Project Archivist at The University of Salford
Location: Salford, United Kingdom
Salary: £33,951 – £37,694 per annum (fixed term, 6 months). Full-time. Driving required: No. DBS required: No.
Opportunity Overview
The Library, Careers & Enterprise team is seeking a Project Archivist to catalogue the newly donated Professor Terry Eagleton Archive. This significant collection offers opportunities for teaching, learning, and research. We are looking for an archivist to catalogue the material, taking a pragmatic approach to project delivery. You’ll understand what makes items suitable for digitisation and appreciate its role in widening access and engagement. Proactive communication and relationship‑building skills are essential. Newly qualified candidates are warmly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
* Cataloguing and metadata: arrange and describe the collection using ISAD(G) standards, apply professional judgment for levels of description, and maintain accurate metadata in Epexio.
* Research and interpretation: conduct research into and around the collection to support accurate cataloguing and description.
* Preservation: repackage material using archive‑standard methods to ensure long‑term preservation and assess conservation needs.
* Access and Engagement: identify material for digitisation and explore opportunities to promote the collection to diverse audiences.
* Project Management: develop timelines and provide progress updates.
About the School or Department
The role is based in the Library, Careers & Enterprise – a collaborative hub for research and discovery. The team values innovation, openness, collaboration, and a people‑centred approach, working to help learners and researchers get the most from their Salford journey.
What’s in it for you?
* A sense of belonging in a diverse community.
* Access to the MySalford employee portal, benefits, discounts and perks.
* Live and work in Greater Manchester, with diverse living options.
* Campus: Peel Park with green spaces and transport links.
Job Description
Join us in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. We offer a flexible working arrangement, generous annual leave, continuous professional development and a strong focus on well‑being.
We value diversity and are committed to Net Zero by 2038, embedding sustainability in all aspects of university life.
Apply before 1 April 2026 11:55 PM (Posting date 17 December 2025 10:01 AM).
Additional Information
* Job ID: 521
* Posting Date: 12/17/2025
* Apply Before: 01/04/2026
* Contract: Fixed Term (6 months)
* Schedule: Full time
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