Overview
Archivist: Collections Research and Engagement – DAY & NIGHT DRIVERS LTD
The University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking a talented Archivist to map and develop the impact of its world-renowned archives, museum and special collections in the research environment, demonstrating their value to scholarly, community and global audiences. This role involves working across library services, archives & museum and research teams to review engagement with our diverse collections, support research and academic liaison, develop funding opportunities and measure the impact of collections-based activities. A central part of the work is uncovering and sharing hidden stories within the collections, bringing them to life for new audiences through advocacy and sector-wide knowledge sharing in publications, conferences and online platforms. You will strengthen UAL’s reputation as a leader in collections-based research and engagement by compiling evidence of successful engagement projects.
You will evidence the importance of archives in creative education and research within UAL and around the world.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate across professional groups and disciplines to map audience engagement in archives, GLAM sectors and related fields.
* Review engagement with diverse collections and support research and academic liaison.
* Develop funding opportunities and measure the impact of collections-based activities.
* Advocate for archives in creative education and research, sharing findings through publications, conferences and online platforms.
* Contribute to strengthening UAL’s reputation as a leader in collections-based research and engagement by compiling evidence of successful engagement projects.
Qualifications and skills
* Strong academic or professional background in archives, digital research or the wider GLAM sector (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums).
* Experience fostering and mapping audience engagement in archival contexts.
* Ability to lead and collaborate across professional groups and disciplines, bringing leadership and teamwork skills to shared projects.
* Solid understanding of digital developments in art and design, with insight into emerging approaches to learning, teaching and research, particularly in relation to e-learning and digital literacy.
Seniority and employment
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industries: Consumer Services
About the opportunity and process
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. You will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board, providing a supporting statement/answers to competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. The recruitment process includes: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.
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Additional information
Closing dates may change if we receive a high volume of applications; we will communicate changes with at least 24 hours notice. For questions or accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page. Candidates are advised to submit applications early.
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