ARCHIVAL ASSISTANT
Archival Assistant
Job Location
St. John's
Job Number
MED-15-23
Posted Date
2015-06-18
Posting End Date
2015-06-30
Wage / Salary
$42,585 - $59,717 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)
Number of Opportunities
1
Previous job experience is required
The job is full-time
35 hours per week
St. John's
Job Number
MED-15-23
Posted Date
2015-06-18
Posting End Date
2015-06-30
Wage / Salary
$42,585 - $59,717 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)
Number of Opportunities
1
Previous job experience is required
The job is full-time
35 hours per week
Job Description
The successful applicant will perform responsible professional and
technical work, under the direction of the Archivist, for the provision
of archival services for the Health Sciences Library’s Faculty of
Medicine Founders’ Archive. Duties include working with a preservation
management system for digital records; digitizing archival materials
into a document management system; arranging and describing archival
accessions; preparing finding aids; performing initial sorting and
arranging of archival collections; assisting with the security of the
archives collection; identification and data entry of basic metadata for
archival materials in various databases; assisting patrons in the use
of archival materials; and performing other related duties as required.
Experience (up to one year) in archival work; graduation with a university degree in history, or a related discipline; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Extensive experience and understanding of best practices in the digitization of archival materials, and knowledge of the concepts and techniques of accessioning, describing, and arranging archival materials using Rules for Archival Description (RAD) is required. Strong interpersonal communication skills, a commitment to client service, the ability to work independently, and knowledge of the history of the Faculty of Medicine are required. Experience in the use of a digital management preservation system would be an asset.
Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers
To apply for this position, please do not use the “Apply Online Now” button on this website. Visit us at www.mun.ca/careers and apply to our ad in External Opportunities. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm NST on the competition closing date. . For further information concerning the vacancy, contact the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John’s, Room M2M300A; email recruitment@med.mun.ca; or phone (709) 864-6357.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is strongly committed to employment equity and especially welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Experience (up to one year) in archival work; graduation with a university degree in history, or a related discipline; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Extensive experience and understanding of best practices in the digitization of archival materials, and knowledge of the concepts and techniques of accessioning, describing, and arranging archival materials using Rules for Archival Description (RAD) is required. Strong interpersonal communication skills, a commitment to client service, the ability to work independently, and knowledge of the history of the Faculty of Medicine are required. Experience in the use of a digital management preservation system would be an asset.
Please note that we will ONLY accept applications for this position through our website www.mun.ca/careers
To apply for this position, please do not use the “Apply Online Now” button on this website. Visit us at www.mun.ca/careers and apply to our ad in External Opportunities. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm NST on the competition closing date. . For further information concerning the vacancy, contact the Faculty of Medicine - Memorial University, Medical Education Centre, St. John’s, Room M2M300A; email recruitment@med.mun.ca; or phone (709) 864-6357.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is strongly committed to employment equity and especially welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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