At a Glance
- Tasks: Help make the Professor Sir Peter Hall Papers accessible by cataloguing and arranging archive material.
- Company: Join a vibrant university with a focus on community and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25+ days holiday, a competitive pension, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting project that preserves important cultural history.
- Qualifications: Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in archives and records management.
The predicted salary is between 24215 - 26093 £ per year.
Salary: £32,080 rising annually to £34,610 (pro rata for 0.8 FTE)
Position: Full‑time, Fixed term – Professional Service
Fixed‑term post available from September 2026 for 8 months full‑time or 10 months on a 0.8 FTE basis.
The role is based at the Headington campus and reports to the Archivist and Special Collections Manager. The Archive Project Cataloguer will work as part of the Special Collections team to make the Professor Sir Peter Hall Papers accessible and discoverable.
Responsibilities include:
- Appraising, sorting and arranging the archive material that forms the Professor Sir Peter Hall Papers.
- Cataloguing material to ISAD(G) standard and in‑house cataloguing guidelines.
- Utilising the AI tool developed for the collection to aid with description and discovery.
- Managing and prioritising tasks to ensure the project is completed on time.
- Assessing the archive for third‑party confidential data, identifying relevant risks, and making recommendations for access.
- Responding to enquiries relating to the collection’s content and access.
Qualifications:
- Postgraduate qualification recognised by the Archives and Records Association or equivalent experience.
- Experience of using collections management systems.
- Experience of cataloguing to archival standards e.g. ISAD(G).
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy.
- Demonstrated understanding of AI tools in the context of cataloguing and/or content discovery.
- Ability to set own goals, prioritise tasks, secure resources and involve others effectively.
Location:
Based at the Headington campus, you’ll experience the vibrant campus atmosphere and a purpose‑built Special Collections reading room and store in the basement of the John Henry Brookes Building. The role is focused on a physical archive collection and is considered on‑campus with occasional remote working as agreed with the line manager.
Benefits:
- Minimum 25 days holiday (pro rata per annum), rising with service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and approximately 5 University concessionary days.
- Competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% employer contribution.
- Financial education and comprehensive employee assistance helpline.
- Discounted rates for university sports and gym facilities.
- On‑site nursery.
- Discounted travel options.
- Relocation scheme for moves over 30 miles.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Broad staff networks fostering community and inclusion.
Equality, diversity and inclusion:
As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria. Oxford Brookes invites applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.
Archive Project Cataloguer (Professor Sir Peter Hall Papers) in Oxford employer: Corehr
Oxford Brookes University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant campus atmosphere and a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a competitive benefits package including generous holiday allowances, a strong pension scheme, and access to training opportunities, the Archive Project Cataloguer role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the preservation of significant archival materials while enjoying a balanced work-life environment.
