Role Overview
The herbarium collections comprise 1.1 million specimens of vascular plants, bryophytes, algae and fungi, an 8 000 photographic slide collection, and a 6 000+ book collection and archives (co‑managed by the University Library). The Collections Manager takes day‑to‑day responsibility for maintaining, organising and operating the University Herbarium, its collections and services.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the point of contact for all visitors to the Herbarium, including researchers and members of the public.
* Facilitate use of the collections for research, teaching and outreach purposes.
* Respond to and manage requests for loans and samples of Herbarium materials in a timely fashion.
* Support fundraising efforts and assist in writing grant applications to trusts and foundations.
* Develop relationships with potential donors in partnership with CUDAR and the Department of Plant Sciences.
* Line manage the Collections and Digitisation Assistant, any specialist staff on fixed‑term projects, and a team of regular volunteers.
* Report to the Academic Lead for the Herbarium.
* Operate under a fixed‑term contract for five years.
Remuneration
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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