At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and catalogue collections documenting the Polish School of Medicine's history.
- Company: Join the University of Edinburgh, a world-class institution in a vibrant city.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive staff benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse community committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on preserving cultural heritage while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Qualified archivist with Polish language skills and passion for heritage.
Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,822 per annum, pro rata if part-time
Library & University Collections
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 24 months
The Heritage Collections team is seeking a qualified archivist with Polish language skills for the role of Project Archivist (Polish School of Medicine). In this role, you will oversee the delivery of a project to catalogue, preserve and disseminate knowledge of the collections which document the history of the Polish School of Medicine (PSM) at the University of Edinburgh. You will develop relationships with academic and local communities, scoping out work required for further understanding these collections and laying foundations for future activity.
Main responsibilities include:
- Cataloguing and management of the identified collections in line with professional standards and local practice
- Development of specialist collections knowledge
- Liaising with and developing relationships with stakeholders
- Conducting collections-based or professional sector research
- Managing the project including its budget, procurement of materials and services and any use of interns and volunteers
- Representing and promoting the University through contributions to the heritage, cultural and engagement sector
A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:
- Working within one of the world’s leading universities
- Interesting work
- Excellent benefits and support
- Contributing to the work and purpose of the University.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion. The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, as we acknowledge they are currently underrepresented in our area.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages. On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
The closing date for applications is 8 September 2026. Unless stated otherwise, the closing time for applications is 11:59 pm (UK time).
Project Archivist (Polish School of Medicine) employer: University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises equality, diversity, and inclusion. With over 400 years of history, it provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive community of more than 17,000 staff and 50,000 students. As a leading research-intensive university, it empowers its employees to drive organisational transformation and innovate in a dynamic environment, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
