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The Medical Research Council currently has a vacancy for a Records and Archive Project Officer, based in Swindon, to assist the Digital Archivist and Records Manager. In addition to assisting with the management of records within the Council's electronic records management system, the post holder will help to manage accession of electronic records and research data from external systems, proactively manage records needing medium-long term preservation and assist with transfer of electronic records to the National Archives. Applicants should have previous experience in an information management related role (records, archive or library) as well as demonstrable experience using spreadsheets, databases and/or specialised software to manage records and collections. A solid understanding of information governance and records management best practice is desirable, as is a qualification in an information management related discipline, a high level of digital literacy and familiarity with technical standards relevant to records description and preservation (e.g., ISAD(G), Dublin Core, METS). Basic details are: Salary: £21951 Contract Type: Fixed Term (18 months) Hours: Full Time Closing Date: 22 November 2017 Reference: IRC243254 Further details and instructions on how to apply can be found at http://topcareer.jobs/Vacancy/irc243254_7664.aspx. *Apologies for cross-posting* Dorthea Sartain Digital Archivist Medical Research Council Contact the list owner for assistance at [log in to unmask] For information about joining, leaving and suspending mail (eg during a holiday) see the list website at https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/webadmin?A0=archives-nra