Library Services are seeking to appoint a proactive Special Collections and Archives Librarian to join our research and content teams.
This is a newly created post will support the establishment of an University archive service. You will lead the development of the University archive and our existing special collections, including the National Basketball Heritage Collection (NBHC). Managing stakeholder relationships and promoting the innovative use of the collections and university archives to support library services strategic objectives in relation to learning and teaching, research and community engagement will be key aspects of the role.
The University of Worcester Library Services is an innovative and high-quality service achieving student satisfaction scores of above 90%. Library Services operates out of The Hive, a ground-breaking, fully integrated academic and public library, run in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, which provides services to all members of the University and community.
What's in it for you?
- Annual incremental increase up to £37,174, with the opportunity to progress to £40,497 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
- Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years’ continuous service
- Attractive Company Pension Scheme
- Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
- Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- In-house training and development support
- A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment
For any informal queries about this opportunity please contact Sharon Stevens, Head of Open Scholarship and Content Management, via email - s.stevens@worc.ac.uk
Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa