The role
Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued.
Department: Library
Vacancy ID: 040583
Closing Date: 29-Mar-2026
We are seeking a committed and proactive individual to support the work of the Library in the critical area of archival collections. This role offers an opportunity for an experienced archivist to work with a recent archival donation of significant Irish research interest. The primary purpose of the post is to appraise, arrange and catalogue this archival collection in accordance with recognised international archival standards and professional best practice.
Based in Special Collections and Archives and reporting to the Special Collections Manager, the archivist will be responsible for the processing of the collection to facilitate its long‑term preservation and access for research. The post holder will be expected to work with a high degree of independence and will have the professional skills and knowledge required to plan, manage and document their work to ensure project deadlines are met.
The role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and to maintain clear, consistent and accurate records of all archival processing and related activities.
Responsibilities
Appraise, arrange and catalogue the archival collection in accordance with recognised international archival standards.
Process the collection to facilitate its long‑term preservation and access for research.
Plan, manage and document work to meet project deadlines independently.
Liaise effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
Maintain clear, consistent and accurate records of all archival processing and related activities.
Salary
Assistant Librarian Grade II (2026): €46,292 – €64,945 p.a. (9 points). Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions.
Closing Date
23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 29th of March 2026.
Please note all applications must be made via our Online Recruitment Portal at the following link: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/human-resources/vacancies. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted.
Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer.
The position is subject to the Statutes of the University.
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