Archivist
Australian National University
Classification: ANU Officer Level 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $100,847-$116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-Time, Fixed-Term, up until April 2028
- The Archivist will appraise, accession, arrange, describe, and process records in all formats to established local and international standards for archival management and in accordance with collecting policies, and undertake related professional tasks including research and public programs.
- Deliver reference services and be a point of contact for University staff and students and members of the public seeking access to records or to transfer records.
- Be part of a small team focussing on preservation and access to digital archives held by ANU Archives.
Position overview
The Archivist is responsible for the accessioning, appraisal, arrangement and description, preservation and promotion of archival records held by the University Archives, the Noel Butlin Archives Centre, the National AIDS Archive, and the Pacific Research Archives, and for providing a reference service for the University community and the public. The Archivist will have the opportunity to contribute to student learning within the College of Asia and the Pacific and the College of Arts and Social Sciences.
The position reports to the Senior Archivist under the broad direction of the University Archivist and works closely with all members of the ANU Archives and other University staff. This position will appraise and process archival records and, through the reference service, is a point of contact for University staff and students and members of the public seeking access to records or to transfer records.
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on ***email_hidden***
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion
For more information, please contact Kylie Moloney, Associate Director Archives and Collections, E [email protected]
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
- Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.