Senior Digitiser, Natural Sciences Collections Lead

Senior Digitiser, Natural Sciences Collections Lead

Full-Time 34368 - 37189 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team to digitise natural science collections and ensure data quality.
  • Company: Join National Museums Scotland, a hub of culture and innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a chance to work with unique specimens.
  • Other info: Fixed-term contract until March 2028 with opportunities for growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by preserving and sharing natural history for future generations.
  • Qualifications: Experience in digitisation and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 34368 - 37189 £ per year.

National Museums Scotland is seeking a careful, motivated and collaborative individual to join our Natural Sciences team. The Natural Sciences Collections Senior Digitiser role is full-time (35 hours per week) on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2028, with a salary of £34,368 to £37,189 per annum and on-site work across Granton and Chambers Street.

You will lead a small team of digitisers, oversee end-to-end digitisation workflows, maintain data and image quality, and safeguard specimens.

Senior Digitiser, Natural Sciences Collections Lead employer: National Museums Scotland

National Museums Scotland is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values creativity, inclusivity, and collaboration. As an ICT Technician, you will benefit from generous annual leave, a substantial pension contribution, and a supportive environment focused on employee wellbeing and professional growth. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to maintaining high-quality technology services for one of Europe's leading museum groups.

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National Museums Scotland Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Digitiser, Natural Sciences Collections Lead

Team Leadership
Digitisation Workflows
Data Management
Image Quality Maintenance
Specimen Safeguarding
Collaboration Skills
Attention to Detail