Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation

Job title:

Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation

Company

University of Glasgow

Job description

College of Arts & HumanitiesSchool of Culture & Creative ArtsLecturer in Book & Archival Materials ConservationVacancy Reference: 169371Salary: Grade 8, £49,559 – £57,422 per annumThe University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation within the School of Culture & Creative Arts.​Job PurposeLead and develop research-led practical and theoretical aspects of book and archival materials conservation on our new MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation. Working towards Programme Lead of the MPhil within three yearsContribute to an excellent student experience by delivering agreed teachings and supervision to enhance learning and teaching within the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research, History of Art Subject Area and across the School of Culture and Creative ArtsDevelop, lead and sustain research and scholarship of international standardMaintain strong working relationships within the professional field and scholarship of international standardNote: This role is available on either the Research & Teaching (R&T) or Learning, Teaching & Scholarship (LTS) Track. This is the R&T Track Job Description. Please note if you are intending to apply for the R&T or LTS Track in your application form. Please refer to the attached LTS Job Description .Main Duties and Responsibilities1. Lead and make a substantial contribution to teaching, supervision and assessment for both the theoretical and practical aspects of Book & Archival Materials Conservation2. Co-convene the MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation working toward Programme Lead within three years3. Pursue and deliver independent research proposals and/or collaborative research projects, project managing research activities, supervising, and taking responsibility for the research team. Securing external resources to support research individually and/or jointly, as appropriate to the subject area4. Develop an expert reputation in the field by effective dissemination and publishing of research findings in leading journals and conferences, and where appropriate undertaking knowledge exchange activities5. Make a substantial contribution to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School/College. Establishing and leading research collaborations with appropriate individuals and groups within the University, including multi-disciplinary links, and developing external research collaborations both nationally and internationally, to ensure that research activities are at the forefront of the field6. Actively contribute to the effective management and administration of the College/School, assuming responsibility for the management of allocated resources and contributing to the wider organisation of the subject area7. Carry out course administration within required timescales ensuring effective communication of information, in particular assessment requirements and criteria and timely and constructive feedback on assessment8. Develop effective approaches which enhance intellectual understanding and innovation in the field and support and enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment. This may involve blended and/or online provision9. Ensure an inclusive and evidence-based approach to facilitating learning in a range of face to face and potentially online delivery formats such as tutorials, lectures, problem-based learning, that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment10. Develop effective working relationships with students and early career staff in the subject specialism, providing specialist advice, support and academic leadership. Work in partnership with relevant student services teams, respond appropriately to the diverse range of learning approaches and learner needs11. To supervise project work at undergraduate and Masters levels and take forward the supervision and training of postgraduate research students12. Take on administrative or management roles within the subject/School as assigned by the Head of School13. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate14. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School15. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers TogetherKnowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge/ QualificationsEssentialA1. A recognised post-graduate qualification in a relevant conservation disciplineA2. Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent in a related discipline with a growing reputation for scholarship within the subject areaA3. Membership of relevant professional body, where appropriateA4. Extensive breadth and depth of knowledge in the specialist subject/discipline to develop research and teaching programmes/methodologies/learning supportDesirableB1. ICON accredited membership of The Institute of Conservation, or evidence of working towards accreditation by a recognised international organisationB2. Specialist in-depth knowledge and understanding of current practical book and archival materials conservation treatment approaches. Knowledge of early printed book and medieval manuscript codicology and structuresB3. Knowledge and understanding of current paper conservation treatment approachesB4. Knowledge of all Health and Safety requirements of a conservation studioSkillsEssentialC1. Established reputation in research and teaching, including an international research profile in the subject areaC2. Proven ability to design, review and enhance multiple learning, teaching and assessment programmesC3. Ability to communicate complex or conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding and developing early career academic colleaguesC4. Ability to contribute to broader leadership and management activities along with an awareness of current and future priorities of the University/College/School/ServiceDesirableD1. Demonstrable analytical skills, with the ability to analyse a range of rare book and manuscript materials and use critical thinking and initiative to reach appropriate conclusions relating to their treatmentD2. Specialist craft skills, a high degree of accuracy and proven manual dexterity in undertaking complex conservation benchworkD3. A high degree of motivation and the ability to work both alone and in and across multi-disciplinary teamsD4. Effective interpersonal skills with ability to build effective professional working relationshipsD5. Close attention to detail and accuracy of data recording and documentation of activitiesD6. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an ability to explain complex conservation approachesExperienceEssentialE1. Established track record of research outputs and of applying for, and securing, external research funding compatible with enhancing the School’s research profile in accordance with School objectivesE2. Experience and achievement in the relevant field reflected in an expanding personal academic portfolioE3. Experience of developing and demonstrating teaching and research methods and devising models, approaches, techniques, critiques and methodsE4. Track record of continuous engagement with current practice and developing knowledgeE5. Demonstrated commitment to open research, as appropriate to the discipline, through open data, open code, open educational resources and practices that support replicationE6. Proven commitment to supporting the career development of colleagues and to other forms of collegiality appropriate to the career stageDesirableF1. Significant practical experience post qualification in carrying out conservation printed books, manuscripts and archival materialsF2. Experience of managing and delivering projects successfully to agreed deadlinesF3. Demonstrable continuing engagement with development of current professional practiceF4. Supervisory experience of managing professional staff, students and visiting researchersF5. Experience of promoting conservation and preservation activities in creative and dynamic ways to a range of audiencesTerms and ConditionsSalary will be Grade 8, £49,559 – £57,422 per annumThis post is full time (35 hours per week) and open endedWe strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the organisation in promoting gender equity. Applications are therefore particularly welcome from women and other under-represented groups. In line with the commitments in the University of Glasgow’s Gaelic Language Plan, we also welcome and value skills in Gaelic language for anyone working within areas where key Gaelic services are delivered, in particular within the School of Humanities / Sgoil nan Daonnachdan and the College of ArtsInformal Enquiries to Professor Christina Young, Director of the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research – [email protected]​For further information on the College of Arts & Humanities, School of Culture & Creative Arts, please visitFor further information on the MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation, please visit​Closing Date: 9th April 2025 at 23:45

Expected salary

£49559 – 57422 per year

Location

Glasgow

Job date

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 02:25:12 GMT

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