At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the development of Renfrewshire’s archive service and engage with local heritage.
- Company: Exciting museum service undergoing transformation in Paisley.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, opportunities for personal growth, and community engagement.
- Other info: Open to all backgrounds, including those with disabilities and care experience.
- Why this job: Shape how people connect with history and make a real impact on local culture.
- Qualifications: Curiosity and research skills; passion for heritage and community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
We are looking for a skilled and curious Heritage Researcher to support the development of Renfrewshire’s archive service at an exciting moment of transformation. With the archive service preparing to relocate into the transformed Paisley Museum, this is a unique opportunity to help shape how people experience, explore and connect with Renfrewshire’s collections.
Working closely with the Archivist and colleagues across the museum service, you will play an important role in delivering a people-centred archive service that places access, participation and interpretation at its core. Through research, engagement and collections-based activity, you will help uncover and share stories that deepen understanding of Renfrewshire’s rich heritage and strengthen connections between collections and communities.
We ask all candidates to complete assessments and application materials independently, without the use of AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT or similar), unless otherwise stated. This ensures a fair and consistent assessment of individual skills, experience, and capabilities.
Closing date: 16 August 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 31 August 2026
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.
Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.
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Contact Details:
ASVA: Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions Recruitment Team
