I would be grateful if you would bring details of this temporary (c 4 month) post to anyone you think might be interested.
This is a second post, additional to that advertised a week ago, this time based within the Archives Service itself.
For an informal chat about what's involved please contact Martin Vine, Archivist, on 01223 221531, or email: [log in to unmask]
This job will not be advertised in ARC Recruitment.
Thanks
Joanna Rae
Assistant Archivist
British Antarctic Survey
BRITISH ANTARCTIC SURVEY
Temporary Archives Assistant (ref no: CL 39/04)
Closing date for applications: 12 Nov 2004
Salary in range £16,650 - £19,520 pro rata.
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world-class programme of scientific research, while sustaining an active, leading role in Antarctic affairs for the UK.
The BAS Archives Service, which holds records reflecting all aspects of the Survey's activities since its origins in the 1940s, is currently seeking a temporary Archives Assistant. The post is for up to 4 months, finishing at the end of March 2005, and is based at our office on the outskirts of Cambridge
Working under the guidance and supervision of the Assistant Archivist, you will have the following duties:
1. Cataloguing scientific and other records into the Archives Service database.
2. Updating the database of holdings with references to scanned images.
3. Identifying and checking duplicate copies of internal reports.
4. Sundry clerical duties in support of the archivists.
You will need the following skills and experience:
· Good level of general education, including computer skills.
· Good command of spoken and written English.
· Background knowledge of scientific methods and concepts.
· Experience of word-processing and/or database entry.
This is a full time position, working 37 hours per week, and we will be looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Salary will be in the range of £16,650 - £19,520 pro rata. In addition to this, you will be entitled to paid leave at the rate of 25 days pro rata, and flexible working hours.
Further information about BAS is available from http://www.antarctica.ac.uk . For an informal discussion about the post, contact Martin Vine (tel. 01223 221531, email [log in to unmask]).
To apply, please send a curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees to Martin Vine, British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET.
Please quote reference CL 39/04. Closing date for receipt of applications is 12 November 2004. It is planned to hold interviews on 23 November 2004.
British Antarctic Survey is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
There is a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates with disabilities.
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