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Vacancy for Preservation Assistant at National Library of Scotland

Digital Preservation Coalition

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

30+ days ago

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An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading organization focused on preserving valuable collections. As a Preservation Services Assistant, you will play a crucial role in protecting Library materials through the design and creation of specialized storage solutions. This hands-on position not only allows you to showcase your craftsmanship but also provides the chance to collaborate with a dedicated team committed to the care of historical and cultural artifacts. If you have a passion for preservation and enjoy working with your hands, this part-time role could be the perfect fit for you.

Experience in practical tasks involving handcrafting.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Design and create boxes and folders for Library collections.
Assist in the preservation of materials during storage and transit.

Handcraft skills

Attention to detail

Vacancy for Preservation Assistant at National Library of Scotland

22 November 2024

Sighthill, Scotland

Part-Time

We are currently recruiting for a Preservation Services Assistant to join our Collections Care team. The purpose of this role is to work as part of the Preservation Services Team to make and design boxes and folders to help protect Library collections during storage, transit, and use.

This is a practical job based at our box-making unit in Sighthill in the west of Edinburgh, although there will also be opportunities to work at other Library sites across the city.

Applications are encouraged from people who are good at working with their hands.

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