Job Description

As an Archivist, you will play a pivotal role in managing, preserving, and providing access to historical records and cultural assets. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in archival practices to influence the organization and accessibility of collections across various cultural, academic, and institutional settings, while contributing to the development of advanced AI systems. Key Responsibilities:

• Organize, classify, and maintain both physical and digital archival collections in accordance with industry standards.
• Develop and implement preservation strategies to safeguard historical and contemporary records.
• Research the provenance and significance of documents, authenticating and describing materials for cataloging purposes.
• Prepare detailed document descriptions and metadata to enhance the discoverability of archival resources.
• Establish and uphold policies for public access, ensuring user needs and confidentiality considerations are balanced.
• Provide expert reference support to researchers, staff, and the public, facilitating effective material retrieval.
• Contribute to the training of AI systems by simulating archival management scenarios and sharing domain expertise.

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in archival management, records classification, or a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both physical and digital archiving practices.
• Advanced knowledge of historical research, document authentication, and provenance studies.
• In-depth understanding of preservation methodologies for various media formats.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with a focus on clarity and detail.
• Experience preparing and managing descriptive records, catalogs, and metadata for archival materials.
• Ability to establish and interpret access policies while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

• Experience supporting outreach, acquisitions, or educational initiatives related to archival collections.
• Familiarity with AI or technology-driven projects in the archival or library science sector.
• Advanced degree in Archival Science, Library Science, History, or a related discipline.

Contract position available on a full-time or part-time basis, with remote work flexibility.

Hourly pay ranges from $49 to $98.

This role is open to candidates with the required qualifications and experience, with no specific visa restrictions mentioned.

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