Project Archivist
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Job Summary
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University Library and Archives seeks a Project Archivist to establish baseline administrative physical and intellectual control over existing acquisitions as part of a retrospective accessioning project. This includes inventorying recently acquired archival materials and collections in the institutional backlog as well as creating accession records following industry-standard accessioning guidelines. This position is limited to 19 hours per week and is non-benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
- Conducts collection surveys for existing acquisitions.
- Creates accession and resource records within the institutions collections management system.
- Performs basic preservation activities including rehousing and minimal physical processing as needed.
- Makes appraisal recommendations and identifies records series for possible deaccessioning.
- Contributes to the development of institutional accessioning strategies and procedures.
- Accessions new acquisitions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Masters Degree with coursework in Archival Theory and Methodology orthe equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
- At least one year of previous hands-on experience working with archival collections (including part-time positions internships etc.) such as:
- Familiarity with archival standards and best practices for appraisal accessioning and minimal processing.
- Experience with archival collections management systems such as ArchivesSpace.
- Knowledge of archival descriptive standards such as DACS MARC EAD and use of thesauri and controlled vocabularies.
- Knowledge of basic preservation standards for archival collections.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to read cursive handwriting.
- Knowledge of American natural history and/or the history of science.
- Strong organizational skills project management skills and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to sit stoop and stand for periods of time and lift and move up to 40lbs frequently.
Physical Demands
- Typically sitting at a desk/table
- Typically standing walking
- Typically bending crouching stooping
- Lifting demands 25lbs
Location
- Center City - Philadelphia PA
Additional Information
This is a Part-Time casual position classified as offered pay is based on the successful candidates qualifications and experience departmentbudget and an internal equity review.
For information about benefits please review Drexels Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Employment Type
Part-Time
