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Post ID: 038474
Post Summary:-
Applications are invited for a specific purpose post of Project Conservator – Paper and Books (Arab and Islamic Manuscripts) in the Preservation & Conservation Department at Trinity College Library.
The successful candidate will be based in the Library's Preservation and Conservation Team specifically working on a selection of the 80 plus manuscripts in paper, book and scroll format that make up the Library's Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Collection. They will be responsible for carrying out and documenting conservation treatment, developing and prioritising the conservation workflow of the project in collaboration with the Chief Conservator and Conservation Project Manager and the rest of the Arab and Islamic Manuscripts project team. The successful candidate will be encouraged to develop her/his professional career through research and publication. They will be expected to work both independently and within a team, and to effectively manage their workflow. The post-holder will be responsible for reporting on project milestones and will work closely with the associated subject specialist and photographer.
Post status: Specific Purpose Contract
The Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Project is a specific project to digitize Library collection material and make it available. The post is to carry out the specialist conservation of agreed material to enable digitisation and general support of the project.
This appointment is for the specific purpose of carrying out the specialist conservation of agreed material to enable digitisation and general support of 'The Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Project'. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis, as your role is tied to these specific activities which are expected to be completed within a defined period. The activities for your role are funded by an Anonymous donor and are not part of the core university funding. Therefore, termination of this contract will occur upon completion of the work in which you are engaged, or if the funding stream is terminated or withdrawn by the funding agency.
Hours of Post: 35 hours per week
Salary: his appointment will be made on the Senior Technical Officer Salary Scale ( €60,520 - €72,709 per annum). at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. )
How to apply:
To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points:
Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge.
Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems.
Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
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Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Sarah VanSnick, Head of Preservation and Conservation, E:
Application queries about this post, please email the Andrea Free at E: and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.
Seniority level- Seniority levelAssociate
- Employment typeContract
- Job functionAdministrative
- IndustriesHigher Education
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