Library and evidence support archives specialist
Job Overview
We are looking for a dynamic Archives specialist to implement the collections development policy that supports the archive’s development strategy; ensuring that the collection is catalogued and cared for to a high standard and that BMA members, staff and researchers can access material in a variety of formats. The role will have oversight of both electronic and print collections and physical objects and is a part of the BMA’s library and evidence support team. The Archives specialist will ensure the effective delivery and implementation of user-focused, high quality archives services to support the needs of the BMA and its members.
To succeed in this role you will need:
- Experience of managing archive collections, ideally in a health or academic environment.
- Experience of cataloguing material in a variety of formats.
- Experience of collections care and conservation.
- Commitment to ensuring access for all of the BMA’s members, staff and researchers and the ability to build strong professional relationships, networks and to promote collections and services innovatively.
- Excellent communication skills and outstanding interpersonal skills.
If you would like to help the BMA in its association wide activities focusing on ensuring that all of the BMA`s members are able to access excellent information services when they need them - this role is for you.
Interviews will be held on: 8 and 9 March 2022.
Why work for us?
As a BMA employee, you`ll receive:
- Generous annual leave provision, plus 1 company day and public holidays
- Double matching pension contributions up to 12% of salary
- Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) after completion of probationary period
- Additional flexible benefits.
You may be working remotely initially, but we`ll provide all the support you need. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply through our website. For any queries please email recruitment@bma.org.uk
Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring:
We need your support to make sure our staff come from a variety of backgrounds so we especially welcome applications from disadvantaged communities. Even if you`re not selected, it would be really helpful if you could complete the diversity & inclusion data when you apply for this role, because we can make sure we are encouraging a diverse mixture of candidates to apply. Thank you very much.
