Historical Collections Manager and Curator
University of Virginia Job Location: Virginia Apply By: Priority review begins December 2, 2022, but the position remains open until filled Date Created: 11-03-2022
Historical Collections Manager and Curator, Health Sciences Library
The Claude Moore Health Sciences Library seeks a Historical Collections Manager and Curator to lead its Historical Collections and Services Department. Reporting to the Director of the Health Sciences Library, this position will be responsible for stewarding the library’s special collections and supporting programs at the University of Virginia related to the history of the health sciences.
The Historical Collections Manager and Curator supervises a full-time professional archivist. They cultivate opportunities for new partnerships with stakeholders, collaborate with special collections colleagues across the University of Virginia, and develop relationships with donors. This position works with the Library Director and Finance Manager to manage the financial and tangible assets of the department and participates in the Health Sciences Library’s leadership council. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and collaboratively.
The Historical Collections and Services Department acquires, preserves, promotes, and makes accessible a collection of institutional archives, manuscripts, photographs, born-digital assets, and other rare and unique materials. The department seeks out opportunities to support education programs, readily making collections available to faculty for course instruction. Opportunities to develop exhibits and support research initiatives at the University, related to the history of the health sciences, are also explored. In recent years, the department has focused on collecting materials related to the 200-year history of UVA Health. Particular attention has been paid to resources that document traditionally underrepresented voices.
The Claude Moore Health Sciences Library has made a commitment to promote diversity and inclusivity among our collections and services. We are committed to creating a more just, inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment for our employees and those whom we serve. We seek candidates whose work and/or service demonstrates their proven commitment to these principles. Anticipated Hiring Range: $63,000–$73,000, commensurate with education and experience.
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Apply By: Priority review of applications will begin on 12/2/22, but this position will remain open until filled
