly communication, digital collections, workflow design, open access policy, repositories and metadata, assessment and digital preservation.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Familiarity with a variety of digital scholarship concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Demonstrated project management expertise and familiarity with Project Management software.
  • Ability to operate within a complex work environment, working both independently and within a team setting.
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and mobilize a team around shared goals.

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science.

Salary and Benefits
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country’s great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.

How to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://bit.ly/2mgJgoG.

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.


14. COLLECTION CARE SPECIALIST, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, (Salt Lake City, UT, USA)

The Church History Department seeks a qualified full-time book and paper conservator to join their conservation team. Conservators act as advocates for the collection and serve Church leaders, staff, and patrons, ensuring that Church records are available for use now and in the future.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to performing risk and condition assessments, ethical conservation treatments, consultations, and global preservation efforts.

For more information regarding the responsibilities and qualifications of the position, visit: https://careers.lds.org/search/public/jobdetail.aspx?jobid=177351


15. DIGITAL SCHOLARSHIP PROJECT MANAGER, Yale University Library (New Haven, CT, USA)

  • Requisition:  41927BR
  • Appointment Term: 12 month

Yale University seeks a Project Manager (PM) who will be responsible for coordination and completion of projects for Digital Scholarship Services (DSS) in the Yale University Library. This position will oversee all aspects of digital scholarship project management by setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress of projects. The PM will prepare reports for upper management regarding status of projects and be familiar with a variety of digital scholarship concepts, practices, and procedures. Relying on experience and judgment, the PM will plan and accomplish goals by performing a variety of tasks across a spectrum of technologies and digital services. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Reports to the Director of Digital Scholarship Services.

Essential duties:

  • Helps define, assess, execute and complete Digital Scholarship Services projects.
  • Serving as team lead, coordinates activities among team of librarians, data specialists, developers, and other experts.
  • Plans, tracks, and communicates resources, tasks, and processes for DSS.
  • Participates in development, maintenance, and day-to-day oversight of projects in support of digital scholarship services.
  • Collaborates with the Library IT and central ITS to ensure that appropriate hardware, software, and licensing support are available for DSS initiatives.
  • Works with Assessment Librarian and DSS staff to document and share project metrics and progress.
  • Keeps up to date on trends related to digital scholarship, research data, web publishing, educational technology, digital humanities, scholarly communication, digital collections, workflow design, open access policy, repositories and metadata, assessment and digital preservation.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Familiarity with a variety of digital scholarship concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Demonstrated project management expertise and familiarity with Project Management software.
  • Ability to operate within a complex work environment, working both independently and within a team setting.
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and mobilize a team around shared goals.

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science.

Salary and Benefits:
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country’s great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.

How to Apply:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://bit.ly/2mgJgoG.

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.