Position at National Library of Scotland

Conservator, Bartholomew Archive Project
National Library of Scotland
UKP23,037 - UKP26,707pa.
Fixed term until 31 March 2012 with the possibility of an extension
National Library of Scotland
Edinburgh

The National Library of Scotland in Edinburgh is one of Europe's
leading research libraries and the largest library in Scotland, with
world class collections, services and expertise.  Within the
collections lies the Bartholomew Archive and applications are
invited for the position of Conservator to apply remedial treatments
and preventive measures to the archive.  The Bartholomew Archive is
the remarkable record of the Edinburgh-based firm of map engravers,
printers and publishers, John Bartholomew and Son Ltd and is one of
the most extensive cartographic archives available for research in a
public institution.

As a member of the Conservation Unit, you will be responsible for
the application of remedial treatment and protection measures to the
Bartholomew Archive.  You must be enthusiastic and have excellent
communication and problem solving skills.  You should be able to
adapt to different challenges and demonstrate a wide knowledge of
preservation issues. The ability to apply traditional and modern
conservation techniques is essential.  You will be able to work well
on your own and as part of a team.  A qualification/degree in book
or paper conservation and relevant practical experience is
essential.  Registration from the Society of Archivists and/or
Accredited status would be considered desirable.

For details of this vacancy and to apply please visit

    <URL:http://www.nls.uk/about-us/job-vacancies>

Closing date for applications is Friday 22 July, 2011

David Kerr
Conservation Manager
National Library of Scotland
+44 1316233859


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