College of Arts & Humanities

School of Culture & Creative Arts

Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation

Vacancy Reference: 169371

Salary: Grade 8, £49,559 - £57,422 per annum

The University of Glasgow is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Book & Archival Materials Conservation within the School of Culture & Creative Arts.

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Job Purpose

Lead and develop research-led practical and theoretical aspects of book and archival materials conservation on our new MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation. Working towards Programme Lead of the MPhil within three years

Contribute to an excellent student experience by delivering agreed teachings and supervision to enhance learning and teaching within the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research, History of Art Subject Area and across the School of Culture and Creative Arts

Develop, lead and sustain research and scholarship of international standard

Maintain strong working relationships within the professional field and scholarship of international standard

Note: This role is available on either the Research & Teaching (R&T) or Learning, Teaching & Scholarship (LTS) Track. This is the R&T Track Job Description. Please note if you are intending to apply for the R&T or LTS Track in your application form.  Please refer to the attached LTS Job Description here.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead and make a substantial contribution to teaching, supervision and assessment for both the theoretical and practical aspects of Book & Archival Materials Conservation

2. Co-convene the MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation working toward Programme Lead within three years

3. Pursue and deliver independent research proposals and/or collaborative research projects, project managing research activities, supervising, and taking responsibility for the research team. Securing external resources to support research individually and/or jointly, as appropriate to the subject area

4. Develop an expert reputation in the field by effective dissemination and publishing of research findings in leading journals and conferences, and where appropriate undertaking knowledge exchange activities

5. Make a substantial contribution to developing and enhancing the research profile of the School/College. Establishing and leading research collaborations with appropriate individuals and groups within the University, including multi-disciplinary links, and developing external research collaborations both nationally and internationally, to ensure that research activities are at the forefront of the field

6. Actively contribute to the effective management and administration of the College/School, assuming responsibility for the management of allocated resources and contributing to the wider organisation of the subject area

7. Carry out course administration within required timescales ensuring effective communication of information, in particular assessment requirements and criteria and timely and constructive feedback on assessment

8. Develop effective approaches which enhance intellectual understanding and innovation in the field and support and enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment. This may involve blended and/or online provision

9. Ensure an inclusive and evidence-based approach to facilitating learning in a range of face to face and potentially online delivery formats such as tutorials, lectures, problem-based learning, that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment

10. Develop effective working relationships with students and early career staff in the subject specialism, providing specialist advice, support and academic leadership. Work in partnership with relevant student services teams, respond appropriately to the diverse range of learning approaches and learner needs

11. To supervise project work at undergraduate and Masters levels and take forward the supervision and training of postgraduate research students

12. Take on administrative or management roles within the subject/School as assigned by the Head of School

13. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate

14. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School

15. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers Together

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/ Qualifications

Essential

A1. A recognised post-graduate qualification in a relevant conservation discipline

A2. Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or equivalent in a related discipline with a growing reputation for scholarship within the subject area

A3. Membership of relevant professional body, where appropriate

A4. Extensive breadth and depth of knowledge in the specialist subject/discipline to develop research and teaching programmes/methodologies/learning support

Desirable

B1. ICON accredited membership of The Institute of Conservation, or evidence of working towards accreditation by a recognised international organisation

B2. Specialist in-depth knowledge and understanding of current practical book and archival materials conservation treatment approaches.  Knowledge of early printed book and medieval manuscript codicology and structures

B3. Knowledge and understanding of current paper conservation treatment approaches

B4. Knowledge of all Health and Safety requirements of a conservation studio

Skills

Essential

C1. Established reputation in research and teaching, including an international research profile in the subject area

C2. Proven ability to design, review and enhance multiple learning, teaching and assessment  programmes

C3. Ability to communicate complex or conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding and developing early career academic colleagues

C4. Ability to contribute to broader leadership and management activities along with an awareness of current and future priorities of the University/College/School/Service

Desirable

D1. Demonstrable analytical skills, with the ability to analyse a range of rare book and manuscript materials and use critical thinking and initiative to reach appropriate conclusions relating to their treatment

D2. Specialist craft skills, a high degree of accuracy and proven manual dexterity in undertaking complex conservation benchwork

D3. A high degree of motivation and the ability to work both alone and in and across multi-disciplinary teams

D4. Effective interpersonal skills with ability to build effective professional working relationships

D5. Close attention to detail and accuracy of data recording and documentation of activities

D6. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an ability to explain complex conservation approaches

Experience

Essential

E1. Established track record of research outputs and of applying for, and securing, external research funding compatible with enhancing the School’s research profile in accordance with School objectives

E2. Experience and achievement in the relevant field reflected in an expanding personal academic  portfolio

E3. Experience of developing and demonstrating teaching and research methods and devising models, approaches, techniques, critiques and methods

E4. Track record of continuous engagement with current practice and developing knowledge

E5. Demonstrated commitment to open research, as appropriate to the discipline, through open data, open code, open educational resources and practices that support replication

E6. Proven commitment to supporting the career development of colleagues and to other forms of collegiality appropriate to the career stage

Desirable

F1. Significant practical experience post qualification in carrying out conservation printed books, manuscripts and archival materials

F2. Experience of managing and delivering projects successfully to agreed deadlines

F3. Demonstrable continuing engagement with development of current professional practice

F4. Supervisory experience of managing professional staff, students and visiting researchers

F5. Experience of promoting conservation and preservation activities in creative and dynamic ways to a range of audiences

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 8, £49,559 - £57,422 per annum

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended

We strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the organisation in promoting gender equity. Applications are therefore particularly welcome from women and other under-represented groups.  In line with the commitments in the University of Glasgow’s Gaelic Language Plan, we also welcome and value skills in Gaelic language for anyone working within areas where key Gaelic services are delivered, in particular within the School of Humanities / Sgoil nan Daonnachdan and the College of Arts

Informal Enquiries to Professor Christina Young, Director of the Kelvin Centre for Conservation and Cultural Heritage Research – christina.young@glasgow.ac.uk

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For further information on the College of Arts & Humanities, School of Culture & Creative Arts, please visit https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/cca/

For further information on the MPhil in Book & Archival Materials Conservation and Paper Conservation, please visit https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/book-paper-conservation/

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Closing Date: 9th April 2025 at 23:45